8th Aug 2023
We’ve advertised many dream jobs on here, but this is one we know millions will scramble for as a side hustle: cat-sitting! We actually know quite a few people who do this, and it fits in around their jobs. What’s more, to mark International Cat Day, we’ve rounded-up the best ways to make money from…
6th Aug 2023
YoungPlanet has an app to help parents access free stuff – and the timing couldn’t be better for people to really learn about it. Child Poverty Action Group recently reported that the average cost of raising a child was: £152,747 for a family with two parents or guardians £185,413 for a single-parent family Now, while…
2nd Aug 2023
Recently, we realised there is still a way to go to reach gender equality in certain aspects of life. Namely, the ‘pink tax’ – which still exists, and results in women paying more for both everyday items and larger purchases. What exactly is the pink tax? The pink tax is the extra cost placed on…
19th Jul 2023
The Gen-Z Journal: FOMO, Friendships and Finances Hey, I’m Izzy, MoneyMagpie’s inhouse Gen-Z-er. Welcome to the latest installment of my column, ‘The Gen-Z Journal’, where I chat about life as a Gen-Z gal, navigating her way through financial independence in a cost-of-living crisis. Today, let’s chat about earning less – or more – than your…
5th Jul 2023
This post is sponsored by Sofia Gray In today’s digital world, it’s never been easier to make money from home. With new online opportunities emerging at every turn, it’s about finding your niche and capitalising on your unique skills and abilities. But, what if that skill involved selling used panties online? That’s right. Plenty of…
29th Jun 2023
Asda’s widely applauded scheme to help kids eat for £1 has been extended. A whopping £7million of these meals have been sold since launch last summer. Now, the supermarket has announced an extension of the scheme, by offering some support for adults too, and extending its half price café meals to adults. To help customers…
21st Jun 2023
With the world shifting towards ‘cleaner’ energy, it’s a near certainty that most of our power will soon be generated by renewable energy sources. In this article we’re going to take a look at the renewable energy market, and explore whether investing in wind, solar, or hydropower is a good idea right now. Keep on…
8th Jun 2023
Diamonds are a girl’s best friend, so they say. But why exactly is this? Is it because they look great? Perhaps, the way they sparkle in the light? The luxury which surrounds them? It could be, but it may also be the value of investing in gemstones such as these. But diamonds are not the…
6th Jun 2023
The best plants to forage – and how to use them Most people are rightly cautious about foraging for food. It’s not without its risks: lots of plants – including many popular garden or house plants – are toxic to humans and pets. But with food inflation at 19.1 per cent, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS),…
6th Jun 2023
Updated 29th July 2024 It is officially festival season! Summer is upon us. The sun is beaming, the SPF 50 is out, and the hats are on. Pink noses, ice cream and sun kissed skin are a given in summer. But spending money doesn’t have to be. Did you know there are plenty of free…
31st May 2023
If you want to invest in property, using REITs can be an excellent place to start. Here’s what you need to know about REIT investing.
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…
