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New Retirement claims the 20 best part-time jobs for retirees are: 1. Doing what you’ve always done, just less of it 2. Turning a hobby into a teaching opportunity 3. Becoming a tutor 4. Hitting the golf range and speak to contacts 5. Focusing on passive income 6. Offer consulting or freelance work 7. Gardening

Scammers often pose as legitimate organisations such as Government departments to make people panic into contacting them and handing over personal information. A victim’s data can be used by criminals to steal their money or to commit identity fraud such as taking out a loan in their name. This fraud appears to be rife as

Minister for Energy and Climate, Graham Stuart, said: “Our main energy bill support schemes have seen millions of homes and businesses across the country get much-needed help to cover costs, with figures today showing nearly £3billion in government support has been paid out to businesses to date. “Now we’re getting support to those remaining few

The retirement expert discussed the importance of people getting financial advice when it comes to looking to avoid paying extra. Mr Greer added: “This shows that if your fund value was £840,802 today, you’d hit the lifetime allowance in five years and would start to suffer tax charges. “It is always worth seeking financial advice

Anyone who participates in the National Grid Flexibility Service could get up to £20 off their energy bills. Since October 2022, households with typical energy usage have had to deal with an unprecedented 27 percent increase to their gas and electricity costs. What is the scheme? Households who qualify to take part are encouraged to

Atec Engineering Solutions a defence manufacturer Ambitious engineering solutions specialist Atec is gaining ground in the UK defence market with Challenger tank projects and now a multi-million-pound order for work on development of a new infantry vehicle. Related articles The contract over eight years is one of the biggest for the firm, based in Worsley,

Those on means-tested benefits, such as Universal Credit, will be able to claim a £900 sum in 2023 to help with rising bills. However, experts are wondering “will this be enough” to help people most in need during the ongoing economic turmoil. Households are having to contend with a skyrocketing inflation rate and an unprecedented

These concessions for benefit claimants are more commonly known as social tariffs, which are deals provided by broadband providers. The discounts are reserved for people who are either on low income or who get means-tested DWP benefits. In recent months, the Government has made a conscious effort to promote the benefits of social tariffs to

Santander has announced it will be increasing rates across its range of savings products for new and existing customers. These changes will be implemented in the coming weeks in what will be a boon for savers amid the UK’s cost of living woes. The interest rate hikes have been announced shortly after the Bank of

The Treasury raked in £5.3billion in inheritance tax (IHT) receipts in the months from April to December 2022. This is £700million more than in the same period a year earlier, continuing the upward trend, new figures from HMRC show. With more and more families falling foul of the disliked tax, Dawn Mealing at Fidelity International spoke

Liz told Express.co.uk: “It supplements my pension and I run my Clean Living Int business part-time, which means I still have the flexibility and free time available to spend with my two daughters, 30 and 32, and their husbands, which is incredibly important to me and is something that a full-time job would not allow. “My

A recent report found that shopping prices jumped by a record 16.7 percent compared to the year before. This represents the largest hike in grocery costs since 2008 during the last recession, according to Kantar. Food prices have already risen by 2.3 percentage points in just four weeks with inflation continuing to increase costs to

The benchmark FTSE 100 index of top British companies beat almost every other stock market in the world last year, and is still roaring away in 2023. While riskier stock markets like the New York’s Nasdaq index of technology stocks fell by a third last year, the FTSE 100 actually climbed as investors sought a

Danni Hewson, AJ Bell financial analyst, broke down what those with savings accounts can expect in the near future. The financial expert explained: “Savers are expected to get another boost from today’s rate rise. “But only if they seek out the best rates instead of leaving their cash languishing in their current account or in

Many people will want to continue to work for as long as possible, gaining a sense of satisfaction from their job. However, for some, this has been hampered by reported age discrimination in the workplace. Research from Canada Life shared with Express.co.uk has shown nearly a fifth of those aged 55 and over feel discriminated

Recently, the Chancellor announced a raft of tax allowances would be frozen for another two years – up until 2028. This includes the Pension Lifetime Allowance (LTA), which puts a limit on how much a person can save into their pension while benefitting from tax relief across their lifetime. At present, the LTA is £1,073,100, which appears high, however,

The state pension age is currently 66, but it will not remain this way for long, as plans to increase this to 67 and subsequently 68, have already been laid out. Reports have suggested these increases could be accelerated, although the DWP has stated “no decision” has been made yet on the matter. With a rising state

A post on the Octopus website reads: “We only have 10,000 blankets to give away, and need to prioritise customers who’ll benefit most: the elderly, and those with mobility issues or other medical conditions that mean they’re more impacted by the cold. “These blankets start at around £40 and can save you £300 or more,

The expert said to Express.co.uk such a move could help raise more funds, which could be especially useful in a high interest rate, high inflation environment.  When it comes to an improving economy, some people may be tempted to put extra money into their pension, rather than make decisions about their property. Mr Tapper also

But while easy access accounts may offer lower rates, these can allow greater flexibility and typically permit free and easy withdrawals whenever necessary. Ms O’Brien said: “That kind of flexibility could be very useful in the current climate, where switching accounts frequently could be beneficial.” She added that it could be “wise” to diversify funds