Costs & Savings

Most Winter Fuel Payments are made automatically, but if yours hasn’t arrived, there are clear steps to take – and a deadline you need to be aware of

Major home renovations could qualify for up to 12 months of council tax exemption, potentially saving homeowners £1,000s while properties are uninhabitable

Government unveils once-in-a-generation overhaul to UK water, promising improved reliability, long-term household savings and smarter infrastructure management

House prices rise toward the end of 2025, but cost pressures from inflation add a new challenge for the market

Mortgage rates are falling at the start of 2026, giving buyers and remortgagers a chance to secure historically low deals before rates rise again

Martin Lewis reveals how savers have unlocked up to £6,000 in council tax refunds, and explains on his latest podcast and TV show how you can try it too

Freezing temperatures could unlock automatic £25 payments for eligible homeowners this winter

Warnings emerge that the new Mansion Tax could expose high-value homes to burglars by making property valuations and addresses more easily accessible