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How to Barbecue on a Budget
The barbecue season is now getting into full swing as we look to make the most of predicted soaring summer temperatures. And what better way to enjoy some summer fun than by bringing family and friends together in an al fresco setting with mouth-wa...
Posted in Budgeting on Sep 18, 2023.
Will Your Mortgage Payments Go Up in 2023?
Mortgage interest rates have a major impact on the cost of buying a home through long-term financing. The rate of interest charged on mortgages fluctuates because lenders are guided by the Bank of England (BoE) base rate. The Monetary Policy Committe...
Posted in Budgeting, Personal Finance on Sep 18, 2023.
How to Transform Your Garden on a Budget
As the warmer weather approaches, many of us will be thinking about making the most of our outdoor space – dragging out the barbecue, inflating the paddling pool, and dusting off sun loungers. The Met Office has predicted 2023 will be hotter than 20...
Are Bad Habits Costing You a Fortune?
Bad habits are easy to develop, usually through stress or boredom. They’re also difficult to break because they become hardwired in our brain as part of everyday life. Many bad habits damage our finances as well as our health. Yet we persist with the...
Smart Strategies for Saving on School Uniforms: 5 Tips for Families
Getting your kids ready for school often comes with its own set of challenges, and one of the top contenders is shopping for school uniforms. As parents, we're always looking for ways to make ends meet without compromising on quality. These savvy tip...
How to land big savings in the airport: maximising your budget before take-off
Booked it, packed it and ready for take off? Read our top tips to make sure that you don’t spend your holiday money before you’ve even got out of the UK. Pack Your Own Snacks and Water Bottles Airport prices can be eyewatering, and you don’t want...
Posted in Budgeting, Personal Finance on Aug 25, 2023.
Have fun with the kids this summer without breaking the budget
With the school summer holidays approaching fast it can be a challenge keeping the kids entertained but being strapped for cash doesn’t mean you have to be short on ideas. There are lots of things to see, do and experience. Here are a few ideas with...
Posted in Budgeting, Personal Finance on Jul 04, 2023.
Tying the knot without tying up your cash
A wedding needs to be a super special day but, as we all know, getting hitched is legendary for being expensive. To help cut the cost, we’ve put together a lean but lovely approach to this milestone event so you can tie the knot without tangling up y...
Posted in Budgeting on Jun 05, 2023.
Seven ways to enjoy a festival-filled summer without breaking the bank
Along with package holidays, family days out and bbqs with friends, festivals are a staple of the UK summer calendar. But this often comes at a cost. According to research by Barclaycard, the average festivalgoer spends a whopping £67 per day on food...
Posted in Budgeting on Jun 05, 2023.
Five Money-Saving Tips To Help You Get Fit For Summer
Looking to get in shape for the summer but don't want to spend a fortune? We've got you covered. You don't need an expensive gym membership or a Peloton subscription to get fit. If you want to transform your body this summer, here are some inexpensiv...
Posted in Budgeting on Jun 05, 2023.