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Negative equity

If you’re in negative equity and have to move, what are your options?

It’s estimated that 8% of properties are in negative equity. Can you move? Some lenders have negative equity mortgages and others may be flexible.

Satellite TV or life insurance?

More people have mobile phone insurance than illness insurance and more have satellite TV than life insurance.

When will you get your state pension?

The government's changes to the state pension age have left many women confused about when they'll get theirs.

Falling energy prices, for some

Prices are coming down (a bit) and some energy suppliers waiving exit fees on fixed tariffs if you want to switch.

If you’ve got a problem and you’d like some help, why not contact a money expert?

Whether you want to find out how to get the best mortgage, are worried about your debts, have an elderly parent who needs care or don't see eye-to-eye with your partner over money, one of SavvyWoman's panel of experts can help.

	Where to go if you need help with debts. There are plenty of fee-free options available if you want some professional help with debts. More »

	If you smoke or have an illness you may be able to get more from your pension. There are around 1,000 or more conditions that mean you could get a higher income for life from your pension annuity. More »

	Ask the expert: can I give 50% of my house to my son now? If you want to give away part of your property while you're alive, what do the rules say? More »

	If you and your partner fall out, what happens to joint debts? If you have a joint loan or joint debts, the law says you're each responsible for the whole lot. So the lender could come after either of you... More »

	What will happen to your pet when you die? Two thirds of adults haven't made a will and far more haven't made arrangements for their pet after they die. More »