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Home-buying has virtually ground to a halt due to the lockdown – but efforts are already underway to get the market moving again. Remote valuation and viewings, and the return of low-deposit mortgages, are among the encouraging signs.

The coronavirus lockdown is forcing millions of us to reduce our spending and economise. But one thing you shouldn’t cut back on, if possible, is contributing to your workplace pension. Here’s why.

The government has enhanced its support package for businesses, employees and freelancers affected by the coronavirus lockdown, following complaints that many have been unable to access help. So what’s changed?

The COVID-19 lockdown has put the UK’s housing market on hold. Find out what impact this could have on you, whether you’re hoping to buy, sell, move home or just remortgage – and how long it might last.

‘Grandma, what did you do in the coronavirus lockdown?’ ‘That’s when I started the family business.’ Yes, we have to stay at home – but that’s no reason to be bitter. Sweeten your lockdown experience by taking some decisive financial action at last.

In 20 years of working as a scaffolder, Darren never had an accident at work. And then he did. But despite severe injuries, he was able to get back on his feet – thanks to the insurance he’d taken out just three months before.

As much of the UK goes into quarantine to help stop COVID-19, your business may be feeling the pinch. If your customers are staying away and the bills still need paying, what can you do to help your business through these tough times?

The COVID-19 crisis has hit stock markets hard in recent weeks. This can be a serious issue for anyone relying on a pension pot, either near-retirement or post-retirement. What can you do to cushion the impact of a market crash?

If you have a £100,000 pension pot, your retirement income will probably be around £4,000 to £5,000 per year, not including the state pension. However, it could be more or less than that, depending on various circumstances include how and when you choose to access your pension. Here’s how to estimate your retirement income.

The new Chancellor Rishi Sunak has delivered his first Budget after barely a month in the job. So how did he do – and what does it mean for your personal finances?