9th Oct 2023
A host of new investing apps and platforms have sprung up over the past decade or so, and this has meant that gaining exposure to the stock market is no longer a rich person’s game. Yet while buying and selling shares is now easier than ever before, you might think that you need a decent…
5th Oct 2023
It was reported in 2021 that Britons spend an average of £641 per year on take-away. Whilst it is supected this figure has now increased, this is only an average – meaning a huge number of us spend way over that. In fact the joy of eating food, not prepared from home is closer to…
3rd Oct 2023
While you may think Lego is only a kids’ toy, it can be much more than that. A growing number of people buy Lego with the hope that its value increases over time. In other words, these people see buying Lego an investment, similar to buying stocks & shares. In this article, we’re going to…
28th Sep 2023
It’s no secret that many people have been struggling with money recently. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the consequent cost-of-living crisis and huge inflation and mortgage crisis has seen a heartbreaking number of people simply unable to pay their mortgage. Here, we’ll think about a few things that you can do if you’re worried about being…
27th Sep 2023
£1,000,000. Looks good doesn’t it? While it may seem a colossal sum, building a seven figure investment pot is actually quite achievable for the average investor. In this article we’re going to explain how, with a touch of luck, it’s possible to turn £1,000 into a cool £1 million through the art of patience and discipline….
27th Sep 2023
The summer holidays are a distant memory and the children have settled back to school. However, Autumn brings a host of potential pastimes, and here are 20 ideas for frugal family activities. Just because summer is over, it doesn’t mean you have to hibernate yet! Autumn is by far my favourite season. John Keats described…
26th Sep 2023
October’s here and that means summer is officially over! Everyone loves to make money and save money all year round, but it’s always nice to save a little extra in the winter months – especially when Christmas is around the corner. Take a look at our 31 money-saving tips and money-making ideas – one for every…
21st Sep 2023
The UK’s main TV broadcasters are launching Freely: a new digital service to take on streaming giants like Netflix and try and plug dwindling viewing figures. Britain’s public sector broadcasters, including the BBC, ITV and Channel 4, have developed a platform to deliver live TV over broadband, ending the need for an aerial to access…
14th Sep 2023
Make no mistake about it, interest rates on savings accounts have gone through the roof. 12 months ago the top easy-access deal paid a pitiful 0.65% AER variable. Today the top rate pays 5% AER variable (at the time of writing). Meanwhile, we’ve seen UK-based stocks struggle this year, with both the FTSE 100 and 250…
7th Sep 2023
HAIER: Offering smart ways to save money on your laundry To some, laundry can feel like a huge chore – but to others, it’s quite a joy. The smell of fresh, clean clothes, the feeling of a warm blanket fresh from the tumble dryer, and let’s be honest – is there really anything better than…
7th Sep 2023
The facts and figures in this article were correct at the time of publication. With gas and electricity prices set to soar thanks to the current crisis and another cold winter not far away, all of us want to cut our energy costs as much as we can. By making sure your home is properly insulated you…
6th Sep 2023
Taking advantage of short-term swings in the stock market to earn a quick profit. Sounds simple doesn’t it? Yet in reality, day trading is a very tricky art to master. In this article we’re going to explore the ins and outs of day trading, plus we’ll also take a look at some of the risks…
