9th Aug 2020
You probably think of your home as a safe haven. A place where you can relax and forget about the problems of the world. However there are still dangers you have to be aware of. There are plenty of pitfalls to consider, everything from carbon monoxide poisoning to your tumble dryer catching fire. To make…
4th Aug 2020
On 8th July 2020, the Chancellor announced a Green Homes Grant available in England, Wales, and Scotland. This scheme enables landlords and homeowners to fund, or partially fund, costs of upgrading their homes’ energy performance. By applying for the grant and using the Green Deal financial plan, this scheme offers people substantial help for house…
4th Aug 2020
The State Pension has changed beyond recognition in recent years. If you’re 55 or over, it’s important to get to grips with the changes, so you can take advantage of any benefits – and are not caught out by any nasty surprises. The flat rate State Pension Transition arrangements for the new State Pension…
3rd Aug 2020
Redundancy isn’t an easy time for anyone – and, with so many industries struggling after the Covid lockdowns, it’s going to affect lots of people in the coming months. That’s why we’ve put together this guide, in partnership with leading charity Turn2Us, to help you plan for redundancy, navigate the process, and make sure you’re…
3rd Aug 2020
Tax returns are challenging at the best of times. In fact, their difficulty is part of the reason why HMRC are launching a scheme to digitise tax administration. In 2018-2019 alone, tax mistakes cost the Exchequer £8.5 billion. The Government’s new plans to Make Tax Digital (MTD) will minimise these mistakes and simplify tax for…
2nd Aug 2020
Gym membership is a big expense and in this day and age, we all need to be cutting back where we can. If you’re finding that you don’t work out as often as you intend to and you’re paying over the odds for your membership, now’s the time to do something about it. Here are…
29th Jul 2020
Breakdown cover is essential – the last thing you want on a weekend getaway is to be stuck at the roadside with a car full of kids. If you’re not careful it can be super expensive to break down without insurance, and you could be left with a hefty bill if you get caught out. We’ve…
28th Jul 2020
All freelancers need a freelance portfolio. It’s important to have somewhere to point potential customers so they can see if your work is the right fit for their needs. A well-presented portfolio convinces new clients of the value you can add to their business. It also makes you look like a reliable and trustworthy service…
28th Jul 2020
Have you ever wanted to start up your own business? Want to make a profitable living, but also have a desire to make the world a better place? If so, a social enterprise might be exactly what you’re looking for. Whilst the term ‘social enterprise’ is unknown to many, this fairly new business model is…
27th Jul 2020
If you’re a freelancer, or creating a business, there’s no other way around it – you need a website. It’s such a crucial tool that although having to learn to set up a website and manage it can seem off-putting, it’s an invaluable tool and will be time well spent. Why Do I Need a…
27th Jul 2020
Hundreds of thousands of students across the UK face changes to their university experience as a direct impact of coronavirus. Universities are set to return in September, but it will be a very different experience for most. Students can expect to receive some online or blended learning. Many universities, including Cambridge and Manchester, have announced…
27th Jul 2020
There are a lot of things that you have to deal with as a freelancer. From payment to lack of trust and misunderstanding of the work trust you do, there can be a lot of unexpected hurdles that freelancers find themselves having to jump through. Of course, if you can crack these issues you’ll be…
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