25th Apr 2021
It’s well-known that having children is no cheap affair. Being childless not only means you’ll have a lot more spare cash, but you’ll have more free time to focus on your career, or other personal goals. This can be great until you hit retirement age. As you get older, not having children around can mean…
25th Apr 2021
You’ve heard of an investment portfolio – but what actually is it? Do you need to know lots about the stock market to have one? (Short answer: no!). Your investment portfolio is a fancy word for everything you’ve got your money invested in. That COULD mean the stock market – but it can also include…
24th Apr 2021
We’ve all heard of banks – but do you know what a mutual is? You probably already know about them, without realising it! Here, we cover the main differences between a mutual and a bank, and why you should consider using a mutual for some of your savings strategy. The History of Mutuals Mutual and…
23rd Apr 2021
Caravan popularity has risen since the pandemic. It’s no surprise why: making the decision to buy a caravan now is a great way to start your journey in exploring the good old British Isles. Benefits of Buying a Caravan Tips on Buying a Caravan Travelling with Your Caravan or Motorhome Benefits of buying…
21st Apr 2021
If you’re thinking of buying a car, you’ll have a few decisions to make. Before settling on the size, colour and model of car that will fit your lifestyle, you’ll firstly need to work out how much you can reasonably pay for it. And part of that is considering whether you’ll take out car finance…
19th Apr 2021
Weddings are notoriously costly occasions, but they really don’t have to be. According to Hitched, the average wedding in 2019 cost a whopping £31,974, more than the average annual salary of that year. The fact that people take out loans and other lines of credit just to pay for their dream wedding means many couples…
16th Apr 2021
We all need professional financial advice at some time in our lives. But how do you find a good financial advisor that you can trust? When to Find a Good Financial Advisor Tied vs Independent Advisors Using Type-Specific Advisors Finding Recommendations Your Rights on Financial Advice Is Free Financial Advice Worth It? More Investment…
14th Apr 2021
Saving can be tough when times are hard – and it feels like times are always hard, these days! However, having a plan for a savings safety net is the best way to make sure you’ve got a little extra to fall back on when you need it. We’ve come up with ways to save…
14th Apr 2021
Many people are worried about their employment rights regarding the Covid-19 vaccine. We reached out to Amanda Hamilton, Chief Executive of the non-profit National Association of Licensed Paralegals, to help explain your rights and potential issues around refusing the vaccine. There is no law in UK which requires mandatory vaccination, as much as some anti-vaxxers…
14th Apr 2021
Claiming Universal Credit and other benefits is tricky enough for most people – but as you start to save, you might find your entitlement drops. Or, you could have too much in your savings already to apply for benefits. Here, I’ll take you through the main ways savings could (and don’t) affect benefits. Universal Credit…
8th Apr 2021
It’s a tragic time when someone dies – but it also comes with a lot of paperwork. If you’ve been assigned executor of a will, there’s a lot of things to do. It can be overwhelming and knowing where to start is often confusing. Use this checklist to make sure you’ve got everything covered, in…
1st Apr 2021
If you’re looking for a regular income, or you want a successful investing strategy, one of the best things you can do is to invest in high dividend shares. If you are growing your wealth a great tactic is to invest in high dividend shares and use the dividend payments to re-invest in the company….
