More signs of life in the housing market

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More signs of life in the housing market

FromMoney Clinic with Claer Barrett

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Sep 17, 2009

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Signs of life in the housing market - but is the buying activity anywhere near you? Get more into your pension - why it pays to contribute more. And the return of the 5 per cent savings account For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Sep 17, 2009

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The Financial Times Money Show brings you engaging insight into personal finance. Claer Barrett, her team and leading industry commentators dissect the week’s news and discuss how it will affect you and your pocket. Produced by Lucy Warwick-Ching.

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FT Money show, 14 September 2007: In this week's show: the best use of cash when savings rates top 7 per cent; How your postcode can affect your pension income. Plus where to find car insurance quotes you can trust For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy by Money Clinic with Claer Barrett
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FT Money show, 13 July 2007: This week: How green is your wallet? We look at the eco credentials of bank accounts and credit cards; and the price of property funds. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy by Money Clinic with Claer Barrett
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More signs of life in the housing market

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