Money Management
16 Jan 2020
Living in Debt
3 Dec 2019
5 Ways to Make Christmas More Affordable
Christmas might still be six weeks away but it is an expensive time of year - a time when a lot of people start to feel overwhelmed by the costs and turn to credit for help. This week's blog post…
Money Saving Ideas
26 Nov 2019
Cheap holiday ideas for 2020
Going back to work and facing reality again after some time off at Christmas can give even the most positive person cause to feel a bit down. It’s understandable, then, that the months after Christmas are some of the most…
Money Saving Ideas
26 Nov 2019
How to budget in 2020
The new year symbolizes a fresh start and a chance to make changes in your life. You may feel the pinch after a period of heavy Christmas spending, and, given the current financial and political climate, it’s easy to be…
Debt Facts
14 Nov 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
8 Oct 2019
Stag do’s don’t have to be dear
Waving goodbye to one of your comrades as they take the well-trodden walk into matrimony can be a difficult experience, with the prospect of frequent 4am finishes and afternoons organised around Soccer Saturday firmly becoming a thing of the past.…
Money Saving Ideas
18 Jun 2019
Get to Grips With Your Food Shop
Money Saving Ideas
6 Jun 2019
5 Money Saving Tips to Help Your Budget
House prices are on the rise, the increasing cost of living is showing no sign of slowing down. Now is a good a time as any to be making cutbacks, so here’s 5 money saving tips to help your budget…
Money Saving Ideas
20 May 2019
Top 5 Tips to Save Energy at Home
According to the UK’s energy regulator, the average household spent around £1123 a year on both gas & electricity in 2017(most recent estimate). In addition, energy bills are likely to rise by more than £100 for 15m households. Coupled with…
Living in Debt
25 Mar 2019
How to Get Out of Debt and Spring Clean Your Finances
The January blues have subsided and the sun is coming out. The temptation to loosen the belt and relax your spending habits is undeniable. Here at PayPlan we’ve put together a list of financial top tips for creating and staying…
Money Management
18 Jan 2019
Consolidating credit card debt – our top 5 tips
Feeling blue after getting into the red over the festive period? Fear not, there are lots of things you can do about problem credit card debt to get you back on the path to financial freedom in 2019.Assess your situationThe…
In other news
11 Jan 2019
Big Energy Saving Week – how could you save money on bills?
What is Big Energy Saving Week?Big Energy Saving Week (BESW) is a national partnership campaign aimed at helping people to understand their energy use and get cheaper energy bills. BESW offers helpful links to compare energy bills, as well as…
Money Saving Ideas
3 Jan 2019
Dry January: reduce alcohol & increase your bank balance!
A survey from Experian found that the average Briton spends over 0 on alcohol, food and drink for Christmas. This total includes an average £53 spend on topping up the drinks cabinet at home! Dry January may be just the…
Money Saving Ideas
20 Dec 2018
Your Guide to Boxing Day Leftovers
Money Saving Ideas
2 Aug 2018
Money Saving Tips for Pet Owners
Being a pet owner is a big responsibility, and it takes a lot to decide if you are able to take on the challenge. Alongside providing endless love, affection and entertainment, your pets can also be a financial burden, with…
Money Saving Ideas
6 Jul 2018
Ways to save the environment and save money!
There is a lot in the news at the moment about how we are all using too much plastic and the need to cut down in order to save our oceans and the planet. You may think that cutting down…
Money Saving Ideas
8 Feb 2018
Six Tips for Saving Money During Half Term
Today our guest blog is from Charli, who writes over at One Wage Family, here she gives us her top tips for saving money with the kids over half term! Another half term is nearly upon us and that means…
Money Saving Ideas
13 Nov 2017
How to save money on food bills this festive season
With the festive season nearly upon us, and with one of the biggest expenses over the season down to the food we indulge in, so we’ve decided to write up a few ideas on how to cut the food bill…
Money Saving Ideas
31 Oct 2017
A Healthy Holiday On A Healthy Budget
As the nights draw in, the temptation to get away on holiday can be irresistible. While a week of winter sun may be out of the question, there are still plenty of ways to bag yourself a few days away…
Money Saving Ideas
20 Oct 2017
Halloween Tips That Won’t Scare Your Bank Balance
With Halloween creeping up on us, it is time to start thinking about how to get yourself, and your home, dressed up and in the ghoulish spirit.