24th Jun 2023
Updated 24th June 2024 What is it many new businesses have in common? They tend to make the same mistakes when they start out. But if you’re thinking of starting a business, don’t panic! We’ve come up with this handy guide of common mistakes and how to avoid them, so you can set yourself up…
22nd Jun 2023
An Englishman’s home is his castle but being a property owner has never been more daunting with interest rates rising above 6 per cent and increasing annual mortgage payments by £3,000 for the average UK household. Since rates began rising in January 2022, two million homeowners have seen their fixed deals expire and this is…
14th Jun 2023
For the majority of us these days, money has become tight, which is why so many of us are looking for ways to make a bit of extra cash. The good news is that even if you have a full time job, there are many ways of utilising your spare time to make a few…
8th Jun 2023
How to boost your listening skills – and save thousands of pounds on hearing aids One in four Britons are expected to suffer from hearing loss by the year 2030, according to recent research by Lindus Health. Even more worryingly, a third of those affected by hearing loss are under-50, with the problem blamed, in part, on the popularity of earphones, and listening to…
7th Jun 2023
We know divorce is not the cheeriest subject, but it’s a reality that many people need to go through and face. It’s also very expensive as well as emotionally difficult for all involved. Any way to ease that burden and find ways of saving money in a divorce can be helpful for those going through…
1st Jun 2023
Welcome to the Frugal Column, where I aim to inspire you to live your best life without breaking the bank. You can follow my award-winning blog Shoestring Cottage and don’t forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel. I am also the author of Extreme Frugality: Save Money Like Your Grandma. If you are feeling the…
31st May 2023
Do you know your bourbon from your scotch, your single malt from your blended? Investing in whisky is a relatively untapped investment opportunity; some sources suggest healthy returns even within the space of a year. Of course, with all investing there’s some risk. You’ll need to do your research and see what tends to sell…
30th May 2023
Going abroad? Secure your home and vehicles It’s holiday season! Perhaps you’re one of the lucky Brits escaping the UK for a getaway abroad this summer. There is always plenty to think about – getting your passport ready, making sure the weight of your luggage is below the allowance, packing the essentials. But one thing…
20th May 2023
Updated 20th May 2024 Not too fussed about whether your cash comes crisp and clean, or slightly dingy and disturbing? Then your best bet for making a quick buck might be investigating those jobs that the majority of people are not brave enough to do. Of course, we aren’t talking about illegal or immoral things…
19th May 2023
It’s International Virtual Assistant Day! The coronavirus pandemic triggered massive changes in the working landscape. Not only are more jobs being carried out remotely now, but more work is being outsourced as well. For many businesses, hiring freelancers and independent contractors for specific jobs, rather than keeping a larger number of employees on the payroll…
5th May 2023
Top money-saving beauty hacks. Spending hundreds of pounds on your beauty regime is a thing of the past. Buh-bye huge bills, hello budget buys! Hello fellow beauty lovers! I’m Izzy, and this is my brand-new column. Each month, I’ll be bringing you all things makeup, skincare, haircare and lifestyle. From my fave low-cost finds…
25th Apr 2023
With the recent flurry of Star Wars TV series – The Mandalorian, Andor, Obi-Wan Kenobi and The Book of Boba Fett – satisfying just about every corner of fandom from that galaxy far, far away, fans are no doubt dusting off old memorabilia and reminiscing about favourite moments and characters. Spanning five decades, a remarkable…
