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…
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…
25th May 2023
ESG and renewable energy investing is all the range these days. Yet the fact is, roughly 80% of the world’s energy is still derived from fossil fuels. And yes, while the shift towards cleaner energy is a crucial step for our planet, we really shouldn’t underestimate the role oil & gas continues to play in…
23rd May 2023
Why spend money when you can source delicious ingredients from your garden or the nearby countryside – check out Sarah Locketts recipes from the garden. A windfall of apples What do you do when you suddenly come into lots of…apples? Bake Apple Tart of course! 500g store-bought frozen shortcrust pastry costs £1.35 from Asda….
19th May 2023
It’s International Virtual Assistant Day! The coronavirus pandemic triggered massive changes in the working landscape. Not only are more jobs being carried out remotely now, but more work is being outsourced as well. For many businesses, hiring freelancers and independent contractors for specific jobs, rather than keeping a larger number of employees on the payroll…
