23rd May 2024
Rishi Sunak has called a quick election for July 4th because he sees a ’sweet spot’ for the Conservatives, which will not last long, says financial expert, and founder of MoneyMagpie.com, Jasmine Birtles. “We have just been told that inflation is down to 2.3%, current economic growth is not as poor as expected, and the…
23rd May 2024
Buy to Let used to be a lucrative way to make passive income as a landlord in the UK. When mortgage rates were low, property owners could rent out their homes for a higher rate than their monthly mortgage payments and take the difference as additional income. However, the buy to let market looks very…
20th May 2024
Finding ways to be held accountable for your financial choices can be a strong route to making sure you’re on your way to financial stability. Accountability buddies have been around in different guises for many years – friends who make sure the other turns up to the gym each week, or family members who go…
16th May 2024
Investing in gold in the traditional way is an option! But, what if we told you there was another option? In this article, we will be talking everything gold ETFs. We will take a look at what these ETFs are and why you might want to consider investing in them. What are gold ETFs? 5…
7th May 2024
When people think about investing, their mind often jumps straight to stocks or housing. However, there are plenty of alternative ways to invest your money in 2024. One type of investment that has been trending across the web recently is Whisky. This underrated asset is free from capital gains tax in the UK and is…
16th Apr 2024
Over the last 6 months, Bitcoin has risen by over 135% and has recently seen a new all-time high of $73,805. The bullish price movement is largely due to the upcoming halving event, which will mean there are half as many Bitcoin in circulation. Many experts have predicted that the bull run will continue through…
4th Apr 2024
Updated 4th April 2024 Trying to get on top of your overall expenses means it’s easy to forget the little costs along the way. This budgeting checklist will help you break down your expenses into chunks, so that you can make a realistic household budget – and see where you can save. Why Budget? Household…
1st Apr 2024
So, you’re over 50 and it’s starting to feel like retirement is suddenly round the corner. You may already be thinking about the State Pension you will receive. Certainly things are looking a little better for those who rely on this in retirement. The Chancellor has increased it by 8.5% so that will help a…
26th Mar 2024
When a stock or other asset hits an all-time high, it may be tempting to feel like it’s a bad time to invest. After all, if an asset is flying high surely it’s better to wait until its value falls before diving in? In this article we’re going to explore why investors may still wish…
26th Mar 2024
April is the start of the new tax year and that means a bunch of financial changes ahead. As we roll into the 2024/2025 tax year, we’re going to take a look at every financial change that kicks in this month so you can make sure you’re taking care of your money as efficiently as…
25th Mar 2024
When assets continuously rise during a bull market, nothing is more rewarding for investors. But what causes bull markets? And how do you invest during one? In this article we’re going to take a look at bull markets, identify a major sector that is currently in a bull run, and take a look at how…
19th Mar 2024
If you’ve overpaid tax in the past, HMRC won’t tell you. It’s up to you to find out if you’re due a tax refund! Tax refunds are more common than you think, but not everyone claims what they’re owed. Read on to make sure you don’t miss out. Why tax rebates happen How to get…
