Paul Thomas, Author at Mouthy Money

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When it comes to couples finances, I’m a socialist at heart

Mouthy Money editor Edmund Greaves ponders how redistributive socialism ended up at the heart of…

What Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs mean for your finances

Trump tariffs are sweeping global markets. But how is it going to affect UK personal…

Spring Statement 2025: Rachel Reeves’s key announcements

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered the Government’s Spring Statement, providing a troubling economic update and…

Going to miss the Stamp Duty deadline? You could be £4,000 better for it

Missing out on the Stamp Duty deadline might not be the catastrophe you think it…

What do you want to do in retirement? I’m buying a chicken patch

It’s hard to visualise what you want in retirement. Mouthy Money editor Edmund Greaves has…

Trump tariffs: time to flee to an investment safe haven?

Trump’s tariffs reignite trade tensions, rattling markets as investors seek safe investment havens As of…

Paul Thomas

Contributing editor

Paul Thomas is a contributing editor at Mouthy Money. He is a mortgage market expert and former national newspaper journalist and magazine editor at titles including the Mail and Mortgage Strategy.

Going to miss the Stamp Duty deadline? You could be £4,000 better for it

Missing out on the Stamp Duty deadline might not be the catastrophe you think it…

Why savings rates should be double what they are

Think you’re getting a decent rate on your savings? Think again British savers should be…

Mortgage rates are falling, but is now the right time to fix your home loan?

If you’re one of the 1.8 million borrowers whose fixed rate mortgage is up for…

Deal of the week: enjoy up to £20 off with an Ocado discount on your first purchase

With the cost of living soaring, it’s important to make savings where you can –…

LISTEN: Breaking down the myths about investing

Mouthy Money co-editor Paul Thomas sits down with digital investing platform EQi to tackle the…

How a single glance from a golden retriever puppy cost me £13,000

Mouthy Money co-editor Paul Thomas reveals the true cost of owning a dog. A few…

The hidden costs of buying your first home

Buying your first home is one of the most exciting times of your life, but…