Payments and finance

What is a sort code?

What is a bank sort code? If you’re in the UK or Ireland, you probably have one. Here’s why.

Faster payments: a simple guide to instant money transfers in the UK

Find out how to make sure you're not paying for the convenience of instant transfers.

Digital banks vs. high-street banks – how do they compare?

High-street banks were once the one stop shop for all things banking. Not anymore.

IBAN, BIC, SWIFT, SEPA: What’s in an acronym?

Read our quick guide to some of the most common acronyms in the banking industry.

5 reasons why you should separate personal and business finances

Separating business and personal expenses is just a good idea. Here's why.

A beginner's guide to business accounts—do you need one?

Find the best free alternatives to business bank accounts