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New Star: What Henderson's takeover means for fund holders
Investors may find that their funds have new managers when the asset managers merge. What are their options?
Savers rediscover joys of British safety net
Having dabbled overseas, risk-averse savers see home-grown banks as a more attractive option.
Rise in mortgage approvals gives hope for housing market
The number of mortgages approved has increased, providing a tentative indication that the very worst of the housing market could be over.
Elderly battle for insurance cover
Insurers often charge senior citizens more to drive their cars or travel abroad. We explain how to get cover – and save money.
Best online shopping deals
Regularly updated list of offers from The Telegraph and PriceRunner. New: Hannah Montana MP3 Sound System, Ladies Diesel Jeans.
More discount codes
Avoid the crowds – get your discounts online. New: Nike, Mountain Warehouse, Pixmania.
Wealth workout: The week's best savings deals
Our regular round-up features top-paying instant-access accounts, fixed-rate bonds and Isas.
How to fill in your tax return
Saturday is the deadline for filing your return. Our tips will help you go about it.
50 money-saving tips
In this extract from The Telegraph's free books entitled "1,000 Ways to Save Money and Time", we list 50 top ideas and tips for saving money.
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Interest rates could hit 1 per cent next week, in another blow to savers
Interest rates, already at their lowest level in history, are expected to fall yet further next week to 1 per cent, hitting hard pressed savers.
Negative equity 'hits 1.2m households'
Up to 1.2 million households are in negative equity, it was claimed, as new figures showed the average home lost £30,000 from its value over the past year.
Older people paying premiums for travel, motor and health insurance
Older people are being hit with increased premiums for travel, motor and health insurance, forcing some to give up crucial cover when they need it most.
Jessica recovers £2,850 in lost dividends
Our financial troubleshooter's postbag this week includes problems with share registrars and a car insurer.
Waking up to a pension apartheid
As regular readers will know, for years I've been going on about the fast-growing costs of public sector pensions. I'm delighted to see others now joining the fray.
Taxpayers could over pay in rush to meet deadline
Thousands of people, rushing to complete their tax return online before Saturday's deadline, could end up paying too much because of the "confusing" website, a leading accountant.
Matthew Parris: 'I have a duty to keep spending to help the economy'
Matthew Parris, the former Conservative MP turned political journalist, describes his approach to money.
Comment: Let's get rid of insurance discrimination
It is a tantalising paradox for many pensioners that, when they finally have the leisure and savings to enjoy the holiday of a lifetime, travel insurance is exorbitant – or unavailable at any price.
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