Jasmine's column Archive - Page 2 of 5

Inflation is coming, so how should you invest?

Have you seen that inflation has DOUBLED in the last month? Admittedly that is from a relatively low rate of 0.7% in March to ... read more

Why you must say no to vaccine passports

Yes seriously, vaccine passports (or digital passports) could destroy your life. They could stop you doing normal day-to-day activities, make you lose your money, ... read more

Why I’m putting more money into Ethereum right now

As you know, Ether is the coin that works on the Ethereum network. It is the second most valuable, and most popular cryptocurrency after ... read more

Why you need to stop shopping at Amazon and move to these alternatives

Amazon is convenient, cheap and brilliant at what it does. Let’s be honest, it’s been a great help to millions through lockdown. However, Amazon ... read more

Why you need to stop using Google and move to one of these search engines instead

Google’s original strapline was ‘Don’t be evil’, but oh boy have they gone a long way away from that mantra in the 21st century! ... read more

The Government is proposing a new way to steal your money and you should be worried

Why is a digital currency from our Government a worrying prospect? Well, imagine that everything you earn, everything you spend – when, where and ... read more

Blockchain and crypto companies are going mainstream. Here’s how you can cash in.

Blockchain and cryptocurrency companies are being snapped up by mainstream investors and there’s lots of room for you to join them. Coinbase’s listing ... read more

You can get a mortgage that’s so big you’ll be paying for the rest of your life – whoopee!

This week the Government announced its 5% deposit deal for first-time buyers struggling to get on the housing ladder. Good stuff. Well done! Help, ... read more

How to invest in designer handbags

Who would have thought that you could actually, sensibly invest in handbags, of all things! I’m not talking about any old bag that you ... read more

Jasmine Birtles media appearances week of 12th April 2021

Media Week of 12th April 2021

Jasmine’s had a busy week! Tuesday 13th April Urdupoint – Vaccine Passports LBC – Business Round-up BBC Berkshire – Saving Wednesday 14th April LBC ... read more

Media Appearances 30th March 2021

Here’s where you could catch up with Jasmine in the media in the last couple of weeks: Tuesday 30th March BBC Hereford and Worcester ... read more

Media Appearances Week of 22nd March 2021

Jasmine’s been busy in the media again this week! Tuesday 23rd March BBC Radio Belfast – Scams Gateway Radio – Savings Wednesday 24th March ... read more