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What is AER and how does it differ to gross interest?
29 May 2025
What is AER and how does it differ to gross interest?
Understanding how interest works is important when deciding where to put your savings. In this article, we explore the differences between AER and gross interest, so you can make the best choice for your financial future.
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What is gross interest and why does it matter?
23 May 2025
What is gross interest and why does it matter?
There are different ways to calculate how much you’ll earn in savings interest. Gross interest gives you a headline figure, but it does have some drawbacks you should know about.
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What are the different types of bank accounts and how can they impact your savings?
30 Apr 2025
What are the different types of bank accounts and how can they impact your savings?
What are the different types of bank accounts you can open, and which will grow your savings the fastest? Learn how to structure a savings portfolio with our guide to bank accounts.
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What is a building society? How they differ from banks
14 Apr 2025
What is a building society? How they differ from banks
Building societies are different to banks in subtle, but important ways. But are they right for you? Learn the reasons why some savers open a building society account as part of a wider cash portfolio.
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The benefits of saving money at high interest rates
10 Oct 2024
The benefits of saving money at high interest rates
Cash can be a powerful tool for growing your wealth – if you know where to put it. In this article, we’ll show you how high-interest savings accounts can help you maximise your money, and how to get started.
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Savings & investments guide to interest rates
25 Jul 2024
Savings & investments guide to interest rates
Curious about how changes in interest rates can shape your savings strategy? Discover the different types of savings accounts, their unique benefits, and smart steps to make the most of your money.
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Top strategies for earning more interest on your savings
13 Apr 2023
Top strategies for earning more interest on your savings
Tired of watching your savings stagnate in low-interest accounts? Discover smart strategies to boost your interest income and make the most of your money in today’s market.
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Instant access savings accounts explained
26 Jan 2023
Instant access savings accounts explained
Instant access savings accounts are typically an attractive proposition if you prefer not to lock your cash away for months but still earn some interest.
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What do higher interest rates mean for savers?
09 Dec 2021
What do higher interest rates mean for savers?
With the next Monetary Policy Committee meeting on the horizon, many are anticipating a rise to the base rate. But what does an impending hike in interest rates really mean for savers?
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