4th Jun 2025
Father’s Day is on 15th June 2025 – so now’s a good time to find a gift to show your dad or father figure just what they mean to you. We’ve rounded up these gift ideas for every budget! And remember to enter the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix contest to win tickets to…
4th Jun 2025
Let’s face it, the oil market can be a right rollercoaster – prices up one minute, down the next, all depending on what OPEC’s had for breakfast. But despite the chaos, oil still powers our homes, cars, planes and global economy. So if you want a slice of the action without the hassle of picking…
26th May 2025
Would you like to sell your photos online and make some handy extra cash? You don’t have to be a professional to do it nowadays. Have you ever taken a photograph, uploaded it to a social networking site, and been surprised by just how many people comment on it? If so, it’s likely you could…
23rd May 2025
Looking to add a splash of international flavour to your investment portfolio? Japan could be just the ticket, and you don’t have to book a flight to Tokyo to do it. With Japan ETFs (exchange-traded funds), you can invest in some of the world’s biggest and best-run companies with just a few clicks. In this…
22nd May 2025
Unless you join the Navy or work for an airline, you will probably struggle to earn money while travelling. Scrounging free flights and hotel stays is getting increasingly difficult in the post-lockdown, post-‘influencer’ world, and even professional travel writers now struggle to travel the world for free like they used to. But there are still…
16th May 2025
Investing in the defence sector involves investing in companies that operate in the defence and aerospace industries. It can be a lucrative venture during times of global conflict and uncertainty, which is why many investors have been quietly adding defence assets to their portfolios since the beginning of 2024. One of the easiest ways to…
15th May 2025
If you’re looking to invest in property without the hassle of buying bricks and mortar, Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and REIT-focused ETFs offer a convenient way to tap into the property market. Whether you’re after steady income, diversification, or exposure to global real estate trends, there’s likely a REIT ETF that fits the bill….
13th May 2025
If you’ve ever thought, “I’d love to invest in clean energy, AI, or the future of healthcare,” then thematic investing might be right up your alley. It’s a strategy that lets you put your money behind big, world-changing ideas- while potentially earning a tidy return. In this guide, we’ll break down what thematic investing is,…
9th May 2025
How can you get a new summer wardrobe on a budget? It’s the time of year where you may be prepping for an upcoming holiday or summer party. We all like to treat ourselves to new clothes here and there, but especially so when we are jetting off abroad or travelling to the coast for…
9th May 2025
If you need to plan a budget wedding, you’re in the right place. As costs for suppliers and venues rise due to their increased trading costs, so do wedding budgets. According to Hitched, in 2024 the average wedding cost £23,250 (with one in ten couples spending over £40,000!). Compare this to the 2021 average of…
8th May 2025
Looking to add a little glitter to your portfolio this year? You’re not alone. With economic uncertainty, falling interest rates, and whispers of inflation, many investors are turning to gold as a way to preserve their wealth. But instead of hoarding gold bars under the bed, savvy investors are opting for gold ETFs—a low-cost, flexible…
3rd May 2025
For many people, the summer months mean one thing: summer jobs. Whether it’s to gather some much-needed holiday money, to fill a gap between other work, or just to do something different during this most sunny of seasons. Many students will pick up extra work during the term break, too. Thankfully, there are plenty of…
