Ofgem July price-cap rise: what households need to check
The energy price cap for a typical direct-debit household is GBP1,862 from July to September 2026, a 13% rise on the previous cap period.
Rachel Stone
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Cost of Broadband and Utilities for a First Flat in the UK 2026
Setting up broadband, energy, water and council tax for your first flat costs roughly £3,200–£4,500 per year for a one-bedroom property…
Marcus Obi
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Cost of Probate in the UK 2026: Solicitor Fees, Inheritance Tax and What Executors Actually Pay
Probate costs in the UK range from £300 for a DIY application on a simple estate to £15,000+ in solicitor fees for a complex estate with…
Rachel Stone
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Cost of a Divorce in the UK 2026: Legal Fees, Financial Settlements and the Real Total
The average UK divorce now costs £14,500 in legal fees alone when contested, and far more when you add the financial settlement. Here is a…
Rachel Stone
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Cost of Raising a Child to 18 in the UK 2026: The Lifetime Total
Raising a child from birth to 18 now costs upwards of £170,000 for a couple and over £220,000 for a lone parent, according to the Child…
Rachel Stone
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Contents vs Buildings Insurance: What UK Homeowners and Renters Actually Need
Buildings insurance covers the structure; contents covers your stuff. Homeowners usually need both; renters only need contents. We explain…
Rachel Stone
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EV vs Petrol Car: The 5-Year Cost Comparison in the UK 2026
An electric vehicle now costs less to run per mile than a petrol car, but the higher purchase price means the crossover point — where total…
Marcus Vale
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Cost of Moving House in the UK 2026: Stamp Duty, Solicitors, Removals and the Hidden Extras
Moving house in the UK now costs an average of £12,400 when you add stamp duty, legal fees, surveys, removals and estate-agent commission…
Rachel Stone
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UK Interest Rates 2026: What the Bank of England's Next Move Means for You
The Bank of England's rate decisions affect mortgages, savings and the broader economy. Here's what experts expect in 2026 and what it…
Rachel Stone
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