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Got a side hustle trading goods, creating online content or providing a service such as dog walking or delivery driving? New plans from the Government mean you will – in future – be able to earn up to £3,000 without having to submit a self-assessment tax return. But the change may not come in until 2029, and it DOESN'T mean you'll pay less tax. Here's what we know so far.
17 March 2025

If you bank with Nationwide, you could get a free £50 paid into your account next month as a one-off 'thank you' payment following the building society's takeover of Virgin Money. The bonus will be paid to over 12 million of Nationwide's 'members' with a current account, savings or mortgage product and is separate to the £100 'Fairer Share' scheme payment that could still come later this year.
11 March 2025

Payouts for mis-sold car finance are one step closer as the financial regulator has announced plans to consult on an industry-wide redress scheme. However, any redress is still dependent on an upcoming Supreme Court case. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis explains what this latest update means for claims.
11 March 2025

If you've booked a holiday and haven't sorted your travel insurance yet, do it NOW. Many leave it until the last minute, but if something happens that stops you going, you won't be able to get your money back, as MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis warns in the latest episode of ITV's The Martin Lewis Money Show Live.
11 March 2025

Chase is making a major change to its popular debit card from Monday 7 April, which will see it restrict the purchases you can earn 1% cashback on – including axing the perk on overseas spending. MoneySavingExpert.com (MSE) founder Martin Lewis has branded the move "bad news" for customers.
5 March 2025
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