Holly Thomas
Holly Thomas is a freelance financial journalist and writes across all areas of personal finance, specialising in investments. Holly’s work can mainly be seen in The Times, The Sunday Times and the Daily Mail. Previously she worked as Deputy Personal Finance Editor at The Sunday Times, Money Editor at the Daily/Sunday Express and also at Financial Times Business. She has won a number of professional awards, most recently Investment Freelance Journalist of the Year at the Aegon Asset Management Media Awards in November 2021. Others include Freelance Financial Journalist of the Year at the Headlinemoney Awards.
Latest articles by Holly Thomas
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Who can claim Universal Credit and how do you apply?
Not sure who can claim Universal Credit? This guide explains all you need to know, including how much you get and how to apply
By Holly Thomas • Published
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What are the average childcare costs in the UK?
With average childcare costs rising in the UK we explore the different options - and their costs - for working parents
By Holly Thomas • Published
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What is income tax - how is it calculated and does everyone have to pay it?
What is income tax, who has to pay it and how is it calculated? This guide explains it all
By Holly Thomas • Published
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How much income tax do I pay? Use our calculator to find out
Find out what you need to know about how much income tax you pay
By Holly Thomas • Last updated
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Paternity pay: how much do dads get and how much leave can they take?
New dads will want to work out their entitlement to paternity pay when taking time off to help with their newborn.
By Holly Thomas • Published
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Roaming charges abroad - how not to get caught out
It’s all too easy to get caught out when it comes to roaming charges abroad. Here’s everything you need to know to avoid costly charges
By Holly Thomas • Published
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How to improve your credit score fast - 17 tips from our finance expert
Improving your credit score isn’t rocket science - follow our tips to boosting your credit score
By Holly Thomas • Published
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What is a credit score and how to check your score for free
Borrowers with top-notch credit scores will get the best deals on loans and credit cards - here’s what you need to know.
By Holly Thomas • Published
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What is budgeting and why is it important? 7 expert tips to get started
With pressure on household finances, we explore why budgeting is so important - and how to get started
By Holly Thomas • Published