Finanace & Money — Peterborough Spotlight

How Much Emergency Savings Do You Need?

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Use the three-to-six-month rule to work out a realistic emergency fund from your own essential household costs.

Peterborough SIM-only Vs Phone Contract Deals

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Should Peterborough readers choose SIM-only or a new phone contract? Compare handset costs, data, price rises and contract lengths before upgrading.

Peterborough Overdraft Warning Signs Explained

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When does an overdraft become a problem? Spot the warning signs and find free debt and budgeting help for Peterborough residents.

Peterborough Broadband: Check Before You Renew

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Your internet contract may cost more after the deal ends. Compare the full contract and the service available at your address.

Joint Mortgage After Separation: First Steps

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A joint mortgage is a home loan in both names. Moving out does not remove either person's responsibility to repay it.

Fixed vs Tracker vs Variable Mortgages Explained

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Compare fixed, tracker and standard variable mortgages, with payment examples and questions Peterborough borrowers can take to an adviser.

Lifetime ISA at 18: A Peterborough Savings Guide

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A Lifetime ISA is a tax-free savings or investment account for a first home or later life. Early withdrawals can carry a charge.

Peterborough Bus Discount: 50% Off Group Day Travel

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Three people can currently get half-price unlimited bus travel around Peterborough using a Stagecoach app code. Here’s how the offer works.

Buying A Flat In Peterborough: What To Check Beyond The Price

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Peterborough flats average around £113,000. Before buying, check the lease, service charges, major works and other costs behind the asking price.

Peterborough House Prices 2026: Why Buying Still Feels Hard

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The average Peterborough home costs £236,000 and prices are barely rising. So why does buying still feel so difficult?

Peterborough Landlords: The New PRS Database Coming In 2026

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A new national private-rental database is due to start rolling out in late 2026. Here’s what Peterborough landlords may need to provide.

Renters’ Rights 2026: What Changed For Peterborough Tenants?

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Section 21 ended and tenancy rules changed on 1 May 2026. Here’s what Peterborough renters and landlords should know

Peterborough Rent Prices 2026: What £1,000 A Month Gets You

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Average Peterborough rent has reached £993 a month. See current one, two, three and four-bedroom rental figures and what they mean for local households.

Cheap School Uniform Peterborough: Sally’s 2026 Savings Guide

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Save on Peterborough school uniform in 2026 with free second-hand uniform, supermarket deals, current discounts and new rules on branded schoolwear.

Autumn Budget 2026: What Peterborough Can Expect

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What could the Autumn Budget 2026 mean for Peterborough households? Watch fuel duty, tax, benefits, rent, housing support and local funding

Peterborough Rental Checks Before You Sign A Tenancy

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Renting in Peterborough? Check the property, bills, deposit, safety paperwork and tenancy terms before signing. Plus local council help.

Peterborough £20,000 Deposit: How Long Will It Take?

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Saving for a £20,000 deposit in Peterborough? See three timelines, local house prices, buying costs, Stamp Duty rules and a shared-ownership example.

Peterborough Mortgage Rates: Fix, Switch or Wait?

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What do the latest mortgage rates mean for Peterborough buyers and remortgagers? See example repayments and the trade-offs between fixing, switching or waiting.