Hello and welcome to this week’s Money Talks – a roundup of the week’s biggest stories and some things you may have missed.
Money news
Evictions from rented homes hit record levels in 2014
Pensions firm says new rules will lead to bad decisions
Contactless card payment limit set to rise
Why Loughborough students get the worst deal
Rent-to-own firms ripping off customers, say MPs
Labour unveils plan to double paternity leave
The emoticons that could wipe the smile off your face
Feature
Work advice
Career cares? Work woes? Out of love with the office? Our expert is on hand to help. Put your questions to Jeremy, and help other readers with their worries.
Consumer champions
Robbed of a mobile, so why do we pick up the thief’s bill?
Admin’ fees must be more than just a box-ticking exercise
A seven weeks delivery time on a new sofa turned into 34
In pictures
In the spotlight
Mortgage lenders are battling for your business, slashing the cost of borrowing to record low levels. So is now the best time ever to get a mortgage?
Money deals
The Money Deals energy switch is back to help you get a great deal on your energy. Last year we helped readers who signed up and switched save an average of £251 a year on their energy bills. If you want to be part of this year’s collective you can find out more and sign up now.
If you’re looking for a new deal on your mobile the Money Deals mobile comparison service can help. Compare deals for all the latest handsets and sim-only on all UK networks.
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