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Things are looking tough for small business owners. Rob Griffin offers advice on how to ensure your business survives the recession. Read more...

Tracking down great sale bargains

Times are tough for shops as well as consumers, and as a result there seem to be endless sales across the high street. Nathalie Bonney offers her top tips on tracking down the best bargains. Read more...

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Using WACC effectively

Weighted average cost of capital - or WACC - is a mainstay of analyst reports, but how should it be used? Peter Temple says the calculation may have a few wrinkles, but its objectivity is beneficial. Read more...

Is an annuity right for you?

Annuities may be the preserve of the over 50s, but if it's offering the type of protection you're after, shop around for the best deal says Peter Temple. Read more...

Taking steps to manage your wealth

Having accrued a comfortable level of wealth, it's important to maintain it. Peter Temple says taking some relatively basic steps could preserve your money. Read more...

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Planning Ahead

Redundancy: what state help is available?

With unemployment set to hit three million this year, more of us may find ourselves relying on the state for our income. So, as Sarah Coles shows, it pays to know where to turn when you need help. Read more...

Finding a job in a recession

Finding a job is tough at the best of times but in the middle of a recession it can seem even more difficult. Nathalie Bonney offers some advice to landing a job despite the downturn. Read more...

10 rip-off products you should ditch

Are you burning money by paying for products or services you don't need?  Nathalie Bonney names and shames the deals you should ditch today. Read more...

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