After rent or mortgage, your car is probably the biggest consumer of your cash. It doesn’t matter whether it’s a rackety run-around or a sleek saloon, keeping it on the road is a major expense with rising fuel prices, car insurance, tax, maintenance, servicing and MOT. Here are five quick wins to help put the…
The time has come for you to move out of your rented property. You might be tempted to gather up your gear, say your goodbyes and go. If you leave without a backwards glance, chances are you’re going to walk away from your deposit. Here are some quick tips to make sure you get your…
Energy efficiency isn’t just about saving the planet – which is a very hot topic. It’s also about saving money, which is an incredibly cool thing to do. Creating a more energy efficient home is not that difficult, and the good news is, you don’t have to do it all at once. You can just…
For sale: Your dream car. Comes complete with full service history and insurance costs that will take a big chunk out of your driving budget. Insuring your car is an absolute necessity. But, if you’re not careful, it can be an expensive essential for getting behind the wheel of your new motor. Check out these…
When you start looking round for a new home, there are plenty of important questions that need answering. Such as: ‘Is there enough room for a pool table / 62 pairs of shoes?’; ‘Do the neighbours like rap music?’; Or ‘How far away is the nearest pub?’ But the two you need to address first…
Mobile and broadband Companies are currently introducing mid-contract price hikes of up to 8.8%. Currently they’re allowed to do this, but it looks like regulators will be putting a stop to this soon. Big names like BT, EE, Plusnet, Shell Energy, TalkTalk, Virgin Media and Vodafone adjust their prices every April in line with the…
Falling into debt can be very overwhelming, especially if you’re faced with a few different types of debt. For this reason, when it comes to getting yourself out of the financial predicament you find yourself in, understanding the distinction between priority and non-priority debts is crucial. In this guide, we explain what priority and non-priority…
What Happens to Debt When You Die? Discover what happens to debt after death. From credit cards to joint liabilities, MoneyPlus explores how debts are handled posthumously. It’s common knowledge that debt can act as a huge weight on an individual’s shoulders during their lifetime. However, have you ever stopped to think about the stress…
Subscription services can often be a good way to streamline costs and get some monthly comforts to make the start of every month a little more exciting. Still, subscription services can sometimes get out of hand and before you know it, a huge chunk of your pay check can disappear in the blink of an…
What is Debt Awareness Week and why is it important? Debt Awareness Week is a yearly event put together by StepChange Debt Charity which aims to raise awareness on issues related to debt. Its main purpose is to motivate those struggling with debt to get help as soon as possible. By doing so, it could…
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has confirmed a 2p reduction in National Insurance during his Budget speech to members of Parliament. This announcement comes as part of the final budget before the anticipated general election later this year. The budget introduces a series of steps designed to assist families facing financial challenges, such as freezing fuel duty…
Individual Voluntary Arrangements (IVAs) typically take between five and six years to complete. When you first enter into your IVA, the end of the tunnel can feel a lifetime away. However, the truth is, if you stick to your IVA terms and conditions, time can fly by. That’s why it can be helpful to know…