5th Dec 2019
How much do you think looking after your pets costs? You could be spending a lot more than you could possibly imagine. The latest figures from Tesco show that our canine companions cost almost £600 a year, and require more than 600 hours of care – compared to just over £330 and 340 hours for a…
20th Nov 2019
Due to often Stakeholder pensions offer a cheap, flexible, and easy way to build your retirement fund. But how do they work, and how do you choose the right one for you? This quick and easy guide outlines how to get a stakeholder pension that suits your retirement plans. What is a stakeholder pension? How…
13th Nov 2019
Find out how to be poor. Don’t build up wealth. Don’t have a rich retirement. Make sure you are poor and anxious for the rest of your life. Here are great ways to do that!
28th Oct 2019
Do you suffer from high blood pressure, high cholesterol or Type 2 diabetes? Are you overweight? Do you want to be richer in retirement without having to save a penny extra while you’re working? You may have spent your life being nagged about your lifestyle, but finally – in retirement – it could make you…
28th Oct 2019
Annuities have been the backbone of many retirement incomes for years: unfortunately, this doesn’t mean they have been universally loved. As the returns from annuities have shrunk over the years, so has enthusiasm for the products. It means there were celebrations all round in 2015 when the government decided to banish the compulsory purchase of…
25th Oct 2019
If you’re a first-time property buyer saving up for a deposit to buy a house, you then should open a Help to Buy ISA pronto. This is because this Government initiative is set to end on 30 November 2019, which leaves less than two months to open one. Take a look at our guide to…
25th Oct 2019
Property investment has had a bad rep over recent years. Landlord is a dirty word for some – but if you stick to some ethical principles, you can make great returns on your investment AND be a great landlord. 2023 was a slow year for the rental market. The cost of living crisis prevented landlords…
23rd Oct 2019
If you enjoy being outside and want to earn money whilst getting fit, bicycle couriering could be the job for you. There are lots of reasons for becoming a bike courier: flexible working hours, good earning potential, it’s great exercise, and your are helping to tackle climate change with every pedal. Real-life story: Rene Morgenroth…
8th Oct 2019
We often speak of bad habits, but there are some very good ones as well when it comes to saving and making money! Here are 7 daily habits we think you should incorporate into your daily life to make money much faster. We’re not saying you’re going to become a millionaire overnight, but by incorporating…
18th Sep 2019
Childcare is a huge financial burden for most families, even more so in the long summer holidays. There are, however, options available that don’t have to cost the Earth. We have compiled a comprehensive guide for working parents, including a run-down of all the options that are open to you. We’ve also included some top…
13th Sep 2019
Did you know that if you were to stop drinking alcohol you could save £1,000s a year? Even ordinary levels of alcohol consumption can cost the average person huge amounts of money. Really? Just a few drinks a week? Yes, alcohol costs us a lot more than the price of a pint or two. Read…
16th Aug 2019
Many parents, feeling as if they have handed over a fortune to their teenager’s driving instructor, wish they could turn the tables to be the ones pocketing the cash. Not only does it offers flexible working hours, many are tempted by the chance to be your own boss and potential earnings of up to £30,000…
