It’s never too late to change your life; Make some positive changes today!
Whatever stage of life you are at, and whatever your circumstances, there are most probably times when you wish things were different? Especially if you reflect back on past decisions and wonder “what if?”. What if you had made different choices and taken your life in another direction very far from where it is now? […]
Do smart meters really save money on energy bills?
Smart meters sound like a great idea. They calculate the exact amount of electricity or gas you use, so your energy bills should be accurate without you having to submit readings. They also enable you to see exactly how energy is being used for every domestic activity, so you are better able to keep on […]
What is the idea behind emergency alerts?
At 15:00 on Sunday 23rd April, the majority of smartphones across the UK emitted a strange loud siren-like sound. This went on for around 10 seconds. Fortunately most people were aware that it was in fact a test of the government’s Emergency Alert system. But do you know what is the idea behind this system […]
Top summer holiday ideas on a budget for summer 2023
The long school summer holidays are drawing ever nearer, and the big question on everyone’s lips is “where are you going on holiday this year?”. It has become a bit of an expectation in western society that we will have a summer holiday every year. And if you don’t have some kind of summer holiday […]
How is free childcare changing and how will it affect you?
If you are a working parent, you will be only too aware of the cost of childcare in the UK. In many cases, this cost absorbs most of the money you earn from working. Whilst the cost of childcare depends on the age of the child, the number of hours and the type of care […]
Are you missing out on cheap(er) broadband?
According to a new report by Ofcom – the communications regulator – millions of families are missing out on cheap broadband deals
What would you do if you suddenly had *a lot* of money?
Do you ever wonder what you would do if you suddenly came into some money? Whether it’s winning the lottery, a Premium Bond prize, an unexpected inheritance or any other possibility, it could be life changing. Let’s face it – it’s probably not going to happen. Take the lottery for example. For UK Lotto, the […]
Make the Coronation a once in a lifetime experience!
So much has changed in a year. This time last year, we were preparing to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee over the first weekend in June. And less than a year later, we are getting ready for the Coronation of King Charles III this weekend. In this article we explain what is happening when, […]
How to make money selling old stuff you simply don’t need
Many people have To Do lists. And the problem is that these lists seem to get longer and longer. So much so, that perhaps you end up with lists of lists, just to keep on top of everything! But two of the most common tasks on many To Do lists are related to sorting out […]
