3rd Mar 2021
Get 10% on your savings with a site called Blend Network. Is that really possible? Surprisingly, it is. When companies offer two-digit returns on investments I am always suspicious. At 10% I would expect a lot of risk and possibly even a company trying to pull the wool over my eyes! However, when I learnt…
16th Feb 2021
I’m a big fan of Warren Buffett and not just because, as the fourth richest man in the world, he’s worth $64.5 billion…yes billion! And he’s done it all through investing. He’s a brilliant thinker and a very witty nonagenarian who is still investing and avidly followed by the rest of the world. For example,…
3rd Feb 2021
Who wouldn’t want to make.a cool, guaranteed 4.8% on their savings? I don’t usually use the word ‘guaranteed’ when it comes to savings, particularly when it’s such a high rate, but I happen to know that this return is pretty rock solid as I’ve downloaded this app myself. I’m talking about HyperJar, the clever, free…
1st Feb 2021
It may seem counter intuitive, but sometimes you really do have to spend money to make money. It’s important to invest in yourself to boost your future financial success. Whether you want to start investing your cash into ISAs, squirrel away some funds into a pension packet, or try a new skill, then we’ve got…
14th Dec 2020
Saving for a mortgage deposit takes longer than ever these days – especially as low-deposit mortgages are increasingly hard to find or be eligible for. The good news is that, if you try these tips, you could save thousands of pounds in a year – and achieve your dream of home ownership faster than you…
3rd Dec 2020
Being single at Christmas sounds like a sad affair to many – but in reality, it could be your best festive season yet! Whether you’re single by choice or not this holiday season, we want to help you make the most of your unattached status to truly enjoy Christmas this year! It may feel like…
17th Nov 2020
Lockdown is getting to all of us – but there are ways you can make money without leaving the house, so now’s the time to try them! Here are our top ways to make money while you’re sat on the sofa, surfing the net, or trying to fill your furlough time. Use Lottery Syndicates Make…
30th Sep 2020
In the past decade the gaming industry has seen a massive surge in popularity. It’s gone from a hobby and way to unwind to a full-blown sports league. If you love playing video games, have the exception skills needed, and are willing to put the hours of practice in, then you may be able to…
28th Sep 2020
Freelancing is a popular option for people with disabilities who have found that the 9-5 doesn’t cater to their needs. We caught up with Paralympian gold medallist Liz Johnson, who turned from athletics to disability inclusion in the workplace with The Ability People – and learned more about Podium, their new platform. What is The…
23rd Sep 2020
You might think switching careers is a young person’s game. After all, those in their 20s or 30s might be less likely to have families, mortgages or other responsibilities that could make it harder to switch careers to something completely new. In reality though, there are a lot of ways you could switch careers later…
23rd Sep 2020
Got a taste of the work from home life and want to start working for yourself? Looking for new freelance work this autumn? Part-time freelance work has become increasingly popular, especially amongst young people, over the past few years. You’re definitely not alone in wanting a slice of the freelance pie for yourself! The flexibility…
21st Sep 2020
As a freelancer, one of the biggest challenges you face is maintaining boundaries between your work and personal life. Keeping them separate and finding time for yourself can be hard work but is vitally important to avoiding burnout, staying healthy, and maximising your productivity. More and more people are turning to portfolio careers and freelancing…
