27th Jul 2020
There are many reasons for taking out equity release. Maybe you want to travel, or invest in new property, or help out adult children. Alternatively, you might want to free up some money to pay off existing debts. Here, we’ll think about your options – and weight up some pros and cons if you decide…
26th Jun 2020
We frequently get questions at MoneyMagpie from concerned parents who want to help their adult children out. They often want to know how to pay off their child’s debts, without coming into difficulty with the tax office. It’s a subject we’re seeing more frequently now, too, as financially secure parents see their adult children struggle…
16th Jun 2020
If you’re in debt – even if it’s only a couple of hundred pounds on a credit card – it can be hard to know whether to pay it all off at once or whether to save your cash. Of course, there isn’t a one size fits all approach to this, as everyone’s debt and…
22nd May 2020
As the saying goes you must spend money to make money. This is definitely true when you start a business. Things like registering your business name, website hosting, and creating a space to work from all cost money. Although there are ways to minimise these costs. So, the short answer is yes, expect to go…
29th Apr 2020
There are various forms of short-term debt solutions on offer at the moment, such as mortgage holidays, car finance holidays, and credit card repayment freezes. At first sight they can appear a tempting offer: you get a couple of months of financial relief during this hard time, but are not harming your credit score. It…
19th Mar 2020
Guest article from StepChange. It’s no secret that payday loans have surged in popularity over recent years. They’re often packaged as a quick and easy way to get the money you need, but in reality they can result in payday loan debt and cause a lot more stress than they’re worth. If you’re struggling with…
4th Mar 2020
Student debt is a hot topic in today’s economic climate. According to Intelligent Environments, three quarters of university students feel stressed about the debt they accumulate while studying – paying these debts back is a concern! The stress can mount quickly as rental payments and interest, as well as the rising cost of basics, start…
11th Jan 2020
Did you know that one of the quickest and most cost effective ways to get your debt paid off is to do something called ‘snowballing’ your debts. Debt can be overwhelming and it can be really stressful dealing with it. What Are Snowball Debts Snowball Debts Step By Step How Do Other People Snowball Debts?…
15th Oct 2019
There is a thin line between having manageable debts and struggling with debt problems, which, unfortunately, a majority of people today do not take into account. Not all debt is bad, and anyone who has financial needs from time to time has to look for extra finances, and this means seeking out a creditor. At…
13th Aug 2019
Usually, personal loans help in making our lives simpler by supporting us out at the time of cash crunches. However, you should keep in mind that repayment of personal loan in UAE is a liability. Failing to make the same can land you in the hot water at any time. The whole concept of opting…
31st Jul 2019
This is how you can get debt-free quickly and easily….with help from us. We know how tough it is to deal with debt on your own. You need help, support, encouragement and ideas to keep you going week after week until it’s all paid off. That’s why we have created FREE debt support emails to…
23rd Jul 2019
Want to get out of debt today? Quite right. And you can. The good news is that it’s possible and, importantly, there’s a lot of help out there for anyone wanting to be free of debt. Here’s our guide to six easy steps to getting out of debt. First things first Talk to friends…
