22nd Oct 2020
Fancy working from home running your own B&B? Why wouldn’t you?! It could be a great way to make money, meet people, and create a profitable business. There’s a lot to think about too, though. If you’ve never considered turning your spare bedrooms into a guest house, have a think about these questions first: Is…
22nd Oct 2020
Running your own business can be all of the following: exciting, draining, liberating, stressful and rewarding. Still, it doesn’t matter whether you’re aiming to start up a shop or become the next Richard Branson – if you follow the 20 tips below, you’ll find your life – and business – will be made much easier!…
18th Aug 2020
Lots of charities offer non-repayable grants to help individuals on a low income, or in difficult financial circumstances. We’ve looked into some of the most specific and strangest grants around. You can find anything from benefits specifically for vegetarians, to support for workers in particular industries. There’s actually a surprising number of grants available, so…
20th Jul 2020
Freelancing is a greatly liberating career. It offers the convenient prospect of working from home, a great sense of flexibility, and the opportunity to pursue a line of work that truly interests you. A freelance niche means you get to specialise in a subject you love AND up your earning potential. However, there are upsides…
13th Jul 2020
To make money doing nothing…imagine that! To be able to sit back, relax, put in no effort and still see the money coming in might sound like a fantasy, but there really are ways you can make money doing nothing. Alright, we’re not promising you can earn a full-time income while you lay back on the…
10th Jul 2020
It’s always nice to have some new faces in your life. Have you ever thought about hosting a foreign exchange student? You probably should, having a student, or even a university lecturer in your home can be a really rewarding experience for everyone involved! Also, there are ways you can make even more money with…
11th Jun 2020
Freelancers often operate on a shoestring budget – especially when they’re first starting out. It doesn’t matter if you’ve just started your new freelance career, or you’re already years into it: there are always new ways for you to save money. From remembering what you can write off on your taxes to using free trials…
5th Jun 2020
Turning 60 needn’t be a milestone to dread: there are plenty of things to look forward to, including a host of exciting perks and freebies, and a number of incredibly valuable benefits for over 60s. This article came about when we were asked a question: With this in mind, we have tracked down the best…
4th Jun 2020
We live in a time of serious financial concern for many of us. People with more cash to spare might want to help their loved ones – but what are the rules of gifting money? From how much you can give away each year, to understanding Inheritance Tax rules, this guide will help you understand…
2nd May 2020
Many of us are adapting to working from home instead of going to the office every day. Did you know that you can claim tax back on some things – and a home working allowance, too? There are so many ways you can save money working from home! Many employers are set to keep remote…
30th Apr 2020
Cash flow is tricky at the best of times for the self-employed – but now more than ever, freelancers and contractors are feeling the pinch. Without the option of furlough to support your income during the coronavirus crisis, and a limited Self-Employed Income Support Scheme, cash flow management is more essential than ever before. Discover…
20th Mar 2020
We all love hot deals but sometimes it can be hard to get what we want at a discount price. Enter the world of group-buying sites. It’s a way of getting a discount when a large number of people commit to the sale. There are loads of websites that organise these discounts and send them…