Tag: money
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What’s in and what’s out in personal finance in 2023?
New Year, new finances? While the basics never change, it doesn’t hurt to give yourself a financial makeover every now and then. The New Year gives us the perfect opportunity to do just that. But what’s in and what’s out in personal finance in 2023? And how will this influence your financial makeover? I’ve seen…
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What the 2022 Autumn Statement means for you
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has outlined his plans for the UK’s taxation and spending in the 2022 Autumn Statement. In short, it’s not good news for your personal finances. However, it’s important to be aware of the key changes announced and make sure you are as prepared as possible. We may all end up paying more…
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Foodbank Advent 2022 – Help those in need this Christmas
We all know about, and probably have, Advent calendars. But less of us have probably considered a reverse advent calendar. This year, I’m changing that and will be taking part in Foodbank Advent for the first time. But this is not a new concept. 2022 will be the sixth year the UK money blogging community…
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What the mini budget u-turn means for your personal finances
Since I first published this post – just three weeks ago – the government has u-turned on pretty much every proposal detailed below in the mini budget. The new UK government has unveiled its economic plans to help the country recover financially. The mini budget u-turn will likely impact most of us. But, what does…
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Student money worries surge – how to cope
Students have recently received their A Level results and are now planning to make the move to university in the next month. While existing students are coming to the end of their summer break and will be returning to university soon. What is meant to be an exciting time is being usurped by fears. Student…