14th Apr 2022
It is National Stress Awareness Month this April, so we at MoneyMagpie wanted to share with you some information about stress and how to access help if you are experiencing feelings of stress. Stress is something that everyone may experience throughout their lives. To some, a low level of it may even be helpful but…
13th Apr 2022
Looking to invest in index funds? Here’s a complete beginner’s guide to index fund investing with everything you need to know about this type of investment.
6th Apr 2022
Statutory sick pay (SSP) rates are going up today while Covid cases also continue to rise. The government is introducing new legislation allowing employees to go to work with the virus. Critics warn that the latest increase adds further pressure on employers just at a time when Covid is causing chaos among workers. Even though…
18th Feb 2022
Last year, we saw university strikes as lecturers and academics take to the picket lines again to stand against their employers in two separate disputes. Months later, these disputes have not been settled and so the striking continues. With 10 further days of industrial actions planned, we’ve shared with you how to get your money…
16th Feb 2022
Should I set up a Junior ISA (JISA) for my child? The answer is probably yes. These long-term savings accounts mean you can put together some tax-free cash for your child. Whether it be for university fees, travelling or a down payment on a house – you’ll be setting them up well. They are also…
7th Feb 2022
What has Kirstie Allsopp said to cause such uproar? “I don’t want to belittle those people who can’t do it. But there are loads of people who can do it and don’t. It is hard. We’ve fallen into the trap of saying it’s impossible for everybody. I was brought up to believe owning your home…
2nd Feb 2022
Theatres are finally re-open after months and months of being closed, and theatre goers couldn’t be happier. One of life’s little pleasures is the rush of adrenaline you get when the lights go down, the curtain goes up and the music kicks into action. The tingle of excitement you feel, whether you are an avid…
1st Feb 2022
Interest rates are shockingly low. Your cash ISA may offer a measly 2% or so – IF you’re willing to lock your money away for a fixed term (and that doesn’t take into account inflation, either). Stocks and shares are the best way to generate an income and grow your wealth with a long-term strategy….
1st Feb 2022
Most people aim to enjoy their retirement after decades of hard work preparing for it. Unfortunately though, the current state pension only provides a yearly income of £9,110.40. Making it essential to have additional retirement plans in place to continue to live a similar quality of life into your retirement. You can check your state…
11th Jan 2022
Do you have a New Year’s resolution to clean up your finances? Are you looking to get your money sorted this year? Then look no further! We recently hosted a FREE webinar all about sorting your money this new year. Hosted by our founder and CEO Jasmine Birtles, the webinar discussed sorting various aspects of…
20th Dec 2021
Christmas spending habits have been the focus of this new study by Capital One UK. It has been revealed that £50 billion may be spent on Christmas this year. This comes out to nearly £1,000 each on average, which is nearly half (48%) of December’s take-home salary. Only a week after news that we will…
30th Nov 2021
Do you ever think about investing, but you aren’t quite sure where to start? You definitely aren’t alone. Investing can seem daunting, and it can be difficult to know how to go about it. Enter Wombat, the app that allows you to invest easily and efficiently. With a lot of people admitting their reluctance to…
