Saving money on your energy bills – gas and electric meters explained
With energy prices set to increase again in January, we’re all doing anything we can to use less gas and electricity in our homes, but there may be other ways you can save money.Knowing what type of meter you have…
A guide to responsible shopping ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are two of the biggest shopping events of the year.With seemingly big discounts and exclusive deals, most of us are tempted to head out to the shops or scroll through the sales from our phones,…
Tips to help you save money this Christmas
Christmas is a time for joy, togetherness, and celebration.However, it’s all too easy to get caught up in the festivities and find yourself overspending, leading to financial stress that can linger long after the decorations are put away.At PayPlan, we…
Ways to save on your energy bills this winter
The average medium-sized UK household spends around £152 per month, or £1,834 per year on their combined gas and electricity bills – and this presents some real opportunities to make a saving.And with the colder temperatures hitting, many of us…
How can UK Savings Week help you start building a better future?
What is UK Savings Week?UK Savings Week was launched in 2022 and is supported by The Buildings Society Association, the trade body of UK building societies and seven large credit unions. The idea behind the week is to raise awareness…
How to save money this summer holidays
Ten tips to help you get through the summer on a budget!
The summer can be a stressful time – but there are ways to enjoy yourself on a budget, even during a cost-of-living crisis. Whether it’s a day out in the sun or a rainy day at home inside, with a…
It’s beginning to cost a lot like Christmas…have your presence be the present this year!
It’s difficult to think of what to buy people for Christmas gifts, especially when you’re on a budget. But setting a limit and sticking to your budget will make Christmas just as special without having the worry of the credit…
We hope Yule like our Christmas dinner ideas!
Supermarkets are busy; turkeys are flying off the shelves and you can’t decide how many sprouts to get for Christmas dinner. But did you know that as a nation we spend £4.7 billion on Christmas food every year, with the…
Decorate this Christmas on a budget
How can you make your home festive on a budget? Here are some ways you can create a bit of Christmas sparkle in your home this year – without busting your budget.
What’s your Christmas budget?
You don’t have to break the bank to enjoy yourself this Christmas. In the first of our Christmas blogs, here are our top tips on how to save money, whilst still having lots of festive fun!
Cut the cost of Halloween – devilish ideas for the kids
Read these top tips about celebrating Halloween on a budget, without compromising any of the fun…
Ways to exercise and keep fit for free
Save the pennies and the environment!
We’ve come up with a useful list of hints and tips of how going plastic-free can help you to save money too!
The Best Things in Life Are Free
This year’s theme for #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek is all about connecting with nature. When you consider that more than six in ten adults say the great outdoors has had a positive impact on their mental health – it’s no surprise! So, what’s…
Five Ways to Go Green & Save Money
To celebrate #EarthDay21, we’re looking at five ways you can save money, while saving the planet… Going green isn’t just about giving up meat and plane travel. It’s an approach; a lifestyle choice geared towards reducing, reusing and – you…
From one budget, to another
The 2021 Budget is a time for government to set out their spending plans for the year ahead. But, much like the rest of the year, the nation’s ongoing health and finances crisis is likely to take centre stage.So, to…
Avoiding The New Year Debt Hangover
Jane Clack, Money Advice Consultant at PayPlan, shares her best tips and tricks to help you avoid the dreaded New Year debt hangover… It’s safe to say that 2020 hasn’t been easy for any of us, but there’s light at…
Your Guide to Saving Money at Lunchtime
One of the UK’s top money saving brands, vouchercloud, discovered that making lunch at home could save you around £1,300 a year.Their survey revealed that 62% of British workers chose to purchase their lunch during the week, costing over £1,800…