Homeowners looking to introduce energy efficiency measures into their homes will soon be able to take advantage of new green finance products. The Government has launched a fund to boost the choice of affordable products for homeowners to help them reduce energy consumption. Ministers are…
Month: October 2022
Do not forget top-up childcare payments
As families struggle to manage household finances with the cost-of-living crisis, parents are being reminded that there is cash available to help towards childcare costs. Up to £2,000 a year is available to help pay for half-term holiday clubs and wraparound care during school terms.…
Teenagers sitting on unclaimed nest eggs
Tens of thousands of pounds is sitting in bank accounts unclaimed by teenagers who may not even know it exists. The cash is from matured Child Trust Funds savings, a scheme set up for every child born between 1 September 2002 and 2 January 2011.…
Self-Assessment customers at risk of HMRC scams
Beware of fraudsters if you are starting to think about completing your annual tax returns. Self-Assessment customers have become a target for unscrupulous criminals, with some threatening arrest and others promising a sizeable rebate. In the 12 months to August 2022, HM Revenue and Customs…