Work out what you want to achieve and start early. The principles will probably remain the same, regardless of any changes in the autumn Budget
Care home costs have been rising steeply
Gender gap persists as one in 10 women say they are cutting pension contributions to fund essential expenses
Ground rents, rates and insurance add to mortgage costs
Mortgage approvals reach highest level since market was hit by Liz Truss’s mini-Budget
Research suggests that better financial advice would help people to be more philanthropic
Fiddling with pensions taxation could blight the retirement prospects of millions
The excitement is real; but let’s face it, stadium gigs are never worth it
The story is always compelling but the returns are not
As energy bills rise, bolder reforms are needed to identify the 880,000 households missing out on pension credit
An ageing, shrinking population will add to pressure on wages and pensions — but there are opportunities
Access to the arts is more likely to govern a billionaire’s choice to stay in a cultural capital such as London — along with the political and economic security
Elephantine salaries for young employees make smart hiring decisions more imperative than ever
Retailer’s share price has been on the rise in the past two years
Up-to-date deals from banks and building societies
Up-to-date tax-efficient savings deals
Current rates from the state-owned savings bank
Economists expect higher levies on capital gains after Keir Starmer warns of ‘painful’ decisions on the public finances
Wah-pah!
We plan to sell the company in around three years
From vintage cars to watches and paintings — the amateur connoisseur driven by a passion for their pastime has been replaced by those looking for an investment opportunity
For-sale stock of homes up 14% in August compared with year before as interest rate cut boosts activity
Sheila Bair, author of Money Tales, says step one is teaching kids sound money habits
There is a tendency to stick with your tribe and vacation only where other wealthy people are
The FT invites readers to join our campaign to promote financial literacy in the UK and around the world
With mortgage rates being cut and buyer inquiries up, there’s renewed optimism in the housing market — but how long can it last?
Activist investor’s company sells shares valued at £181mn
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Buy-to-let property sales are on the rise
(And it’s got worse)
Private jets, Lambos and selling trading courses for £150 a month — something doesn’t add up in the world of the ‘hustle bros’
In the third of a new series, we ask: what are the benefits of loyalty?
As a newcomer to the market, I’m worried about falling victim to fraud
Her father died. A year later, Miranda Green is still grappling with his personal finances
It might be soon — but that would leave tenants on a painful plateau
Over time, investment in healthcare can ensure a healthier older generation that is more productive and requires less care