11th May 2020
Renters don’t have to pay for things like broken boilers – but the costs of renting still add up really fast. From turning your thermostat down a degree to negotiating rent raises, there are tons of ways you can knock the cost of living in rented accommodation down to a more manageable level. Follow these…
8th May 2020
Lockdown is a hard time for everyone, but one good thing about working remotely and non-essential outlets remaining closed is we’re saving money we’d have otherwise spent. The Institute of Fiscal Studies (IFS) deemed this concept “forced savings”. They estimate that UK households normally allocate a quarter of their spending to things now unaccessible or…
1st May 2020
Being without your salary and still having bills to pay and a family to look after is a terrifying thought for anyone. But, there are things you can do now to protect your income and keep yourself and your family going if you were to lose your job. Read on for our seven invaluable ways…
30th Apr 2020
Cash flow is tricky at the best of times for the self-employed – but now more than ever, freelancers and contractors are feeling the pinch. Without the option of furlough to support your income during the coronavirus crisis, and a limited Self-Employed Income Support Scheme, cash flow management is more essential than ever before. Discover…
20th Apr 2020
What can films teach you about money? Movies are made to entertain us, but there are often lessons to be learned from the characters stories. Sometimes the writers and filmmakers go out of their way to make us think or to convey a particular message. This is especially true of films about money. Below is…
9th Apr 2020
Follow these 10 clever grow-your-own ideas and give new life to your garden or window box! Even if you live in a high-rise flat, all you need are some very basic materials you probably have lying around anyway, and a sunny windowsill. Spring is the perfect time to start growing everything from fruit and vegetables…
24th Mar 2020
To give notice or not to give notice? That is the question that many savings accounts users must ask themselves. Notice accounts prevent hasty, spur-of-the-moment spending. But in an emergency, you simply can’t get immediate access to your money.
20th Mar 2020
Growing your own fruit and vegetables is not only a great outdoor activity for you and your family. It also helps you avoid the genetic modification and chemical pesticides often used industrially. You’ll also reduce your carbon footprint. Many of the fruits and vegetables available for purchase in supermarkets are imported and then shipped around…
20th Mar 2020
Have you ever thought you could go meat-free if only for a while? The number of vegans and vegetarians is on the increase as more people are becoming aware of the massive benefits this lifestyle change can bring. Unsure if you’ve got the staying power to go meat-free? See if you can join celebrities like…
19th Mar 2020
Like a bargain? Excited by the idea of buying and selling collectable antiques? Already enjoy browsing specialist forums and scouring eBay? Then buying and selling second-hand watches could be for you. We’re going to give you a shortlist of the most important things you need to know about buying and selling second-hand watches. Then we’re…
17th Mar 2020
Guest article from unbiased.co.uk, the UK’s number one site for people seeking professional advisers writes about why you need a financial health check. You should never ignore those little aches and pains – they can quickly turn into something more serious. And what’s true of your physical health is just as true for your…
13th Mar 2020
Wouldn’t it be amazing to make money being nosey? Well – you can. So it’s time to put your natural curiosity to use. To get you started, here’re five funky ways of topping up the piggy bank. Write to magazines Be a journalist Be a private eye Become a competitive-intelligence researcher Ask others how they…
