MoneyHelper is a free, government-backed service providing impartial guidance on money and pensions to help people make informed financial decisions.
MoneyHelper provides information and tools across several key financial areas:
Debt Advice: Features a Debt Advice Locatorto help users find free, confidential debt advice services across the UK. - Everyday Money: Covers budgeting, savings, banking, and insurance. It provides tools like a Budget Planner and a Benefits Calculator.
- Family & Life Events: Guidance for managing finances during major changes such as having a baby, getting a divorce, losing a job, or bereavement.
- Supporting Clients: Helps childminders guide parents on using Tax-Free Childcare accounts, which can increase business by making services more affordable.
- Resources for Children: Provides the "Talk Learn Do" resource to help childminders teach children aged 3–11 about money, spending, and saving.
- Pensions & Retirement: Offers specialist guidance on pension types and retirement planning. This includes Pension Wise, which provides free appointments for those aged 50+ with defined contribution pensions.
- Expert Advice: Provides access to specialists via webchat or email for tailored, impartial advice on financial matters.