From spare room to millions: How to master your side hustle finances Treat your dream like a business from the beginning The Independent UK · Sep 18
Seagulls costing Brits millions in stolen food every year, figures show IN FULL The Independent UK · Aug 27
Britons lose £171 million worth of food a year to seagulls, research shows 71 per cent of Britons surveyed confessed they’d had food stolen or targeted by a seagull The Independent UK · Aug 27
Your private Instagram profile may not hide as much as you think — here's what an investigation found Even with a private Instagram account, a new investigation demonstrates how easily your personal information can be reconstructed. Tom’s Guide · Aug 26
How to stop lifestyle inflation: 6 habits to adopt after a pay rise Lifestyle creep, also known as lifestyle inflation, is the phenomenon where your everyday expenses gradually increase as your income rises. The Independent UK · Jul 24
Europe’s heatwave could trigger blackouts. Which countries are most exposed? “Record-shattering temperatures are feeding demand for air conditioning and driving surges in demand for electricity.” Euronews · Jun 23
This is how the energy price cap change might affect you from July 1 Don’t bury your head in the sand, preparation is key. The Independent UK · Jun 19
Young homeowners who used bank of mum and dad ‘pressured to live near parents’ Some under-35s who were helped by the ‘bank of mum and dad’ said their parents had a say in which home they chose or influenced home improvements. Evening Standard · Mar 2
Revealed: The foods that have shot up in price the most in cost of living crisis Exclusive: The top-rising food is a relative newcomer to official inflation statistics The Independent UK · Feb 24
Mortgage costs ‘shock’ for borrowers as nearly 1m five-year deals end soon Many homeowners taking out fixed deals in 2021 will have been on ultra-low rates and could now see their costs jump, Compare the Market warned. Evening Standard · Jan 26
Mortgage costs ‘shock’ for almost one million as fixed-rate deal ends Borrowers will need to factor in the overall cost of the mortgage, including fees, as well as the rate The Independent UK · Jan 26
UK credit cards: six ways to help you pick the best deals From understanding jargon such as APRs and 0% transfer offers, to getting perks such as air miles or cashback The Guardian - UK · Jan 21
Revealed: 28% of Brits buying extra Christmas lights and decorations to compete with neighbours 28% of Brits admit they've snapped up more dazzling holiday decor to keep up with the Joneses, according to a survey by Compare the Market Evening Standard · Dec 2, 2025
How Tesco Clubcard customers can get cinema tickets for just £2.50 The launch of ‘Tesco Tuesdays’ means you can get cheaper cinema tickets – here’s how The Independent UK · Oct 9, 2025
Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2025 Biggest student loan on records nearly £300,000 as 2.6m people owe over £50,000 The highest student loan balance on record was £299,645, according to data obtained by Compare the Market from the Student Loans Company.
The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2025 Highest student loan balance nears £300,000 as millions owe over £50,000 The maximum amount students in the UK can borrow for a maintenance loan depends on where they live
The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2025 Jos Buttler aims to follow Joe Root’s lead and thrive as an ex-England captain Buttler has handed the white-ball baton to Harry Brook.
The Independent UK · Jun 16, 2025 Young homeowners ‘favour avocado bathrooms, relaxation zones and panelled walls’ TikTok and Instagram are popular sources of inspiration for 25 to 34-year-olds, according to research for Compare the Market.
Evening Standard · Jun 1, 2025 Calls to legally require supermarkets to reveal ‘shrinkflation’ to customers The Liberal Democrats want to amend a Bill to ensure shoppers are told when products have decreased in size despite prices going up.
The Independent UK · May 4, 2025 More than half of homeowners ‘improving rather than moving as costs bite’ The Compare the Market home insurance team revealed the cities where homeowners are most likely to be moving or staying put.
AAP · Nov 15, 2024 HECS debts lump students with future mortgage misery As debate on how best to cut student loans continues in federal parliament, figures have shown how HECS debts can impact on mortgages.
The Canberra Times · Nov 12, 2024 Fly Bendigo to Sydney for just $145: Qantas launches huge 72-hour sale Some Christmas and school holiday fares are included in the deal.
The Independent UK · Sep 19, 2024 Two in five credit-card holders ‘struggling to clear their balance in full’ Rising living costs and the need to prioritise paying other bills were among the reasons given for people struggling to repay card debt.
AAP · Jun 29, 2024 Tax cuts to help households 'catch up' to rate rises After a long wait and much political tussling, the stage three tax cuts are finally about to come into effect - and not a moment too soon.