Getting Started With Matched Betting
Matched betting sounds like gambling, but in reality, it's a much safer way to make a small amount of secondary income. You'll still be placing bets, however the system you use will ensure that your losses are covered regardless of the outcome. It won't bring in...
Planning the Perfect UK Holiday
Holidays abroad are looking a little less desirable this year, but that doesn't mean you can't get away from it all for a few days. A family vacation or romantic retreat can be just as fun and relaxing right here in the UK. You'll save money, get to explore new parts...
Using the Government Gateway to Understand Your Finances
From benefits to the state pension, a lot of us rely on the government for at least part of our income. There's also tax to think about: most of us are obliged to pay money back to the state. What you may not know is that the government has developed a handy online...
Split the Bill: How to Manage Money With Friends
Getting together with friends for a big event or a group purchase can be a great way to manage costs and do something as a community. Even with the best intentions, though, managing all of that money can become a bit of a pain. That's when you need to turn to a handy...
How Much Should You Be Spending On Food?
Budgeting for your weekly food shop is important, since it allows you to manage your income more effectively and avoid coming up short towards the end of the month. However it can be difficult to understand exactly how much you should be spending – particularly if...
Four Tips to Help Small Businesses Adapt to COVID-19
We've now been in lockdown for several weeks, and businesses across the country have had to close their doors or adapt to radically new ways of operating. It's likely to be a long time before things can return to the way they were, so it's time for entrepreneurs to...
How Personal Brand Affects Your Business
The recent news that Elon Musk managed to wipe $14billion from Tesla's value by tweeting a personal opinion that the share prices were 'too high' may not be hugely surprising – it's hardly the first time that eccentric social media activity from Tesla's founder has...
Access to Cash If You Can’t Leave the House
Thanks to the post office's decision to extend their 'Payout Now' cash access scheme, people who are currently housebound – whether because they are self-isolating or for any other reason – may be able to get access to cash. While the majority of transactions can be...
Companies Issue COVID-19 Scam Warnings
Businesses have been raising the alarm bells about scammers taking advantage of the COVID-19 outbreak to try and fleece some money out of concerned members of the public. It is important to remain on the look out for fraud and other kinds of scam – particularly at...
Top Tips for Buying a Used Car
Buying a used car can be a great way to get the costs down if you're in need of a new motor. You'll pay a lot less, and if you know what to look for then you can still get a car that runs well and lasts a good while. In many cases, buying a used car means that you can...