The energy bill drops onto the doormat and that heated argument kicks off again about how much it costs to leave that light on all night, who forgot to turn the TV off, the central heating being on too long, the hair straighteners draining the national grid. Every time we leave an appliance turned on…
Should You Switch Energy Provider? You’ve been with the same energy provider for years. Although you’re not going to invite them around for a beer any time soon, it would feel a bit disloyal to dump them. Gas and electricity are always there when you need it and as to the cost… it’s the same…
We spend a lot of moolah on our mobiles. There are so many models, networks and contracts to choose from these days, it’s difficult to know if we’re getting ripped off. Factor in minutes, messaging, memory, data, overseas tariffs and a very nice phone cover (no-brainer), and chances are you’re parting with a lot of…
Water. Turn on the tap, and like magic, it’s there. A brew, a bath, a shower, clean clothes and dishes… we all take it a bit for granted really. But, how much is it costing, and could we save money? Reduce your bill and your impact on the planet with these water-saving tips: Consider a…
Could Direct Debits Lower Your Energy Bills? Setting up a direct debit can feel a bit like signing your life – or at least your wages – away. It’s yet another chunk of money going out of your bank account each month before you’ve even had time to touch it. But, it might help soften…
It’s a common question that often fuels a heated debate: Should you shell out for Shell or plump for the cheapest prices at the pumps? Some motorists believe that branded petrol and diesel such as Shell, Esso and BP are a higher quality than what’s available at supermarkets such as Morrisons, Tesco or Asda. …
Some things sound good in theory. Like moving all your debt from one place to another with lower interest rates and smaller repayments each month. Balance transfers can be a good thing. They’re simply the act of moving a debt (usually a credit card) from one account to another. Interest rates of 0% are usually…
If you’re stressed out about money – and let’s face it, who isn’t? – borrowing a small sum of money for a short amount of time can seem like the perfect answer. A payday loan is more or less self-explanatory. You borrow some cash and pay the full chunk back on your next payday. But,…
Money might not be able to buy you happiness, but these interesting facts might make you smile.
The best ideas are always the simplest. The ‘Why didn’t I think of that?’ kind of stuff that could’ve transformed you into a multi-millionaire if only you’d have thought of it…Which you didn’t. But these (very rich) people did:
10 – Books About Making Money Here’re some of the best books about making dosh. Some are old, some are new. All have received great reviews, presumably from people with a lot of money… They don’t come with any guarantees or fresh, crisp tenners between the pages, but it can’t hurt anything, other than your…
Walk down the cleaning aisle of any supermarket and chances are, you’ll find someone reading the back of a bottle or a box. There are so many products proclaiming to do so many things, it can be difficult to know what to buy. Problem is, they all come at a hefty price. If cleanliness is…