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guardian allowance Feature 19 August 2012 Changes to Guardian's Allowance | FAQs»

Changes to Guardian's Allowance | FAQs

You could get the Guardian’s Allowance if you are bringing up a child whose parents have passed away.   More »

Best cash ISAs Feature 19 August 2012 Beat the taxman with the best cash ISAs»

Beat the taxman with the best cash ISAs

The deadline for this year's cash ISA allowance is looming! Here’s how to find the best last-minute ISA deal.   More »

Children's savings Feature 19 August 2012 Children’s savings: how to save money for kids»

Children’s savings: how to save money for kids

Some children's savings accounts pay as little as 0.2% interest, others pay up to 6%. Find out what the best option for your kids is.   More »

top 10 debt myths Feature 19 August 2012 We reveal the top 10 myths on debts and repayments»

We reveal the top 10 myths on debts and repayments

There are a number of myths and half-truths around debt out there. Let’s have a look at the top 10.   More »

guide to investing for children Feature 19 August 2012 A mini guide on how to invest for your children»

A mini guide on how to invest for your children

From Junior ISAs to Children's Bonds, read up on a brief summary of choices available.   More »

the budget Feature 19 August 2012 Budget 2013: What it means for your family»

Budget 2013: What it means for your family

The Chancellor has delivered his budget for 2013. Find out how will it affect your family.   More »

best junior isas Feature 19 August 2012 Best Junior ISAs: The ultimate guide »

Best Junior ISAs: The ultimate guide

Here is our latest take on the best junior ISAs out there.   More »

Saving for grandchildren Feature 19 August 2012 How you can save for your grandchildren»

How you can save for your grandchildren

As a grandparent, you can help shield your grandchild's savings from tax. Find out the best way of saving for your grandkids.   More »

How to keep your child benefit Feature 19 August 2012 How to keep your child benefit»

How to keep your child benefit

If you earn more than £50,000, the new child benefit rules could cost you thousands. But you can still keep your child benefit if you're canny.   More »

child benefit what you're entitled to 19 August 2012 How much child benefit will I get?»

How much child benefit will I get?

Find out how much child benefit you’ll be entitled to under the new Government child benefit reforms.   More »

child benefit questions answered 19 August 2012 Child benefit Q&A»

Child benefit Q&A

What do the child benefit changes mean? Do I still qualify? How much child benefit will I get? Find out here.   More »

what maternity benefits can you claim Feature 19 August 2012 Maternity benefits and family allowance: what you can get»

Maternity benefits and family allowance: what you can get

Many benefits are NOT paid to you automatically. Find out what you should be getting.   More »

Maternity pay 19 August 2012 Maternity pay – the basics!»

Maternity pay – the basics!

Have you worked in the year before your baby is due? Find out what maternity pay you are entitled to.   More »

Junior ISAs explained Feature 19 August 2012 Junior ISA rules: get over £70,000 by your kids' 18th birthday»

Junior ISA rules: get over £70,000 by your kids' 18th birthday

Junior ISAs give you the chance to save money for your kids – tax-free. We show you exactly how they work, and whether they’re the best choice for you.   More »

help with childcare costs 19 August 2012 3 ways to get help with childcare costs»

3 ways to get help with childcare costs

We can all get some help with childcare costs, but we don't all know about it. Make sure you do!   More »

What is universal credit? Feature 19 August 2012 What is Universal Credit? How will it affect my benefits?»

What is Universal Credit? How will it affect my benefits?

The way you receive benefits is about to change. Find out how, and whether your family will be better or worse off.   More »

How much tax do I have to pay? Feature 19 August 2012 How much tax should you be paying?»

How much tax should you be paying?

We explain the basics of tax in a straightforward manner, and dispel some of the myths surrounding it.   More »

heating grants Feature 19 August 2012 Heating grants could save you £100s this winter»

Heating grants could save you £100s this winter

Are you eligible for a heating grant? You could get free cash to cut your energy bills and improve your property - find out how to claim.   More »

council tax help Feature 19 August 2012 Council tax benefit: you could get over £700 a year»

Council tax benefit: you could get over £700 a year

If you’re eligible for council tax benefit, you could see your council tax bill cut by hundreds of pounds. Do you qualify?   More »

Benefits for 16 year olds 19 August 2012 Benefits for 16 year olds - can you still get it all?»

Benefits for 16 year olds - can you still get it all?

When your child turns 16 it doesn't mean you lose all benefits. Find out what benefits for 16 year olds are available so you don't lose out.   More »

am I entitled to housing benefit 19 August 2012 Am I entitled to housing benefit?»

Am I entitled to housing benefit?

Over a million of us have not claimed the housing benefit we're entitled to, leading to £3.1bn in unclaimed housing benefit. Could you be missing out?   More »

free nursery places 19 August 2012 How to get free nursery places»

How to get free nursery places

We explain the ways you could get free nursery places for your child, or all childcare paid for.   More »

Sure Start Maternity Grant 19 August 2012 Sure Start Maternity Grant – the basics!»

Sure Start Maternity Grant – the basics!

The Sure Start Maternity Grant is a £500 payment to new parents. Find out if you can get it!   More »

Saving for the future Feature 19 August 2012 You don’t have to be rich to have an IFA»

You don’t have to be rich to have an IFA

Getting financial advice from an independent adviser needn’t cost a lot of money and can help you make smarter savings in the long-run.   More »

Tax building blocks 19 August 2012 Child Tax Credit and Working Tax Credit – the basics!»

Child Tax Credit and Working Tax Credit – the basics!

Could you get Child Tax Credit or Working Tax Credit? It’s time to find out!   More »

child tax credits 19 August 2012 How much child tax credit am I entitled to?»

How much child tax credit am I entitled to?

Child tax credits can be worth thousands of pounds a year, so don't miss out. Find out how much child tax credit you're entitled to.   More »

mother and daughter Feature 19 August 2012 How to save for your children»

How to save for your children

A simple guide to the various options on where and how to build savings for your children.   More »

working tax credit 19 August 2012 Can I claim working tax credit?»

Can I claim working tax credit?

Many people fail to claim working tax credit payments they are entitled to. Make sure you're not missing out with our five-minute guide.   More »

ISAs and how they work Feature 19 August 2012 How do ISAs work?»

How do ISAs work?

ISAs are one of the popular ways for British families to save. As the new tax year begins we show you how to pick the best ones.   More »