20th Nov 2018
As the festive season is fast approaching, most people will be thinking about how they’re going to spend Christmas and what they need to do to prepare for the big day and celebrations over the break. But it is important to be wary of scams. There are others out there who will be preparing for…
24th Jul 2018
We’ve been hit with a scorcher this summer, and the hot weather won’t be doing a David Copperfield act anytime soon. Whether you’re enjoying the heatwave, or it’s a bit too muggy for your liking, you could always be opportunistic and make some money from the torrid temperatures. From selling fans to fruit picking, there’s…
18th Jun 2018
For many of us, working from home is the dream. However, sometimes you get forced into making money while housebound unexpectedly. Often this may be due to an extended recovery period post-injury, illness or operation. Or perhaps, you find yourself housebound by association, taking care of a family member or friend. While rest is of…
9th Nov 2017
Do you have a great home-made product or a burgeoning collection of vintage clothes you’d like to sell online, but don’t know where to start? While setting up an Etsy store is pretty easy, there’s something even simpler – selling your stuff on Instagram. While the image-sharing app started out as a popular platform for…
5th Oct 2017
Everyone dreams of a windfall. But an inheritance, gift or redundancy pay-out isn’t an unalloyed joy. Working out what to spend, what to invest, and where to put your money can be a bit daunting. If you don’t know where to start, it’s worth following five steps that can help you decide what to do…
4th Apr 2017
Competitive eating might sound like the opportunity to eat a lot of food and get paid, but it’s a bit more complicated than that. It is in fact a sport, and some contests attract serious competitors. If you fancy yourself with an appetite for competitive eating, here’s our guide to making money as a player….
14th Mar 2017
You can find out how to haggle on the high street and how to haggle online quite easily. It doesn’t take a lot – just a bit of knowledge and some practice. It takes a bit of front but anyone can do it if they know how. Here’s our guide to haggling like pros! …
14th Feb 2017
Go foraging as soon as the leaves and berries are out because it’s all FREE FOOD! Here are some tips for getting free food for yourself, your family and your neighbours. Share and you can all have delicious free food on the table. How to find free food in your neighbourhood Nettle soup Blackberry crumble…
1st Jan 2017
While Helsinki may be one of the coldest destinations in the world in winter, summertime with its long days of sunshine, brings out the crowds to this Finnish city located on the shores of the Baltic Sea. With 150 miles of coastline, more than 300 islands, trendy shops and restaurants, as well as loads of…
5th Jun 2016
What’s not to love about cycling? It’s good for the environment, your wallet and, of course, your health. But before you rush out and spend hundreds on a state-of-the-art bike, or even just a cheap second-hand one, here are a few things you should consider. What to look for Where to buy Optional extras Government…
23rd May 2016
Ever commented on a beautiful outfit to be told it came from a supermarket, discount store or charity shop? Did it make you wonder if you know the best places to shop for cheap designer clothes? We’ve put together this essential guide to saving money on your wardrobe – without compromising on style. There’s a whole…
18th May 2016
Even in the city there’s loads of free food growing: nettles, dandelion leaves (and flowers), blackberries, linden leaves etc. Get foraging. Here are my top ten free food recipes.
