21st Feb 2024
Fear of missing out, otherwise known as ‘FOMO’, refers to the concept of worrying about missing out on exciting events that other people are experiencing. When it comes to investing, FOMO can be dangerous because it’s a state of mind that can lead to investors taking on more risk than they are comfortable with. In…
19th Feb 2024
Sponsored post My dad once said something very simple but wise to me regarding credit card debt: “It’s as easy to pay off your credit card as it is to spend on it – it’s just a matter of habit.” He’s right of course: we might want to treat ourselves once in a while and…
16th Feb 2024
Investing can be a daunting prospect, particularly if you’re young and considering whether it’s time to put some of your hard-earned money into stocks and shares. In this article we’re going to take a look at all the things young investors need-to-know about the stock market. Click on a link to head straight to a…
15th Feb 2024
In light of the big Disney+ crackdown on sharing passwords (due to start on March 14) we are looking for places we can watch films for free. It’s well reported in the news lately that the cost of living crisis has affected the way we spend our money somewhat casually on streaming services like Netflix,…
13th Feb 2024
Did you know that single households (those living alone) are the second most common type of household in the UK, accounting for almost 1 in 3 (30%) UK households in 2022. That’s 8.3 million households all together. One in three…who’d have thought? Certainly if you go to the supermarket or try to book a holiday…
13th Feb 2024
Sponsored post One of the most expensive things a person can buy is a car. For many (if you rent your home) it is, in fact, THE most expensive. So much so, that this puts a huge number of people off making that purchase. However, if you work on the frontline, you absolutely shouldn’t be…
8th Feb 2024
With prices endlessly increasing it’s becoming more and more difficult to entertain kids on a budget. With a massive 61% of parents worry about covering the cost of their children’s entertainment. No one wants to be reeling from the shock of what a day out has cost them so at MoneyMagpie we’ve put together some…
8th Feb 2024
Given Valentine’s Day has been and gone, we thought that now is the perfect time to take a closer look at the ins and outs of joint accounts. In this article we’re going to explore joint savings, joint investment, and joint bank accounts. Plus, we’ll touch on all of the things you need to be…
7th Feb 2024
Sponsored post Vicky Parry from MoneyMagpie thinks about the logistics of planning her own wedding and speaks to one incredible woman who has done that… using free website bark.com I actually got engaged last year, but like many people during a cost-of-living crisis we had to put plans on hold due to a whole mountain…
7th Feb 2024
Love is in the air, and Valentine’s day is just around the corner. However, with everyone feeling the pinch at the moment, you may want to keep the cost down as much as possible this year. We thought it would be a good idea to share our favourite valentine’s freebies. Here at MoneyMagpie, we know…
6th Feb 2024
Sponsored post It should be said, straight-up, that if you need any help or advice regarding debt then contacting the right person comes first and foremost. Hiding away from it can cause even larger issues later down the line, so picking up the phone and making that call is a step in the right direction….
5th Feb 2024
Last week I had to renew my Car Insurance and, even with a 20-year no-claims-bonus and a spotless record, it had increased (like everything in life at the moment). Instead of allowing it to automatically renew for the additional cost, I cancelled the policy completely and went and used Rightly. I saved over £100. Up…
