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    Lucy Warwick-Ching

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    Lucy Warwick-Ching is the communities editor, in charge of developing the FT's commenting strategy. She writes the weekly Your Questions column.

    Previously Lucy was the personal finance digital editor. She produced the FT Money Show podcast, coordinated FT Money’s digital output and wrote for the weekday newspaper and FT.com.

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    • Thursday, 23 November, 2023
      Autumn Statement
      Q&A: How will the Autumn Statement affect me?

      Experts answer your personal finance questions

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    • Wednesday, 22 November, 2023
      Your QuestionsAdvice & Comment
      Should we wait to buy a share of a freehold?

      I’ve heard that laws surrounding leasehold properties are due to change soon

    • Tuesday, 14 November, 2023
      Your QuestionsAdvice & Comment
      How can I ensure my house purchase completes in time?

      My mortgage offer is only valid for another six weeks

    • Wednesday, 8 November, 2023
      Your QuestionsInheritance
      How can we save money on divorce fees?

      A DIY separation could end up costing more in the long run

    • Friday, 3 November, 2023
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      How benefits have overtaken pay as the key to hiring and keeping staff

      Flexible working tops attractions for employees as companies seek low-cost ways to compete for talent

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    • Wednesday, 1 November, 2023
      Your QuestionsAdvice & Comment
      Can I get compensation for my defunct solar panels?

      My neighbour’s new extension blocks the light to my house

    • Wednesday, 25 October, 2023
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      Do I need to make a will before my surrogate child is born?

      The baby is biologically related only to my partner

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    • Monday, 23 October, 2023
      FT GuidesDigital financial services: an explainer
      What do digital wealth management platforms offer?

      The latest services use advanced algorithms and technology to offer clients fully managed portfolios

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    • Wednesday, 18 October, 2023
      Your QuestionsAdvice & Comment
      What is the best way to divide our assets?

      My husband and I are in the process of divorcing

    • Thursday, 12 October, 2023
      Your QuestionsAdvice & Comment
      Should I invest in artificial intelligence?

      I want to put more of my disposable income to work in the stock market

    • Tuesday, 3 October, 2023
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      Will my annual bonus count in my divorce financial settlement?

      It varies every year but is usually quite substantial

    • Wednesday, 27 September, 2023
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      Should I have a survey on a flat with a 10-year guarantee?

      I’m buying a luxury new-build apartment in central London

    • Saturday, 23 September, 2023
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      Commenters discuss the factors behind Europe’s rental crisis and share their views — join the debate

    • Wednesday, 20 September, 2023
      Your QuestionsAdvice & Comment
      How can I stop my son investing his inheritance in crypto?

      I would like to gift my son some money following the death of my mother

    • Wednesday, 13 September, 2023
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      Am I the victim of an AI-generated voice scam?

      I paid money to someone pretending to be my supplier

    • Wednesday, 6 September, 2023
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      Can we sell my husband’s flat without paying capital gains tax?

      We live together in my property and he uses his old flat as an office

    • Wednesday, 30 August, 2023
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      What are the complications of buying a house with a friend?

      I worry about the potential inheritance of a shared property

    • Monday, 28 August, 2023
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      London’s reputation as divorce capital could be tested by legal shake-up

      The Law Commission’s review is expected to take a hard look at the favourable treatment given to the spouse of the main breadwinner

    • Wednesday, 23 August, 2023
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      What can my wife do about NHS workplace bullying?

      She’s pregnant and faces an increasing workload

    • Wednesday, 16 August, 2023
      Q&AYour Questions
      Can I avoid a family rift over probate?

      I worry that some of the legacies in my will could cause conflict

    • Wednesday, 9 August, 2023
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      Can I be a trustee if I’m the main beneficiary?

      Is there a conflict of interest in my role at the trust holding family assets?

    • Wednesday, 2 August, 2023
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      Will the seller leave all the fixtures and fittings in my new house?

      I’m buying a property and am unsure what will be left behind

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    • Wednesday, 26 July, 2023
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      Should I pass my rental properties to my children?

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    • Tuesday, 18 July, 2023
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    • Wednesday, 12 July, 2023
      Your QuestionsAdvice & Comment
      Can I use a post-nup to ringfence my inheritance?

      My father left me some money and I’m keen to ensure this stays with me

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