25th Aug 2020
Across the UK there are millions of people in private rented accommodation, and millions more in social housing. Despite this, there is still a great deal of confusion around the rules and regulations for both tenants and landlords – especially when it comes to eviction. We’ve put together this guide to simplify things for everyone,…
15th Aug 2020
In a time when affordable housing isn’t easy to come by, many people are looking for different ways to get on the property ladder. If you’re struggling to get enough money for a deposit or a mortgage, housing associations may offer you a cheaper alternative. Housing associations provide homes for those on a low income…
14th Aug 2020
According to Statista, Over 250,000 of us tie the knot every year – and many more are planning their impending nuptials. That’s a lot of money being saved for future weddings! At an average of £18,000 per celebration – a huge sum of money to splash around – make sure you protect your wedding funds…
11th Aug 2020
We’ve all heard of ‘false economies’ – but where can you really afford to save on products and when should you spend a little extra? Knowing when to splurge and when to use frugal strategies can save you a LOT of money in the long term. From household bills to groceries, here’s our take on…
10th Aug 2020
If you’re just starting out working for yourself, it can be difficult to know what should go in your first freelance contract. How should you specify terms? Will including them put the client off? What are the key things that you should include? There are no hard and fast rules with this. There are best…
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…
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