24th Aug 2025
An attention-grabbing CV is vital any time – but now, it’s even more essential as the job market gets more competitive as businesses close in the ongoing economic squeeze. Recent research revealed employers take just seven SECONDS to decide whether to continue reading a CV. With such a short amount of time to make an…
20th Aug 2025
The original dot-com boom of the late 1990s transformed the global economy, and launched entire industries out of bedrooms and garages. While it ended in a spectacular crash for many, it also laid the groundwork for the modern digital world we live in today. Now, as we move through the 2020s, there are signs we’re…
20th Aug 2025
Whether you’re a student planning your first move to uni halls, a parent saying goodbye to your eldest, or a grandparent wanting to set your grandchild up for success: moving to university is a scary and exciting time. So, if you’re stocking up for your room or want to give the fresher student in your…
18th Aug 2025
As the summer holidays come to an end, many parents are facing the familiar mix of family fun, back-to-school chaos, and the rising costs that come with the season. With just weeks left until school starts, getting back into the routine should be a relief. However, for many families, the cost of school uniforms is…
14th Aug 2025
If you’ve hit your 40s and realised you’re not exactly Warren Buffett yet, don’t panic! You’re not alone, and you’re definitely not too late. In fact, starting now can still set you up for a comfortable retirement… if you play it smart. The trick? Work with what you’ve got, invest consistently, and avoid the temptation…
13th Aug 2025
Vintage clothing is in. More and more people are buying it, therefore it’s easier than ever to make money from selling retro fashion. It’s official: second-hand is sexy! Endorsement from fashion icons, such as supermodel Kate Moss and stylist Bay Garnett, has helped charity shop fashion take hold on the high street. That’s great news…
12th Aug 2025
Imagine picking one investment that gives you exposure to thousands of companies worldwide, costs next to nothing, and has consistently matched or beaten the S&P 500. For me, that’s the Vanguard FTSE All-World UCITS ETF. Here’s why it’s brilliant for long-term wealth, especially if you’re in the UK but want a hassle-free global strategy! Also…
11th Aug 2025
Looking for short-term, flexible work that’s outdoors, sociable and often very photogenic? From Instagram-ready pumpkin patches in autumn to Christmas tree farms and summer flower fields, seasonal farm jobs offer money, experience and a chance to be part of an event. This guide tells you what roles exist, when to apply, and gives checklists and…
8th Aug 2025
Thinking about dipping your toes into crypto this year? 2025 has been a big year for digital currencies, especially with new legislation passing in the USA that gives more regulatory clarity for stablecoins. And new legislation may pass in October for other types of cryptocurrencies. Of course, what happens in the USA tends to affect…
6th Aug 2025
Can You Still Buy a House for Under £150K in the UK? (August 2025) If you’re wondering whether it’s still possible to buy a house in the UK for under £150,000 in 2025, the answer is: yes — but you need to know where to look. With the average UK house price now at…
6th Aug 2025
Fancy making extra cash this summer? From babysitting to dogsitting and from fruit-picking to gardening, here are a host of great ideas for seasonal work that you can fit around your current lifestyle. Make Money from Your Green Fingers Gardening for cash is an ideal way to make some extra money. Lots of people…
6th Aug 2025
Let’s cut to the chase: you don’t need to earn a fortune to start investing. But one of the biggest questions we get at MoneyMagpie Invest is, “How much should I actually be putting away every month?” The truth? There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. But there are some helpful rules of thumb, and below we’ll walk…
