Saving smartly, spending wisely, living splendidly
The festive time of year is here again, and with it the immense amount of payments we must make to have a good time. From gifts to food to parties, all of these will add up over time. That’s right; it’s not a matter of if, it’s a matter of when. It’s […]
If you’re one of the 33% of Britons expecting to borrow to pay for the cost of Christmas, these Christmas shopping tips could get you back on track. Borrowing money isn’t always bad for your credit score, but if you’d rather start 2018 with a clean slate, then you’ll need to think […]
Smoking: it is addictive, it is hard to give up and it is expensive. We all know it is bad for our health and bad for our pockets, yet so many of us continue. There are so many methods available to help you quit the habit and they are conveniently available too, […]
One of the hardest things to do is live on a budget. Life is so full of places to go, foods to eat and things to see that the idea of having to curb the fun to keep living can often feel, well, depressing. Worse than that? Being in a position where you […]
When you’re tired of staring at the same dull walls, you’re in for two options; fix it or move somewhere else. The only problem is that both options tend to cost money, take time, and fail to satisfy your need for change right away – we want a luxurious-looking home, and we want […]
When it comes to budgeting and managing money, most people would rather ignore their mounting troubles than face them head-on. With this area being so complicated, along with most people wanting to keep it private, it can be very hard to make the time for it. But, of course, this sort of […]
Certain expenses in life are absolutely non-negotiable. Even after you’ve looked through all your discretionary spending, how do you go further and make savings on essential spending as well? One of the most tempting expenses to cut back on can be those insurance payments, but if the worst does happen, you need […]
It might seem like Christmas is still a long way off, but that’s never the case. By the time the year rounds the corner into fall, the festive season is bearing down on us. It will only be a matter of time before you hear carols being sung at the mall and it’s […]
When you’ve worked hard to get where you are, scrambled together your savings, and finally made it possible to jet off to somewhere more exotic, it would be nice to have a bit left when you return. Although most people like travelling, those who truly love it find ways to explore the […]
As a driver, you can probably attest to the fact that nothing comes cheap in regards to your car. Whether it’s filling your car up, fixing your car or insuring your car, it always seems as if you’re shelling out money for it, right? But there are ways to cut down on […]