Category Archives: Finance
July 9, 2025
Slow & Steady Passive Portfolio Q2 2025 Update: Resilience Amid Market Volatility
Three months ago, the Slow & Steady passive portfolio was weathering the storm of geopolitical uncertainty and trade tensions. Today, it has not only recovered but gained a modest 1.6% year-to-date return—proving once again that patience and discipline pay off in investing. Quarterly Performance Breakdown Our four equity funds delivered double-digit gains this quarter, while global property investments lagged. Meanwhile, UK gilts continue to disappoint, […]
July 7, 2025
Family Car Favoritism: Why Did My Mum Gift My Cousin a Free Car When I Had to Buy My Own?
A reader writes in with a family finance dilemma: *”When my cousin turned 17, my mum gave her an old car for free—no strings attached. But when I and my siblings turned 17, we had to work part-time jobs, save for months, and pay for everything ourselves. Why the double standard?”* The Dilemma: Unequal Treatment or […]
July 6, 2025
Rats in the Loft: Can You Sue the Previous Homeowner?
Buying a house only to discover a rat infestation can be a nightmare. But do you have any legal recourse against the seller? Here’s what you need to know if you find yourself in this situation. The Problem: Rats in a Newly Purchased Home A homeowner recently moved into a new property, only to later find rat droppings […]
July 5, 2025
UK Seaside Property 2025: Sandbanks Tops Most Expensive List While Bargains Await in Scotland
UK’s Priciest Seaside Town: Sandbanks (£1.28M Average) 🏖️ Sandbanks, Dorset remains the UK’s most expensive seaside town in 2025, with an average asking price of £1.28 million—three times the national average. Why So Expensive? ✅ Celebrity hotspot (Harry Redknapp, Rick Stein) ✅ Stunning beaches & marina views ✅ Luxury apartments (avg. £1.25M buys a 3-bed flat) 📌 Other Top 5 Most Expensive (All South Coast): Sandbanks, […]
July 4, 2025
Santander’s TSB Takeover: Key Details & Customer Impact
Santander has agreed to a £2.65bn takeover of TSB, a move that would make it the UK’s third-largest bank for personal current accounts. The deal, expected to finalize in early 2026, affects 5 million TSB customers. Here’s what you need to know. What’s Happening? ✅ Deal value: £2.65bn ✅ TSB customers affected: 5 million (current accounts, loans, savings, mortgages) ✅ Expected completion: Q1 2026 ✅ Regulatory approval […]
July 3, 2025
Heathrow Blackout Caused by 7-Year-Old Unfixed Fault, Investigation Reveals
Neglected Substation Fault Behind Heathrow Airport Blackout A catastrophic power failure that shut down Heathrow Airport in March has been traced to a long-ignored transformer fault first detected seven years ago, according to an official investigation by the National Energy System Operator (NESO). Key Findings from the NESO Report ✔ Faulty transformer bushing – Moisture ingress caused a fire at the North Hyde 275kV substation ✔ Warning […]
July 3, 2025
Financial Complaints Hit Record High Since PPI Scandal, Ombudsman Reveals
Financial Complaints Soar to Post-PPI Scandal Highs The Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) has reported a 54% surge in complaints, reaching 305,726 in 2024-25—the highest level since the PPI scandal peak in 2018-19. Key Findings from the FOS Report ✔ 305,726 total complaints (April 2024–March 2025) – Highest since PPI crisis ✔ Fraud & scam complaints hit record high (35,416, up 28% year-on-year) ✔ Motor finance complaints skyrocket (73,328 vs. 12,604 […]
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July 2, 2025
Best Bank Switching Offers July 2024: Get £185 Cash & Free Cinema Tickets
July’s Best Bank Switching Deals: Earn Cash & Free Perks Switching your bank account has never been more rewarding. With the Current Account Switch Service (CASS), millions have moved their accounts effortlessly – transferring money, direct debits and standing orders in just 7 working days. This July, banks are competing with cash bonuses up to £185 and free cinema tickets to […]