20th Mar 2017
You don’t have to cut out your Easter holidays to save money this year. Just book smarter. There are loads of ways to save money on your holiday, whether it’s being internet savvy or just practical. We’ve put together a guide to help you sift through the mounds of deals and get the best prices…
12th Jan 2017
What is travel insurance? It’s what you pay in case you have an accident or emergency when you’re away. It should include travel medical insurance and insurance against losing your baggage among other things. It is possible to get quite a lot of medical problems dealt with for free in Europe thanks to the EHIC…
2nd Jan 2017
South Padre Island, Texas is probably best known as being an idyllic spring breakers’ paradise. While it is true that there are more people in town, there is still plenty of space and attractions, making this small island the perfect destination for laid-back island living. If I had to limit my choices, here are five…
15th Dec 2016
We’ve been asked, “can I go to prison for debt?” What really happens if you fall behind on your debts? Could you end up behind bars? A hundred years ago this was a grim reality for many people, but nowadays in the vast majority of cases, the answer is thankfully “no”… First, a little…
13th Dec 2016
The Clear Your Clutter Campaign is a year-round push to get us all to make money, save money and gain freedom by de-cluttering our lives on every level. It has been set up by Jasmine Birtles, TV money guru and founder of MoneyMagpie.com. Jasmine says, “we lose millions every year by buying stuff we don’t…
5th Dec 2016
Loan sharks are nasty creatures so here is how to spot one and avoid them. Also, what to do if you feel trapped and victimised by a loan shark. There is help at hand now.
30th Nov 2016
We have had a few readers ask us “How do you protect your money on holiday?” So, this is an answer to that. This is how to plan for a safe holiday – to protect yourself, your money and your family just in case the worst happens.
1st Nov 2016
Christmas is just a few weeks away (no, we can’t believe it either) but for many it will bring nothing but financial strain. We’re here to help with 20 wonderful ways to make money and save money in Winter to ease that burden. Take a look below. December January February December 1.Win some prizes. Enter a load…
3rd Oct 2016
Since the announcement that Britain will be leaving the European Union, there has been a lot of questions concerning what effects the decision could have on student lifestyles. Just how will Brexit affect students? When you consider how many students voted to remain in the EU it hammers home how much concern they are feeling….
18th Jul 2016
Can you really make money lying down? Some people manage it – and it’s not just the super-rich on their yachts! Make money lying down by being a professional bed-tester Be a professional snuggler Make money lying down and watching TV Be a house-sitter (…lying down!) Make money lying down by planning your finances Increase…
5th Jun 2016
What’s not to love about cycling? It’s good for the environment, your wallet and, of course, your health. But before you rush out and spend hundreds on a state-of-the-art bike, or even just a cheap second-hand one, here are a few things you should consider. What to look for Where to buy Optional extras Government…
16th May 2016
Reclaim PPI for free. Why pay someone else to do it when it’s actually pretty simple to do yourself and keep ALL the dosh? And when I say ‘pay someone else’, we’re talking £100’s and even £1,000 or so to do something that doesn’t take much effort. What a cheek! Yes, you could claim back…
