Beware the Venus Fly Trap scam

Beware the Venus Fly Trap. No, not the carnivorous plant, but the scam that could cost you dear. A few rogue traders may be lurking among the honourable businesses at trade shows and exhibitions around the country - and there's a trick the rogues use to try to persuade you to part with your cash.

Pensions and the stock market revival

Personal pension pots have suffered in the last year as the stock market has fallen. But in the last three months the index of leading shares has risen at its fastest for 25 years - recovering some lost ground.

Fixed-rate mortgages are more expensive

One in three homeowners is opting for a variable-rate mortgage following steep increases in the cost of fixed-rate deals.

Is your garden sufficiently insured?

Gardens are the pride and joy of many householders - yet having insufficient insurance cover can mean devastating consequences should green-fingered people fall victim to light-fingered ones.