Green home scheme to claim up to £10,000 grant opens for applications

Claim up to £10,000 grant to improve your home as new green home scheme opens for applications Applications for grants to make homes more eco-friendly are now open  Grants worth up to £10,000 are being offered for a range of ‘primary’ projects The grants can cover two thirds of the total cost of the home … Read more

How can you help a friend facing Covid money problems?

As Covid continues to wreak destruction on our finances… How can you help a friend facing money problems? They may seem stressed, have unopened bills or repeatedly ask for loans Raising the subject can be a minefield given that money remains a taboo But helping a friend who is struggling with money worries can be … Read more

Are electric bike conversion kits worth it?

Electric bike sales soared during lockdown as people looked for alternative ways to stay fit and get around, whilst avoiding public transport. The e-bikes have become increasingly popular in recent years, with around 100,000 sold in Britain last year – an increase of around 40 per cent annually, according to Mintel.  John Worthington, senior analyst … Read more

Ban on loyalty penalty insurance pricing will penalise customers who shop around, experts warn

Will the crackdown drive UP the cost of your insurance? Ban on loyalty penalty pricing will penalise customers who shop around, experts warn Insurers tend to offer cheap deals to new customers, and raise loyal customers’ premiums every year they fail to switch to a new provider Now the regulator says it will ban insurers … Read more

Households warned to secure homes from burglars as people return to work

Households have been warned to stay vigilant when returning to work as it has been suggested this could be a prime time for burglars to strike. The advice comes as daylight hours shorten with homeowners reminded of the importance of securing their homes. Burglary claims have decreased in the first six months of the year, … Read more

TalkTalk boss: Why is Britain so far behind with full fibre broadband?

The boss of one of Britain’s largest telecoms firms believes the country needs full fibre broadband now more than ever, thanks to the coronavirus pandemic. With millions relying on the internet for work and entertainment during the lockdown period, demand is higher than ever before, creating a need for speedier connections. Tristia Harrison – chief … Read more

Green Homes Grant: Tradespeople warning over cowboys

Tradespeople have warned applicants to the Government’s new Green Home Grant scheme to be ‘vigilant’ after it was revealed applicants only have until 31 March 2021 to claim the money and have all improvements completed. The Government has made available 600,000 vouchers for energy efficiency improvements to homes and has set aside a budget of … Read more

Grapple for Green Home Grant money as scheme opens up

Grapple for Green Home Grant money as scheme opens up: Vouchers cover two-thirds of qualifying work By Amelia Murray For The Daily Mail Published: 21:50 BST, 29 September 2020 | Updated: 23:05 BST, 29 September 2020 Homeowners are today expected to start scrambling to grab a share of the government cash available for green home … Read more

Best energy deals: How 67 tariffs beat the new Ofgem price cap

Households could save hundreds of pounds on their energy bill by simply switching supplier, with 67 tariffs currently coming in cheaper than the new price cap level, data shows. Ofgem’s new cap will come into force on Thursday, with the level dropping from £1,126 to £1,042 a year for default tariff customers.  However, customers could still … Read more