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 Jun 2020
Ever wondered if you should become a chef? If lockdown has taught us anything, it’s that some of us were born to cook and some of us…well, aren’t. If you’ve discovered surprise culinary skills and want a career change, perhaps it’s time to consider a career in the kitchen! For anyone with a passion for…
31st May 2020
Ever considered making money as an event planner? Are you organised, high-energy, imaginative and calm under pressure? Enjoy seeing a vision come together, and knowing that you were integral in making it happen? If the answer to all of the above is yes, it sounds like you’ve got skills that could be well-suited to a…
25th May 2020
Walking is an often-underrated exercise that many of us have recently discovered in lockdown. Tired of being cooped up inside, we’re all taking more walks around the block than before. But it’s also a fantastic way to get fit, be sociable (in a responsible, distanced manner), and enjoy the Great Outdoors. Now we’re able to…
17th May 2020
Everyone at some point in their life has thought about working for themselves. Being your own boss and not having to answer to anyone else, the ultimate sign of independence. So why don’t more of us make our business ideas reality? The simple answer for many is lack of funds and the uncertainty of job…
11th May 2020
Renters don’t have to pay for things like broken boilers – but the costs of renting still add up really fast. From turning your thermostat down a degree to negotiating rent raises, there are tons of ways you can knock the cost of living in rented accommodation down to a more manageable level. Follow these…
11th May 2020
Cars are infamously pricey to run, and not just the vehicle themselves but with additional costs of insurance, road tax, and MOTs and servicing, it all quickly adds up. But fortunately there are measures you can take to reduce your driving costs and save a bit of money. RAC MOT Assist Cashback on Fuel Eco-Driving…
8th May 2020
Lockdown is a hard time for everyone, but one good thing about working remotely and non-essential outlets remaining closed is we’re saving money we’d have otherwise spent. The Institute of Fiscal Studies (IFS) deemed this concept “forced savings”. They estimate that UK households normally allocate a quarter of their spending to things now unaccessible or…
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…
1st May 2020
Enjoy a free 7-day trial with Disney Plus, so everyone has something to do when staying at home! Disney Plus has just launched in the UK, and offers a huge library of films and series to enjoy. It has all the classic animated films, perhaps for family nights in. Or, watch on up to four…
24th Apr 2020
What are you most looking forward to doing when lockdown is over? Getting a haircut? Meeting friends for a drink? Seeing a film? Post-lockdown savings are possible, even with so many things to do! A month has passed since the UK was put into lockdown and everyone is missing the freedom that we previously took…
20th Apr 2020
Recipe books are costly – and do you ever really read them? Learning to cook for free isn’t as hard as you might think – and could save you lots of cash in the long-term. But, learning to cook is always on the backburner whilst other priorities in our busy lives take over. Getting in…
