Where to find extra support with household, healthcare, legal and funeral costs

In our previous ‘What you could be entitled to’ blogs, we’ve referred to specific benefits you could be receiving, but there are other costs you could get help with too. We’ve put together a summary of the support you could…

Financial support for help with home and utilities costs

Whether you’re a homeowner or a tenant, it’s important to know what support is out there to help you if you’re struggling financially. This blog takes a look at some of the areas you could look into if you feel…

Available support if you’re struggling with debt and mental health

When we speak to clients, they often say that making that first step to contact us is the hardest, but once they have, they start to feel like a weight has been lifted from their shoulders. There’s also lot of…

All about Universal Credit and whether you’re entitled to claim

There are several benefits which you could be entitled to so it’s worth checking your eligibility. We've put together an outline of Universal Credit and the different elements you could be entitled to.

Available financial support for carers and those they care for

Statistics from Carers UK show that one in eight adults in the UK – around 6.5 million people – are carers, and every day another 6,000 people take on a caring responsibility. Even if you support someone but don’t really…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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.

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.

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.

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…

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…

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…