Dealing with debt: 5 things you should know 1) There are sources like Money helper for free debt advice and services. You can find out more by contacting Money Helper on www.moneyhelper.org.uk or 0300 500 5000 (8-8 Monday to Friday, 9-1 on Saturday). 2) You should have been advised on all the options for dealing with…
Doing the weekly food shop rarely comes with many surprises, but over the last few months, many got an unwelcome shock when their usual weekly shop came with an unusual price tag. Food bills are predicted to rise by £454 this year, higher than previous predictions. Back in April, researchers at Kantar estimated that the…
Tips for paying your priority bills in 2024 With rising living costs, it’s becoming harder to keep up with household bills. As costs put a squeeze on household finances, paying your priority bills has become the main financial goal of 2024. What are priority bills? Priority bills are those that carry the most serious consequences…
Hot Tips to Cut the Cost of Cooking If you’ve ever looked in your freezer and discovered a UFO (Unidentified Frozen Object), or defrosted a steak and kidney pie only to discover (after you’ve poured gravy on it) that it contains apple, then you might benefit from being a little more organised in the kitchen.…
Top Tips on Train Split Ticketing You’re travelling by train. You buy a ticket, moan a bit about the cost, job done. Instead of buying one ticket and having a whinge about how much wedge you’ve had to hand over, what about buying two, or even three, tickets for the same journey and saving money?…
10 Things to Help You Afford That Summer Holiday You can admit it: summer goal number one is to earn your tan back, but if you don’t start saving early there’ll be nothing to burn in the bank. Here’s 10 tips to save for your next getaway. Feed the pig At the end of each…
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…
Receiving a court letter for unpaid debt can be worrying – especially if you’re unsure what it means or what you’re expected to do. If you’ve been sent a CCJ letter in the UK or another official notice, it’s important to act quickly. Ignoring a debt letter from court can make things worse, but the…
If you’ve been contacted by a debt collector, it’s natural to feel uneasy. Whether they’ve called, sent a letter, or even visited your home, it’s important to know that you have rights and options when dealing with them. This guide explains how to stop debt collectors from acting outside the rules, how to respond confidently,…
Being contacted by a debt collector can be overwhelming, but it’s important to know that you have rights. Whether you’re receiving constant letters, phone calls or home visits, there are rules about how and when a debt collector can get in touch with you. This guide explains your legal rights, what debt collectors can and…
Finding yourself in debt can feel overwhelming – especially when there are so many options to choose from. If you’re wondering which debt solution is right for you, this tool-style guide is here to help. We’ve broken down some of the most common debt situations and matched them to possible solutions to consider. Everyone’s circumstances…
When your monthly outgoings are bigger than the money coming in, it can feel like you’re stuck in a hole you can’t climb out of. Rising living costs mean more households are facing this problem, and it’s not always easy to know what to do first. In this guide, we’ll help you spot the warning…