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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

The last few years have caused a lot of upheaval to everyday finances, and unfortunately this seems set to continue as we face a new cost of living crisis and rising energy bills. The good news is, if you’re worried…

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

If this year has taught us anything, it’s to plan for the unexpected. At PayPlan, we’ve put together our top tips for looking after your financial wellbeing this Winter. Financial wellbeing isn’t just about what we spend, but it’s also…

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 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…

Money Management 15 Oct 2019

How to protect yourself financially in a separation

It’s likely not going to be the first thing on your mind post-separation, but sorting out your financial situation quickly is essential after a breakup. If your separation didn’t happen under the best terms, acting quickly will give you the…

Money Management 9 Oct 2019

Redundancy Pay: What Are You Entitled To?

Redundancy is defined as an employer terminating a job role. This is usually done either because the job is no longer needed, or the employer needs to trim down the workforce. Being made redundant is often overwhelming. That’s why we’re…