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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

GET TO GRIPS WITH YOUR FOOD SHOP The chances are, food shopping accounts for a large chunk of your household spending. Of course, everyone has to eat – but right now you might be shelling out much more than you…

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…

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

Christmas is a time for family, friends and food. We Brits love a Christmas dinner, but we’re also keen on Boxing Day leftovers…or are we?It’d be so easy to go out after Christmas, and dine in pubs and restaurants, but…

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 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 13 Oct 2017

Switching Bank Accounts: The Best Perks and Freebies

While the practice of switching providers to reduce your energy bills or mobile phone costs is well documented and commonly used, one easy money hack that is less commonly used is the process of switching bank accounts. There is always…

Money Saving Ideas 11 Oct 2017

Keep The Kids Entertained This October Half-Term

It only seems like five minutes ago since the summer holidays, but we’re now fast approaching the half-term break. Although we love spending time with the kids, even a week off can prove pricey when you take into account childcare,…

Money Saving Ideas 3 Oct 2017

Buy to Save: The Purchases That Keep You Quids In

While we’re not encouraging you to go out and splash the cash, there are times when a little investment really pays off. Those of us on a budget know that a big supermarket shop is less expensive than multiple trips…