You might be drawn to the idea of trading and investing, but actually jumping in might make you feel a little more hesitant. Imagining your investments coming good is fun, but the thought that they might fail is definitely not something that fills you with joy. Investing and trading are certainly not without their risks … Read more
Let’s face it we would all like more money, but it isn’t that simple as just wanting it. You don’t want to work yourself into the ground and want to still have spare time to enjoy life. So looking to cut costs and save money elsewhere is a great way to go. There are so … Read more
If there were a magical “get out of debt free” card, it’s likely most of the Americans owning $807 billion across more than 500 million credit accounts would all jump at the chance for a clean slate. However, as we all know, getting into debt tends to be much easier than getting out of it. … Read more
If you are planning to go to university, or are the parent of a potential or soon-to-be uni student, here are some useful financial planning tips for students… Find Affordable Accommodation One of the big outlays as a student is your accommodation; you need somewhere to live that gives you the best conditions to study … Read more
Spring arrives around three months after the new year. In April there is the end of the tax year and the end of the first quarter for most businesses. This makes it the ideal time to review your personal finances and get them fighting fit for the coming months. A financial health check like this … Read more
Everyone knows that investing money can be a good idea, but this field can be a lot more daunting than you expect when you first approach it. There is a lot to learn before you can choose which investment route you want to go down, with loads of big choices to be made along the … Read more
Given the uncertain times we live in, it is understandable that many out there will be seeking some extra stability. What this looks like will differ from household-to-household, but some out there could well be looking at their financial situation and asking a question that many have asked themselves over the years: “is getting a … Read more
Buying a house or any property can be a dream come true. It is, mostly accompanied by a lot of excitement that could be dangerous if not tamed. Out of the pure joy and adrenaline rush of owning a house, most buyers’ judgement tends to be clouded by emotions and end up making costly mistakes. … Read more
Mortgages are a daunting prospect for many. Given that it’s likely to be the biggest expense that the majority of us are ever going to make in our lives, it’s no surprise that buying a home isn’t cheap. However, that doesn’t mean that you have no wiggle room to control the costs at all. Here, … Read more