How the new rules on Winter Fuel Payment affect you
One of the changes recently announced by the new Labour government is the removal of Winter Fuel Payment from many pensioners. But will this affect you? In this article we look at: What is the Winter Fuel Payment? Who is still eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment? How to claim Winter Fuel Payment Is there […]
When will you be able to afford to retire?
Back to School is here and, if you have been able to take any time off this summer, there’s also very much the feeling of Back to Work. Many of us really enjoy taking time off, and begin to wonder how we have time to work! Which gets us thinking ahead to the day when […]
Improve your life in just twenty minutes a day
The new school year always feels like time for a new start, even if it’s years since you were actually at school yourself. And perhaps there are things that you have always wanted to do but have just never got round to? The problem is that life just seems to get busier and busier, and […]
Could taking on another loan help you get out of debt?
If you are struggling with debt, it is an ongoing battle. You have to keep up with all the debt repayments, and constantly juggle money around to try and keep up. Which often means that there is not enough money to pay for something else that you need, so you end up borrowing and owing […]
Keep your home cool in the heat, and warm in the cold
Ah the good old British weather! Over the last few weeks we’ve experienced a complete mixture, including torrential rain, dramatic thunderstorms,
Five ways to save money on Back to School
The summer holidays are flying past, and before you know it, it will be Back to School all over again. No matter how carefully you plan, there always seems to be so much to do at the last minute. Which also means so much money to find to pay for everything. And if you have […]
How to have a dream wedding without a nightmare bill
So the time has come when you have finally decided to tie the knot! And now you have a wedding to plan. You may have a very clear vision of how you want your wedding to be. Perhaps it’s something you have dreamed of since being knee high. On the other hand, the exact details […]
Are cashback sites really worth the effort?
We all know people who are good with money. And one thing you may have heard them mention is cashback sites. But what exactly is a cashback site? How easy are they to use? And is it really worth the effort? In this article we take a look at: What is a cashback site? How […]
Ten (important) tips to protect your money online
How safe is it to manage and spend money online? Unfortunately there are a lot of unscrupulous people out there, ready to scam and take advantage of others. Regular readers will remember our series of articles on Stop the Scammers. Topics we covered included: Calls impersonating businesses Scam texts Phishing emails Fake websites Mobile phone […]
