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How to return the Christmas presents you DIDN'T want, from ALWAYS getting a refund to using the little-known law that is your secret weapon when dealing with difficult retailers...

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Here's how to have a hassle-free Twixmas - and end up with the gifts you really want (or a lovely cash refund) this year, by consumer rights expert Scott Dixon.

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Number of homes listed on Boxing Day was 26% higher than last year, says Rightmove

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The South East saw the most new homes coming to market, followed by the East and the South West, Rightmove said.

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Monzo makes viral '1p challenge' official with £668-a-year feature - but it pays no interest

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The decades-old 1p challenge sees savers put aside 1p on the first day of the year, 2p on the second, 3p on the third, and so on.

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Five ways to protect your finances if you get divorced

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As festivities give way to the post-Christmas comedown, divorce season looms. There are steps you need to take right now to protect your finances.

Disappointing London debut for AI platform Pri0r1ty as shares sink

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Shares in artificial Intelligence firm Pri0r1ty fell sharply at the open of their first day of trading on London's junior market.

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VICKY REYNAL: My sister gave my children second-hand toys from a charity shop this Christmas and I'm FURIOUS - it's cheap and unhygienic. Shouldn't she have saved up to get them proper gifts?

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My sister bought my children presents from a charity shop for Christmas. I'm furious but am I wrong to feel angry? Money psychotherapist Vicky Reynal replies.

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Thruvision names finance chief as new CEO after share price crash

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Security tech firm Thruvision has named finance chief Victoria Balchin as its new boss.

Stoke-on-Trent and Slough see biggest boom in property prices in 2024

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From 2023 to 2024, the average cost of a home in Stoke-on-Trent jumped by over £33,000, or 17.2 per cent, from £193,662 to £227,002, Halifax said.

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Five budget EVs coming soon including a £17k Renault Twingo and £22k Fiat Panda

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With a new year fast approaching what budget-friendly new EVs are coming down the road? And how many of them will be less than £25,000?

Where will savings rates head in 2025? Three experts give their verdict

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This year saw savings rates peter out as the Bank of England cut interest rates for the first time in over four years.

I've won back £1.4m for readers - these were their biggest money gripes of 2024: CRANE ON THE CASE

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Over the past 12 months, I have put many firms under the spotlight. From banks to retailers and energy firms to insurers, here are some of the highlights.

Brand new cars coming in 2025: Our A-Z preview begins - from BMW iX3 to the VW ID.2

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With a new year comes a fresh batch of cars hitting showrooms for the first time. And 2025's arrivals are predominately EVs. Here are 12 models to look out for.

Where to invest in 2025: Will Trump start a trade war and what next for the Magnificent Seven?

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Trump's agenda of trade tariffs and tax cuts is set to dominate markets The returning US president is expected to be an even more disruptive force in his second term.

Sunday, Dec 29

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Investment fund backed by Peter Hargreaves records rebound in profits

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Blue Whale Capital, in which Hargreaves is one of two partners, reported a profit of £4.1m for the year to March, up from £3.9m.

Issa brothers closing in on £13bn New York listing

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EG Group could make its market debut next year, in what means a huge payout for Zuber and Mohsin Issa, pictured.

RUTH SUNDERLAND: Reeves and Starmer intent on undoing Thatcher revolution

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As private sector firms scale back on hiring and pay rises due to Labour's employment tax hikes, the state will expand further.

AI platform Pri0r1ty debuts on AIM market

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The company offers a platform that helps businesses by automating tasks such as writing press releases, regulatory news and social media.

High Street set for worst year since pandemic

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Bleak forecasting from the Centre for Retail Research suggests that Labour's business policies could be even deadlier than the pandemic for the High Street.

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RAY MASSEY: It's time to consult my trusty crystal ball for 2025's motoring predictions

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Each New Year brings with it the chance to take stock of the past 12 months and look forward to the many opportunities ahead.

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These are the four up-and-coming British companies I recommend investing in for real rewards next year and beyond, by shares guru JOANNE HART

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Stock markets are intended to help companies grow. However, that theory has been sorely tested this year.

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Can you live in an electric car? FREDA LEWIS-STEMPEL took the new Tesla Model Y to a remote island on 'camp mode' to find out

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Tesla's Model Y has a glamping feature: the £200 Air Mattress that lets you turn your EV into a home on wheels. But can you really live out of a Tesla?

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Ever thought of building your own dream home? It could save you a fortune - but read our ultimate guide to the hidden costs and risks of doing it yourself

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Many of us dream of building a home so we can make it just how we like it, but few take the plunge. Could this be the year you go for it?

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Cars are getting too big for parking spaces - so is YOUR 'mega SUV' far larger than the typical bay?

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As cars expand in size - with some of the biggest almost 5.4m long - the problems for drivers keep growing.

Nine well-known cars killed off in 2024 from the Ford Focus to... EVERY Jaguar

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As car manufacturers continue to drive towards an electric future, models we've come to know and love are disappearing. And 2024 has claimed some huge automotive scalps.

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Where you should invest your money (and the pitfalls to avoid) to set yourself up for a prosperous 2025, by the Mail's wealth guru JEFF PRESTRIDGE

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New Year is not just about celebrating the start of another year. It's also a time for reflection, new resolutions and resolve, especially when it comes to financial matters.

Saturday, Dec 28

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JEFF PRESTRIDGE: Loyalty counts for nothing if you want cheaper insurance cover

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Anyone who has just received a renewal notice from their insurer demanding a double-digit price increase should shop around.

Chef MICHAEL CAINES reveals the biggest gamble of his career

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Michael says selling the shares from one hotel and reinvesting in Lympstone Manor was the best money decision he has made.

BLUE WHALE GROWTH: Fund's prediction... a fall in share prices of US big tech

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Manager Stephen Yiu's view is that the 'narrative could change' next year for the magnificent seven - chipmaker Nvidia excepted - as revenues are eroded by vast expenditure on AI.

Jensen Huang has been obsessive in creating Nvidia

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Huang's unconventional approach is 'the exact opposite' of what is considered best practice in most of the rest of corporate America.

Ice baths are now the coolest must-have in the boardroom

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Celebrity fans of 'cold water immersion' include pop stars Lady Gaga and Madonna. The trend has taken hold in boardrooms and on trading floors.