15th Aug 2022
Working from home has become the norm for many people post pandemic. For many, it looks set to be the future of their working lives too. There are many benefits to working from home. Not only does it save businesses money on rent, bills and other costs, but studies have shown worker productivity has generally…
29th Jul 2022
Making money online is now the norm for many. Some ways are quick and easy, and some take longer and a lot more effort. Here are some of the quick and easy ways to make money online. Make money online from Youtube Make money online from competitions Get your friends to make you money Make…
6th Jul 2022
Can you really make money sitting on your butt? The cost of living crisis is really hitting us hard. So many of us are working full time and still struggling to make ends meet. We therefore know that the reality of needing extra cash, whilst having zero energy to do any more work, is pressing….
28th Jun 2022
Welcome to the Frugal Column, where I aim to inspire you to live your best life without breaking the bank. You can follow my blog Shoestring Cottage and don’t forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel. This month I am looking at ways to save money now. Many of our expenses are fixed. We have…
22nd Jun 2022
Holidays are a prolific area for false economies, from travel insurance (lack of) to currency exchange to mobile phone costs…we all do it and then kick ourselves afterwards! It is important you take care with smart spending on holiday, to ensure you aren’t overpaying or being ripped-off! So take a deep breath, step back and…
22nd Jun 2022
A holiday should be about relaxing and forgetting about the stresses of everyday life. But, there are people out there who want to rip you off and take your hard earned money. That’s why it is so important to be aware of potential holiday scams. Nothing spoils that chilled-out mood more than when you’re ripped…
7th Jun 2022
There are roughly 80 new start-up businesses started in the UK every hour, according to research by Iwoca. 1 in 10 employees in the UK want to start their own business in 2022, with almost half of UK employees wanting to own a business one day. This reveals that the independent UK workforce is raring…
27th May 2022
Yes! You read that right – A free holiday! You know the feeling, particularly in these pandemic times: you see someone on Instagram having a wonderful island retreat or city break and you think, “I need a holiday!” We can’t all afford a holiday, and for some it’s been years since they escaped the confines…
12th May 2022
Can you really save money by sharing? Sharing is a fundamental social tool we learn from a young age. We are taught to share our toys, play nicely and help others. For many, this ethos carries over into our adult life. Here at MoneyMagpie, we believe sharing is something we should all do, especially in…
3rd May 2022
Caravan holidays offer a huge range of benefits. If you’ve ever used a caravan or mobile home, you will be aware of the enjoyment they can bring. They’re undoubtedly more comfortable than a tent or shared hostel and far less restrictive than a hotel room or rented holiday home. Plus, campervan/caravan holidays are all the rage…
30th Apr 2022
Let’s save and make money in spring! The sun is shining and flowers are blossoming, which can only mean one thing… Summer is just around the corner! (We can dream, anyway). There are lots of money-making and money-saving opportunities in spring that we should all take advantage of. Take a look below for our list…
28th Mar 2022
With the end of the tax year looming, we take a look at all of the financial changes happening in April 2022. Although we have previously touched upon these here. We are rounding up everything you need to know to move forward. As we have reported over the last year, from this April (2022), consumers…
