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Budget & Saving

What is a smart meter, and should you upgrade to one with your energy supplier?

Smart meters play a leading role within the domestic energy sector to achieve this, by offering a number of advantages over older mechanical meters.

Utilita

Jun 3, 2021

Budget & Saving

How to pick the best car insurance quote

Buying car insurance can be a daunting task. There are minimum insurance requirements you must meet by law, and the wide selection of products and

George Jurgens

Apr 14, 2021

Budget & Saving

What is in a financial plan?

A financial plan is meant to create a path that, if you stick to it, will lead you to reaching your ultimate financial goals. 

Becca Lipman

Feb 24, 2021

Budget & Saving

50 30 20 rule - how it works

How this handy rule of thumb can help aspiring budgeters determine how much to spend on what.

Araminta Robertson

Jan 29, 2021

Budget & Saving

How to save money fast?

If you need practical tips on how to save money quickly, go no further! We've listed the best tricks to follow when you need that extra bit of cash.

Araminta Robertson

Jan 11, 2021

Budget & Saving

How much should I save each month?

While there is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, we'll help you determine the right amount for you.

Becca Lipman

Dec 17, 2020

Budget & Saving

No money for Christmas? Here’s your survival guide

Follow our tips to have a magical holiday season, even if you have no money for Christmas.

Becca Lipman

Dec 11, 2020

Budget & Saving

How to save money on household bills

Some tips and tricks to help you save money on your utility, broadband and mobile phone bills.

Becca Lipman

Sep 30, 2020

Budget & Saving

The cost of owning a car

A handy guide for first-time car buyers to understand the costs involved in car ownership

Becca Lipman

Sep 28, 2020

Budget & Saving

Budgeting for a pet

If you are considering a furry addition to the family, make sure you consider and budget for the potential costs involved.

Becca Lipman

Sep 2, 2020

Budget & Saving

Making the most of your savings

Here are some quick ways to get the most interest on your money, maximise savings and get the most from your money

Becca Lipman

Aug 26, 2020

Budget & Saving

Emmanuel Asuquo: Budgeting Made Simple

Finance expert Emmanuel Asuquo talks to us about how learning how to budget has helped him to better plan his spending and build his savings.

Emmanuel Asuquo

Aug 25, 2020

Budget & Saving

A guide to ISAs

An Investment Savings Account (ISA) is a tax-free way to invest your money if you are a resident in the UK.

Becca Lipman

Aug 24, 2020

Budget & Saving

How do cashback sites work?

Cashback sites can be an easy way to make some extra money even while you're spending money - but how do they work?

Becca Lipman

Aug 17, 2020

Budget & Saving

What is inflation?

Learn about the pros and cons of inflation, why it matters and how it can affect you in this quick guide to understanding inflation.

Becca Lipman

Aug 5, 2020

Budget & Saving

Planning a staycation on a budget

Staycations can be a fun way to take a break from the usual routine, see unexpected sites and support the local tourist economy.

Becca Lipman

Aug 4, 2020

Budget & Saving

How to set achievable savings goals

We all have financial or savings goals but the path to achieving them can at times be daunting and unclear. Learn how to set, and reach, your goals

Becca Lipman

Jul 28, 2020

Budget & Saving

Practising self-care on a budget

Self-care is important to improve and maintain health & well-being. Here are some easy self-care practices you can incorporate into your everyday life

Becca Lipman

Jul 22, 2020

Budget & Saving

Retail therapy: momentary stress relief with financial consequences

How can a budgeting app help keep track of your spending and break the addictive shopping cycle?

Becca Lipman

Jul 16, 2020

Budget & Saving

Investing on a budget

No matter what you think or have been told, the door is open for literally every adult to invest.

Becca Lipman

Jul 2, 2020

Budget & Saving

Should I invest with a robo advisor?

Robo advisors are on the rise, but what are they and what benefits do they offer?

Becca Lipman

May 25, 2020

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