UK money news stories - 9 October 2024

New fraud refund rules - here’s everything you need to know

As of Monday banks must refund customers when they are tricked into transferring money to fraudsters - subject to certain requirements. But how do the new rules work and are there any catches? We’ve got all your questions answered.

Lifetime Isa savers hit with £11,000 penalties by the taxman - here's why

Some 74,000 savers were charged Lifetime ISA penalties in a year with some paying as much as £11,000 each. But what’s going on? 

Disney+ price increases - how to beat the hike

Last week we told you about Disney cracking down on password sharing and now it’s announced price hikes from October 17, adding an extra £24 to your bill each year. Fortunately, there are ways to save before that date – and after. Here's how.

The solo penalty, from rent to holidays: ‘Being single is costing me £12,000 extra a year’

Being in a relationship means you can split costs of housing, hotels, bills, food and much more. You’re also more likely to get ‘couple’s discounts’. Riding solo can be expensive (where are the single’s discounts, please?) but did you know it’s costing people thousands of pounds each year? 

The addiction to online property search

Do you find yourself browsing property websites dozens of times a day, even though you’ve no intention of moving house? Meet the users who say they can’t help but scroll through property listings to take a peep at floor plans, prices and architecture - with no intention of buying.