Energy bills can cost over £2,500 | meter reading day – what you need to do and when

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Our experts explain the truth behind the energy price cap coming into force this weekend and what it really means for your bills and how to avoid getting overcharged. Plus what the meltdown in market confidence means in real terms for your money and to counter all the doom and gloom we’ve bagged you an exclusive £20 off at Simply Be thanks to our friends and My Voucher Codes.

Energy prices are not being capped at £2,500, the truth is less straightforward but it is essential you understand how the new limit works. 
The Money Edit explains why the new energy cap is not £2,500

With the upcoming increase in the unit price of both gas and electricity almost upon us, take these steps to avoid a dispute over what you used before or after prices rise.
The Money Edit reveals how to avoid getting overcharged when the energy price guarantee kicks in

Energy bills are going up substantially compared to last winter. We’ve rounded up the best money-saving advice to help you keep a lid on your bills:

• Tried and tested tips for you can use to delay turning on the heating this Autumn and cut heating costs 
• How will your energy company pay your £400 energy discount?
• Save up to £1,060 per year on your energy bills? Check if you can get an insulation grant
• Can these two simple boiler changes save £300 on your energy bill?
• How to beat unfair energy direct debit hikes
• The Energy Price Guarantee explained

If you have savings in Premium Bonds, then your chances of winning a prize were increased this week, but it isn’t the only savings account that offers the chance to win a little extra money each month.
The Money Edit reveals the savings accounts that offer the chance to win a prize.

If your broadband deal is coming to an end or if you’re one of 7 million households in the UK out of contract you could be paying less for your internet connection and bag some brilliant perks at the same time.

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Don’t pay more than you have to without compromising on your connection. If fast fibre isn’t for you or you’re after a cheaper but slower connection find out more with The Money Edit’s best broadband deals.

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About 600,000 people are expected to register for self-assessment and complete their first tax return for the 2021-22 tax year. But there is an essential deadline coming up.
The Money Edit shares the tax return deadline you need to know.

The pound fell to an all-time low against the dollar earlier this week sparking a frenzied response from markets – hitting mortgages, pensions and investments. Here we explain what it means for you in real terms.

Is your pension safe? The Money Edit explains what the market turmoil means for your retirement savings. 

What is going to happen to house prices? UK house prices aren’t immune to the impact of mortgage deals being pulled and re-priced plus rising interest rates. Are house prices set to fall? The Money Edit asks the experts.

Mortgage market chaos The Money Edit explains what it means for remortgaging and first time buyers and when deals could be available again.

Can a mortgage offer be withdrawn? GoodtoKnow gets to the bottom of a question front of mind for many people in the process of buying a home

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Time is rapidly running out to spend or bank old style paper £20 and £50 notes. Soon, they will no longer have a legal tender status – so we explain what you need to do to cash in.
The Money Edit explains what to do as time is running out to spend paper £20 and £50 bank notes