Savings Accounts

Whether you're saving for a house, retirement, or a well-deserved holiday, make sure you're putting your money to work with a savings account.

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The total cost of buying a home

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial transactions you’ll ever make. Read this guide for a breakdown of all the costs associated with buying a house..

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How to Help to Buy mortgages work?

The term Help to Buy covers a number of schemes the government introduced to help first time buyers get onto the property ladder. Read this guide to find out how Help to Buy schemes can help you.

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Your state pension explained

The state pension has been modified many times since it was first introduced in 1909. Read this guide to find out all about your state pension.

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All Savings Account Guides

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Best Money Saving Apps & How They Work

Saving money and budgeting have become easier with the use of Apps but can be daunting when choosing one to use. Find out the best ones that will suit you here

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Premium Bonds | Checker & Guide

Explore what premium bonds are with Bankrate online. From how premium bonds work to premium checker apps, find out the essentials before investing.

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Best Investment Apps UK & How They Work

Investing Apps have made it easier to invest whether you're experienced or new to it. Find out how these Apps work kind how to choose the right one for you

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What Is Stocks And Shares ISA: Guide

A Stocks and Shares ISA is a tax-efficient savings account that can save you in a range of investments. Find out what stocks and shares ISA is online here

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What Is Junior ISA: Rates & Accounts

Junior ISAs are a great tax-free way to invest in a child’s future. Discover how they work, different types of junior ISA and more.

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Monthly Savings Account | How Much Should I Save

There are many things to consider when setting up a savings account. Discover benefits of different monthly savings account here as well as some savings advice

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Government Help To Save Scheme: How To Apply

Discover more about the help to save scheme online with Bankrate . Find out what it is, who is eligible, how to apply for it and more!

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Can I Retire at 60 | How Much Pension Will I Get?

An early retirement is a life goal for many. Discover how to plan for retirement at 60 as well as how pensions, both state and corporate, work.

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Passive Income UK Ideas | Passive Income Stream | Bankrate

A passive income can help you build wealth and meet your savings goals, but might require a lot of initial hard work. Our guide will help you in the process.

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When Can I Retire? | How Much Money Do You Need To Save?

We'll help you understand how much you need to save before you can retire in this detailed guide. Your retirement journey begins here!

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Lifetime ISA Guide | What is a Lifetime ISA

A Lifetime ISA can be spent on buying your first home or saved for retirement. Read our complete guide on the topic, here.

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ISA Allowance: Updated For 2021 | Bankrate

There are three types of ISA: junior ISAs, lifetime ISAs, and traditional ISAs. We analyse them all here in our guide.