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I've gone from minimum wage to making "100k in six months
3+ hour, 53+ min ago (1058+ words) A fashion enthusiast who has gone from working in pubs on minimum wage to re-selling pre-loved clothing on e Bay has turned over "100, 000 in six months this year. Emily Benton, 34, is passionate about fashion, PA Real Life reports. She loves…...
Millions urged to check one pension detail after watchdog issues stark warning
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (417+ words) Millions of people with older pension plans are being urged to check whether they're getting value for money after the UK's financial watchdog warned some savers could be paying higher charges for poorer products than newer customers. The Financial Conduct…...
Little-known Birmingham Airport trick to get hot meal, drink and snack for "5. 80
2+ week, 16+ hour ago (321+ words) Booking a holiday is an active pastime for most, with the promise of sunny beaches and new cultures to explore. But forking out for flights and accommodation can leave your bank balance feeling rather empty. And that's before you've stepped…...
Barclays launches "600 bank switch bonus with hotel stays and fine dining
2+ week, 1+ day ago (357+ words) Barclays has launched a new current account switching offer with rewards worth up to "600. The promotion replaces traditional cash incentives with "luxury experiences" and is available exclusively to new customers opening a Barclays Premier Current Account through a full account…...
New Subscription Models at ING! End of Free Accounts?
2+ week, 3+ day ago (572+ words) TECHBOOK and Yahoo will earn commission from purchases made via links in this article. Pricing and availability are subject to change. ING is preparing a major change for its retail banking business. In the future, four different account models will…...
M&S giving away free "8. 50 chocolate bars this week
2+ week, 4+ day ago (253+ words) This week M&S is giving customers one if its popular chocolate bars for free instead of paying the usual "8. 50. The chocolate bar is the viral Pistachio Big Daddy Bar as people across the UK celebrate Father's Day on Sunday,…...
Energy bill warning as one in three now fear falling behind ahead of price hike
2+ week, 4+ day ago (703+ words) Millions of households are worried about paying their energy bills as prices are set to rise again, with new research revealing many are already cutting back on essentials, skipping meals and turning to food banks to cope. A survey commissioned…...
Look inside unassuming Birmingham garden shed that could be the best in Britain
2+ week, 6+ day ago (414+ words) A Birmingham man's shed that became a 'lifeline' during his cancer treatment is in the running to be named best in Britain. Robert Sharpe, 67, transformed his shed during his recovery from maxillofacial cancer, creating a tiny little makeshift Second World…...
UK households with pension savings face "268, 275 rule
3+ week, 1+ day ago (686+ words) UK households risk pension mistakes over a "268, 275 tax-free windfall. According to wealth management firm Evelyn Partners, there are common myths surrounding pension tax-free cash that every saver should understand before accessing their pension for the first time. Andrew King, pensions…...
Millions of Nationwide customers receive "100 windfall today - when to expect yours
3+ week, 3+ day ago (424+ words) Nationwide says it has already made payments to more than four million eligible members on the first day of the scheme, with a total of around "440 million being distributed. The "100 payments started today, June 10, and Nationwide says it has until…...