Lana Clements.
Editor in chief at thinkmoney
When she’s not penning financial stories, she’s drinking iced strawberry matchas and being a busy mum to two young children.
Blogs by Lana Clements.
Thousands feared to miss out on Carer's Credit worth £7,000 in State Pension income – check if you're eligible
Applications for Carer's Credit have soared from 420 in 2010/11 to 6,770 in 2024/25, but many more unpaid carers could still be missing out on National Insurance credits that help protect their State Pension.
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Scam calendar invites warning: How to stop fraudsters targeting Outlook and Google diaries
Calendar phishing involves fraudsters sending fake meeting requests that appear to come from legitimate organisations or colleagues. In some cases, the invitations can automatically appear in a user's calendar. Here's how to stop it happening.
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Credit card debt warning as defaults rise across the UK: How to avoid late payments and arrears
Credit card debt can quickly mount up and if you are struggling to meet minimum repayments or worried about the amount you owe, taking early action can make all the difference.
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Christmas jobs and Universal Credit: Will seasonal work affect your benefits?
Taking a Christmas job does not automatically mean you'll lose your benefits such as Universal Credit - it all depends on how much you earn.
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Can you claim benefits if you work? Universal Credit and other support explained
Many people assume that getting a job means their benefits will stop. In reality, many benefits can still be paid if you're working, and some are specifically designed to help people on lower incomes stay in work. Here's what you need to know.
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The full list of Universal Credit October half term discounts and days out
October half term and Halloween is just around the corner. If you claim Universal Credit you can get days out for just £1 and save on top activities. Here's the full list.
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