Elizabeth Anderson

Feb 11, 2025 | thisismoney.co.uk | Elizabeth Anderson

Millions of landlords are facing eye-watering bills of up to £15,000 per property to comply with new energy efficiency standards. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband last week announced that all privately rented properties must have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of C by 2030, up from the current minimum of E. The grades range from A – the most efficient – to G, the least. Typically, newer and better-insulated homes score greater than older, draughtier ones.

Feb 7, 2025 | dailymail.co.uk | Elizabeth Anderson

Millions of landlords could face eye-watering bills worth up to £15,000 per property to comply with new energy efficiency standards announced today. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband says all privately rented properties must have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of C by 2030, up from the current minimum of E. EPC ratings range from A, the most efficient, to G, the least. Typically, newer and better-insulated homes have a better rating than older, draughtier ones.

Sep 17, 2024 | dailymail.co.uk | Elizabeth Anderson

Britain's property market is in the midst of enormous tumult. Buyers and sellers are bracing themselves for the fallout of next month’s Budget, landlords are preparing for yet more regulation in the form of the Government’s new Renters’ Rights Bill, and homeowners are scrambling to take advantage of falling mortgage rates. The result is rapidly changing prices and supply of properties on the market, and a very varied picture across the country. At first glance, the market looks in rude health.

Sep 14, 2024 | inews.co.uk | Elizabeth Anderson

Teaching children about money can build good financial habits to help them through their adult lives. Understanding the value of money helps them to learn about budgeting, saving and spending. The best place to teach children about money is at home, say experts, because you can incorporate money into everyday activities such as shopping or by giving pocket money. Financial education isn’t on the national curriculum in England until secondary school, and many believe it should start earlier.

Sep 12, 2024 | inews.co.uk | Elizabeth Anderson

If you’ve recently made the leap to go self employed, or have been out of the corporate grind for some time, you may be enjoying the greater flexibility and freedom that comes with being your own boss. But have you given any thought to your pension? Finances are likely to be a big consideration when you’re self employed. There is no steady monthly salary from an employer, so you have to get used to budgeting, setting aside money to pay your own taxes and chasing invoices.