inflation-proof your finances

Is deflation a blessing or curse?

By Rebecca Atkinson Update: Tue, 18/11/2008 - 10:28

For the past 60 years, the UK has experienced positive inflation with the cost of living increasing year-on-year. But economists are now warning that in 2009 we could see the opposite happen, with prices actually falling. Is that such a bad thing? Rebecca Atkinson investigates. Read more

Survive the recession

By Rebecca Atkinson Update: Fri, 24/10/2008 - 11:56

A recession now seems inevitable, but there are steps you can take to protect yourself and your finances. Read more

How you can cut the cost of childcare

By Sarah Coles Update: Thu, 14/08/2008 - 16:02

As childcare becomes more expensive, Sarah Coles shows how, with a little flexibility, parents can reduce the cost without compromising the quality of care. Read more

How to keep your food bills looking trim

By Emma Lunn Update: Tue, 18/11/2008 - 09:59

Higher food prices have pushed up the cost of a weekly supermarket shop. Emma Lunn finds out why the cost of food has risen and shares her tips for cutting the cost of your weekly shop. Read more

Should I opt for an inflation-linked annuity?

Update: Tue, 18/11/2008 - 16:56

Pensioners have been urged not to consider taking out inflation-linked annuities as the cost of living finally starts to fall. Read more

Protect your savings from rising inflation

Update: Tue, 18/11/2008 - 10:05

With inflation still well above its target level, many savers face seeing their nesteggs eroded in value - especially as three in four accounts fail to keep pace with inflation. Read more

Inflation-proof your pension

Update: Tue, 18/11/2008 - 10:08

Soaring inflation could be eating into your pension unless you take steps to increase your annual contributions. Read more

Burst your inflation bubble

By Hannah Ricci Update: Tue, 18/11/2008 - 10:12

Inflation may be slowing but higher energy bills and mortgage costs continue to hurt household budgets. But, as Hannah Ricci reveals, there is a way to inflation-proof your finances. Read more

Beat the energy price hikes

By Hannah Ricci Update: Fri, 29/08/2008 - 13:44

Already this year millions of UK households have been hit by yet more gas and electricity bill hikes. But there are ways of reducing the impact of soaring energy bills, writes Hannah Ricci. Read more

Child filling a paddling pool with a hosepipe

Are you pouring your money away over water?

By Matthew Sharp Update: Thu, 14/08/2008 - 16:04

It may not be a cost we often think about - but since the privatisation of water 18 years ago, the price of water has risen by 40%. To save yourself money, it may be best to swap to a water meter, writes Matthew Sharp. Read more