Bank Accounts
Guides and tools to help you find the best current account
Best bank accounts - find accounts with cashback, interest or other perks
If you're unhappy with your bank, switching to a new one is quick and easy these days – and…
Cut overdraft costs - 10 tips to pay less for your overdraft + how to pay it off
Overdrafts are a debt like any other, a fact brought into stark relief by most accounts having…
Top packaged bank accounts
Packaged bank accounts are the Marmite of banking – some love 'em, some hate 'em. They usually…
Top app-based bank accounts
Digital challenger banks come without the large branch networks of the traditional banks, but…
Do I need a business bank account?
Five million of us are now self-employed, freelancing, contracting or part of the gig economy,…
Top cards for under-18s
If you have kids under the age of 18 then a card could be a great alternative to cash to teach…
Basic bank accounts
If you've a poor credit score, you might have struggled to find a bank account that will accept…
Student bank accounts
Free 0% overdrafts, free railcards and free cash – banks love to reel in new students with…
Reclaim bank charges
Excess bank charges are no longer such an issue as many banks aren't charging fees for going…
Reclaim packaged bank account fees
If you pay a monthly fee for your bank account, you may be able to reclaim £100s or even £1,000s,…
Open Banking explained
Open Banking allows you to share certain financial information that only you and your bank…
Graduate accounts
Don't just stick with your student bank account after uni – loyalty can cost! Some banks let…
Do a direct debit audit
It's a shocking but typical example: "I've paid £16/month for white goods I no longer have…
Setting-Off Rules
What's it called when someone takes cash from your bank account without permission? Most would…
Credit Scores - Bust myths & improve your score
Everyone should take time to manage their credit report and score. Your credit report is vital…
Bank statement abbreviations
Know your BACS from your CHAPS, your APRs from your DDRs? There can be 100s of gibberish terms…
Sending Money Abroad
If you need to transfer money to friends, family or businesses overseas (or even to your own…
Interest Rates
Interest rates indicate the price at which you can borrow money. It can get seriously complicated,…
The Budget Planner
The problem with most budgets is they don't work. While they look at a typical month's spending –…
Money transfer credit cards
A 0% money transfer allows you to shift cash from a card to your bank account to clear your…
Tax rates 2022/23
Nothing's as certain as death and taxes. Yet while there's no doubt we'll all be taxed, the…
Recurring card payments
If you've given your long debit or credit card number when paying for a subscription or other…
Which bank is best if you have power of attorney?
If you have Power of Attorney and manage somebody else's finances, choosing the best bank for…
Tools & Calculators
There are many different bank accounts on offer, from current accounts to student accounts, and from app-based accounts to packaged accounts. In this section we have guides on the different types of bank accounts available and tips to help you find the right account for you.
Many banks and building societies offer switching incentives to new customers, it’s an easy process and you can often earn £100s in cash or vouchers. Our Best Bank Accounts guide explains it all and compares the best buys for you.
If you’re looking for a packaged bank account, you could also save £100s off the cost of breakdown cover, travel insurance and mobile insurance for yourself and your family. You need to be aware of several things before getting a packaged bank account, which usually provide breakdown cover, mobile and travel insurance for a monthly fee. Our guide will help you ensure this type of account is right for you and avoid a nasty shock when trying to use the benefits.
We also look at the cutting edge of bank accounts, reviewing the latest banking and savings apps to see which can give you a helping hand with budgeting, saving and managing your cash in a way traditional banks don't. We guide you through all the best buys, pros and cons in our App-based Banking guide.