Business + Money

Recognising these signs becomes a critical exercise in self-awareness, inviting us to ponder the question: is it time to retire? 1. The Tea Round is More Complex Than Your Job When orchestrating the office tea round presents a greater challenge than your daily tasks, replete with an array of bespoke requests from oat milk to … Read more

How many missed paychecks are you or a loved one from the precipice of homelessness? Across the UK, this isn’t a hypothetical for thousands—it’s their daily reality. Here are the top 10 places which have more homeless than they should:  1. London: The Stark Contrast In London, the juxtaposition between affluence and destitution is profound. … Read more

Considering the UK is struggling with illegal immigration and self-imposed Brexit, the Home Office has released its new Statement of Changes.  New Statement Released Understanding immigration rules can be complicated at the best of times, but with the implementation of a 180-page statement, it is becoming difficult for all to grasp the new rules correctly. … Read more

Bank of England insider Megan Greene’s bold stance on interest rates disrupts market expectations, highlighting persistent inflationary pressures amidst divergent economic conditions. Here’s the full story. Nasty Shocks The UK economy has experienced a series of nasty shocks recently, with a cost-of-living crisis squeezing living standards, glacial wage growth, and the country officially being back … Read more

In a revolutionary step, World Athletics has announced that it will award a cash prize of $50,000 to Olympic gold medal winners in its events. It’s the first governing body to issue financial rewards for Olympic prizes in history. Intention to Reward Success Announced In a press release on their website, World Athletics said: “World … Read more

The farming industry has warned persistent wet weather has dramatically impacted domestic food production. This will see us rely on imported food to satisfy demand, driving up prices. Problematic Weather for Farmers The warning about food production comes shortly after the Met Office announced that February was the fourth wettest on record. The poor sowing … Read more

Britain’s biggest mortgage lender, Halifax, reported that house prices fell in March – the first fall in six months for the UK housing market. Higher Borrowing Costs Cooling Market The lender said that higher mortgage rates stunted buying ability and appetite, leading to a 1% (£2,900) drop in average purchase price. The average UK property … Read more

A survey from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has shown that over 7 million UK adults are struggling to manage household finances. Increased Cost of Living to Blame The data in the report shows that the increased cost of living is to blame for financial stress, with mortgages, rents, utilities and food prices all increasing … Read more

Navigating the UK housing market is becoming akin to walking through a minefield blindfolded. With economic indicators flashing warning signals like a lighthouse in a storm, let’s dissect the signs suggesting the UK housing market is more bubble than stable foundation. 1. Skyrocketing House Prices The chasm between house prices and the average wage is … Read more

Ever thought you could lose your property without selling it, or that someone could legally claim it out from under you? Welcome to the distinctly unsettling world of adverse possession, where squatters may turn into homeowners by simply occupying land long enough. Here’s how to keep your property firmly in your name. 1. Know Thy … Read more