Rebecca Gamble

Consumer Journalist

Rebecca Gamble is a highly-experienced former national newspaper news reporter, who is now a magazine and web journalist specialising in personal finance, property and consumer issues. Now freelance after holding senior in-house positions, Rebecca has edited Woman’s Own’s consumer column Money Matters for several years and undertakes commissions from a wide range of publications including Woman magazine. Previous publications include Daily Mirror, Sunday Mirror, the Daily Express and a number of women’s magazines. 

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HomeOwners Alliance CEO wins Property Commentator of the Year

HomeOwners Alliance CEO Paula Higgins has won the Property Commentator of the Year award at the 2026 British Conveyancing Awards. The award, sponsored by Groundsure, recognises individuals who share their insight and contribute to discourse around the property sector across news, print, video, social media, webinars and podcasts. As a trusted commentator, Paula is a […]
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Council tax rises 2026: How much more will you pay?

All 153 top-tier local authorities in England – county councils, London boroughs, metropolitan boroughs and unitary authorities – have confirmed the percentage by which they are raising council tax from next month. How much can council tax rise by? Council tax increases explained Here is the full list of confirmed council tax rises for 2026/27 […]
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Spring Statement 2026: When is it and what might be in it?

KEY INFORMATION Key takeaways – Spring statement 2026 When is the spring statement? What is the spring statement? In the spring statement, the chancellor will provide voters, markets, and investors with an updated view on the UK economy, based on the latest estimates from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR). In November 2025, the OBR […]
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Do I need a survey on a leasehold flat?

KEY INFORMATION Do I need a survey on a leasehold flat: At a glance Yes it’s highly recommended. But it isn’t a legal requirement. Do you need a survey on a leasehold flat? Yes, it’s highly recommended. Some buyers assume a survey isn’t necessary when purchasing a leasehold flat. But skipping the survey when you’re […]
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My First Mortgage: New 98% mortgage available for first time buyers

KEY INFORMATION My First Mortgage: summarised Here’s the key information about Santander’s new My First Mortgage: A new mortgage has been launched by Santander allowing first time buyers to buy a home with just a 2% deposit – as long as that deposit is at least £10,000. My First Mortgage is available as a 5 […]
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House price crash 2026: A risk or reality?

KEY INFORMATION House Price Crash 2026 Summary House price crash in London: latest news The average price of a flat in London has fallen by more than 7% since the start of 2023, according to This is Money. However, some areas have seen much sharper falls in that period: Plus, there’s an added risk for […]
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