Money Management
13 Apr 2022
Money Management
25 Mar 2022
Don’t forget to take your gas and electricity meter readings on 31 March!
Make sure you put a date in your diary for National Meter Reading Day on 31 March. The OFGEM energy price cap is increasing on 1 April. If you pay for your energy by direct debit, it’s important you submit…
Money Management
14 Mar 2022
Top tips to keep your home warm and reduce your energy bills
Living costs are rising and we know this is a real worry for a lot of people, particularly when it comes to rising energy prices. We’ve compiled some top tips to help you make your home more energy efficient and…
Money Management
11 Mar 2022
Ten tips for cutting your energy bill
A lot of households are finding their money is being stretched due to increasing living costs and soaring energy prices. There are some simple changes you can make to your daily activities though which could save you a lot of…
Money Management
11 Mar 2022
Spring cleaning your finances doesn’t have to be a chore!
Spring is the season of new beginnings! For many of us, this means embracing tradition with a good clear out and spring clean – but knowing where to start can be overwhelming. Instead of tackling everything at once, try doing…
Money Management
4 Mar 2022
What to do if you’re a student worried about your finances
Many people who find themselves in financial difficulty start with small, manageable amounts of credit that quickly get out of control. So, what happens if you’re already in debt and need some extra help? We appreciate being in debt can…
Money Management
23 Feb 2022
Where to get advice about rising energy costs
Money Management
6 Jan 2022
Look after your mental, physical and financial wellbeing this year
It’s another New Year, and many of us will be scratching our heads trying to think of New Year’s Resolutions that we can keep. This year don’t pick a big resolution, instead make small lifestyle changes that make you feel…
Money Management
21 Dec 2021
New Year? New You? New Budget!
Happy New Year! We’re here to support you with your New Year’s resolution. Whether you’re going to be saving money by quitting smoking or by eating healthier, we can help you make a budget to achieve your goals.
Money Management
2 Sep 2021
Teaching children about money management
In this blog, we provide tips on how we can start having conversations with young people about their financial futures - and better prepare them for adulthood.
Money Management
12 Aug 2021
Summer holidays on a budget
Whether you’re planning to take a trip or stay closer to home, the key to planning how to spend your summer holidays is to manage your budget and do some research on what’s affordable for your family.
Money Management
30 Apr 2021
Seven Ways to Shop Safely Online
Have you ever ordered your dream outfit online, but it arrives at your house looking completely different? Or, even worse – it never turned up at all? While we’ve probably all experienced an online shopping disappointment, did you know that…
Money Management
16 Mar 2021
Top financial tips for self-employed workers
The recent budget announcement was highly anticipated by millions up and down the country, including self-employed workers who found out that the Self-employed Income Support Scheme (SEISS) would remain in place and provide two further grants to help cover average…
Money Management
18 Nov 2020
Winter Financial Wellbeing
Money Management
16 Jun 2020
How to tackle gambling in football today
After a long break due to coronavirus, competitive top-flight football in England is back on our screens. From Wednesday 17th June, there will be at least 8,280 minutes of Premier League football played across the remaining 92 games, and every…
Money Management
24 Mar 2020
Coronavirus and fraud
It’s encouraging to see that the majority of our society is pulling together during this difficult time, listening to the scientific advice set out by the government and helping each other where we can. Unfortunately, there will always be a…
Money Management
13 Feb 2020
5 things to do if you’re in persistent debt
You might’ve heard the phrase ‘persistent debt’ in the news recently, and with good reason.In a move designed to help borrowers avoid paying large amounts of money in interest and charges, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has recently warned lenders…
Money Management
16 Jan 2020
How to Save Money on Household Bills
This is a guest blog on how to save money on household bills from Compare The Market.Sometimes it can be difficult to avoid debt if your expenditures are greater than your income but making small changes to your lifestyle and…
Competitions
13 Dec 2019
How to Save Money This Christmas & Avoid the Debt Hangover in 2020
Christmas is a time when spending can easily get out of control. Even if you haven’t been extravagant, it takes a lot of planning and budgeting to avoid the January Christmas debt hangover. In January last year, around 7.9 million people…
Money Management
15 Oct 2019
How Do You Get a Car on Finance?
If you’re unable to fund buying a car outright, you may instead look to financing one instead. There are many different types of car finance, so it’s important to consider all your options before getting into an agreement you may…