Waiting for money to be wired from overseas caused me stress
Barclays’ lack of communication made things worse after the death of my motherMy mother died recently and a substantial sum was wired from her estate in the Caribbean to my Barclays account. A month later...
From Bookkeeping to Strategic Advisory: A Growth Switch for Accounting Professionals
Bookkeeping is mostly about data entry, and digitization of processes in every field is replacing the manual work. Now, client requirements have changed to financial advice rather than just compliance reporting. Thus it becomes...
Commerce chief tells strapped federal workers to get loans
Workers affected by the government shutdown should seek loans to pay their bills and financial institutions should make credit available, U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said Thursday as employees were poised to miss their...
5 Benefits of Financial Technology
Financial technology (also referred to as FinTech) is the use of innovative technology to deliver a wide range of financial products and services. It is intended to facilitate the multi-channel, convenient and fast payment...
Isas can spell big returns – if you pick the right type
The worst Isas pay 0.2% interest while the best pay 26%. We review the best on offer for youIf you are lucky enough to have accumulated decent savings, it’s the time of year...
Top Financial Tips for Millennials
Are you a millennial who feels overwhelmed trying to manage your finances? Are you getting the most out of your money? Financial literacy is not often taught in schools and they don't do a...
UK economy set for worst year since financial crisis, says Bank of England
Bank cuts growth forecast for 2019 as Brexit worries spread from companies to consumersThe Bank of England has warned the economy is on course for its weakest year since the global financial crisis, as...
Hammond ‘can raise £7bn a year by scrapping tax breaks’
Resolution Foundation urges chancellor to tighten wealth taxation to boost public sectorPhilip Hammond could raise an additional £7bn a year for the Treasury by scrapping tax breaks for the richest in society and tightening up...
US average mortgage rates steady; 30-year stays at 4.45 percent
WASHINGTON — U.S. long-term mortgage rates held steady this week for the second straight week, sticking at their lowest levels in nine months after six weeks of decline.Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday the...
Three Ideas for Spring Cleaning Your Finances
Your taxes have just been filed and now it's time for spring cleaning - clearing out the dirt and clutter in your homes and work space to allow for a chore-free summer. Why not...
