2nd Feb 2021
Life in the city is packed with fabulous possibilities: from eating and drinking, to shopping and world-class entertainment. The trouble is that making the most of all the opportunities on offer can take its toll on your bank balance. Fortunately, we have put together a guide to fabulous city living on a budget. There are…
21st Jan 2021
Are you in the habit of impulsive spending? Do you often find you’ve got a lot less cash to spare at the end of the month than you thought? It’s time to reconsider your money habits to curb your impulsive expenses! You don’t have to cut out life’s luxuries, either – in fact, working on…
11th Aug 2020
We’ve all heard of ‘false economies’ – but where can you really afford to save on products and when should you spend a little extra? Knowing when to splurge and when to use frugal strategies can save you a LOT of money in the long term. From household bills to groceries, here’s our take on…
29th Jul 2020
Breakdown cover is essential – the last thing you want on a weekend getaway is to be stuck at the roadside with a car full of kids. If you’re not careful it can be super expensive to break down without insurance, and you could be left with a hefty bill if you get caught out. We’ve…
29th Jun 2020
We know that writing down, remembering and actually getting around to unsubscribe from various accounts, subscriptions and deliveries is one of the more tedious organisational tasks we face. But right now, it’s more important than ever to make a list of subscriptions you don’t need to see where you can save crucial pennies by unsubscribing….
12th Jun 2020
As much as we wish it could be Christmas every day, unfortunately it can’t. However, we can plan ahead with our Christmas savings to make sure it’s a financially stress-free time of year! We’ve all sat down to think about the ideal presents for our family and friends, only to reconsider our choices after checking…
11th Jun 2020
Freelancers often operate on a shoestring budget – especially when they’re first starting out. It doesn’t matter if you’ve just started your new freelance career, or you’re already years into it: there are always new ways for you to save money. From remembering what you can write off on your taxes to using free trials…
4th Apr 2020
Delivery services are booming in the coronavirus crisis. There’s a huge boom in delivery driver jobs – which means you could be making extra cash if you’ve been furloughed, made redundant, or lost self-employed work. Everyone staying at home and all non-essential shops being closed means one thing: online shopping! From groceries to clothes, the…
28th Mar 2020
If you’re looking to tighten the purse strings, then why don’t you pack in the cigarettes.. One study found that 60% of smokers find it hard to last a whole day without smoking. Here at Money Magpie, we know how hard it is to quit. But with our handy article, we plan on giving you…
20th Mar 2020
“How can I reduce my outgoings?” It’s a familiar cry, from the millions of people who have had their finances squeezed in recent years. It’s not an easy task: you need to work out what can go, and what is essential to keep in your budget. You also need to establish the luxuries you can…
4th Mar 2020
We can’t ignore the rise in coronavirus warnings this week. But what does self-isolation actually mean for you – and your finances – and how can you prepare for it? The Government predicts that, during a COVID-19 pandemic peak, as many as one fifth of the UK workforce will be sick at the same time….
12th Dec 2019
Do you need to supplement your pension? A recent survey by Which? revealed the average retired household spends £27,000 a year – up to £42,000 for a comfortable retirement. If you’re worried that you don’t have enough in your pension pot for this kind of annual income, don’t panic! There are still plenty of things…
