Category: Money tips
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Why society’s most vulnerable need a money health check
“There’s a perfect storm brewing,” Jeff Mitchell, chief executive of Clean Slate, warned. In May, 4 million people in the UK had already fallen behind by at least one bill payment and the situation is primed to worsen in the coming months. This is why now, more than ever, a money health check is so…
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How to survive and thrive in a recession
The UK is officially in a recession for the first time in 11 years. Not only are we now in a recession, we are in the “largest recession on record” according to the ONS. But is it possible to thrive in a recession? This post aims to give you the tools to not just survive…
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August spending diary – Bulls’ penises and Eat Out to Help Out
Money is such a taboo topic for most people, but it shouldn’t be. In order to practice what I preach and be more transparent myself, I have kept a spending diary for the past week. Here I have detailed every purchase I have made, along with some explanations and (hopefully) useful commentary. I’m going to…
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How to travel on a budget during a global pandemic
When asked what people value most and want to spend their money on travel nearly always tops the list. But it doesn’t have to break the bank and it is possible to travel on a budget, even during a global pandemic. Searches for holidays have increased significantly while travel has been restricted, making this a…
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How to live well on a budget
This is first and foremost a personal finance blog, so why am I talking about physical health you may ask. Well, physical and mental health are both linked to your financial health. And what’s the point in having all the money in the world if you don’t have the health to enjoy it? Therefore, this…
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5 ways to make your finances more sustainable
There’s no denying that the world is currently in the middle of a climate crisis. In fact, one leading energy expert recently said we only have six months to change the course of the climate crisis. That’s why we should all consider making our finances more sustainable. Fatih Birol, executive director of the International Energy…
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Three reasons why you need a Will even if your bank balance is near zero
Death is not a subject many young people contemplate much and nor should they. But as it is one of life’s few certainties, it is important to make sure certain provisions have been made. This post will explain why you need a will, regardless of your age or bank balance. This is really important as…