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Banking & General Money/FinanceThemed Hints & Tips
Managing your money effectively is the cornerstone of financial stability, but with so many banking options and saving strategies out there, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start. Whether you’re looking to cut down on unnecessary expenses, find the best banking deals, or simply build a healthier relationship with your finances, this blog post is here to help. We’ll share practical money-saving tips, smart banking hacks, and expert advice to help you take control of your finances and make your money work harder for you.
Power Of Attorney: What is It, Do I Need It, What Does It Cost?
What is power of attorney, why does it matter, and what does it cost? We explain why it should be at top of your list of things to set up!
What Does Financial Freedom Look Like? Your Guide to Building Wealth Your Way
Hints and tips on ways to secure your financial freedom, from debts to emergency funds.
How To Save Money On Your 2025 Holiday: Top Tips And Advice
How you can save money on your 2025 holiday - Useful tips on how to maximise your holiday budget!
The Zing App - Earn £30 For Signing Up + Upto £600 Referring Others!
The Zing app has announced that it is due to close down on April 2nd 2025.
Mastering Cash Flow: A Guide for Small Business Owners
Hints and tips for small business owners, on financial planning and forecasting.
Trustly Review: Safe & Reliable for UK Consumers?
What is Trustly? What does it do, and is it safe?
Understanding Fees: How to Minimise Online Payment Costs
Running your own online business can be expensive. Payment processing fees can be crippling, so make sure you compare payment options.
What Fees Are Charged for Bank Transfers in the UK?
Do you know when you are likely going to be charged for making a bank transfer? Here are some hints and tips to help
How Google Pay Can Help You Budget and Save Money
How individuals and businesses can use digital payment apps like Google Pay to take control of their finances.
What Is The 50/30/20 Spending Rule And How Does It Work
Find out how the 50/30/20 budgeting rule works and how it might help you to keep your finances in check right now and also in the future.
The Most Savvy Strategies to Maximise Your Savings at Home
Useful methods to reduce expenses and boost your savings, helping you achieve greater financial stability and peace of mind.
Avoiding Common Banking Scams: Essential Tips for Protecting Your Finances
Ways to keep scammers away! Discovering a new bank account in your name or noticing unauthorised transactions on your statement can be...
Ten Practical Tips for UK Students to Save Money and Achieve Financial Stability
Life as a student is great fun, but it can be really expensive, so check out our top tips on being financially savvy!
Confessions of a Payday Loan Borrower: My Unexpected Experience
Despite their seedy reputations, payday loans are not as sinister as you may think.
Crypto-Friendly European Countries: A Tour of Regulatory Landscapes and Opportunities
Like it or hate it, cryptocurrency is here to stay! Which European countries have embraced this digital currency?
The UK Cheddar Cashback And Payment App Review
The Cheddar cashback app - Earn competitive cashback automatically or via gift card purchases from your favourite retailers.
Why Choosing The Right Payment Taking Merchant Facilities Can make Or Break Your Startup!
Why choosing what merchant facilities to use on your online store can make or break your business.
How Long Does A Refund Take On PayPal?
How long does it take to get a refund via Paypal? Are all PayPal refunds the same?
Sign Up for Monzo and Earn a £5 Referral Bonus
Looking for a modern, user-friendly banking experience? Sign up for Monzo and earn a £5 referral bonus.
The Changes Being Made To The Chase Cashback Offer In April
If you're a Chase customer, you'll want to know about the new changes to the 1% cashback, which kick in shortly.
Earn a 3.40% Bonus with Chip's Savings Account Offer | Chip
Chip is currently offering the UK's highest instant access savings account, paying its bonus monthly, not yearly!
Premium Bond Fund Increases In Feb, To A 14-Year High! | Premium Bonds
If you don't have Premium Bonds, with the fund at a 14 year high, it's a good time to give them a whirl (risk free)
Set Up Your Own Business? Effective Tax Planning: 6 Areas Where Your Business Can Save Money
Got your own business, setting one up maybe, here's a brief guide to taxation and available schemes to help you.
Save £667.95 By Next Christmas, Using The Penny Challenge!
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Are You Eligible For A 50% Bonus On Your Savings?
You could be earning a 50% bonus on your savings; find out if you are eligible!
The Names Bond - Premium Bond - And It's Adding £(00) 76M To Its Prize Fund!
The NS&I have up the Premium Bonds prize fund by £76M, doubling the number of bigger prizes and 19x more smaller prizes!
Meet Chip's New Prize Savings Account, With £10,000 A Month Up For Grabs!
Meet Chip's New Prize Savings Account, With £10,000 A Month Up For Grabs!
Which Student Bank Accounts Offer The Best Deals?
Got kids heading off to Uni? If so which student bank account is best?
Monese - Get A Bank Account In Minutes & Up-to £30 Of FREE Cash!
Get a UK bank account, from free, with a debit card and direct debit facilities, in minutes as well as a even better £15 of free credit!
Renters Can Use This Handy Service To Increase Their Credit Score!
As a private renter, one of the major gripes I have is that even though I pay my rent every month, on time, and in full, the credit...
Earn £30 In Just A Few Minutes, Plus Potentially Another £20 As Well!
Monese, the online banking service, is offering new users, of its FREE banking service, a £30 joining bonus for signing up + more..
Chip Savings App - £10 Free Cash For New Users
Grab a free £10 bonus to spend on what you want, with this useful free savings app!
How Does The 3 Month Mortgage Holiday Work?
How does the 3 month mortgage holiday work? We investigate..
Only Paying Your Minimum Card Payment?
If like millions of other UK credit card holders, you are only paying your minimum card payments, you may soon be receiving a letter..
Why Your Contactless Payment Card May Not Work!
Shoppers who have grown accustomed to using contactless payments for their goods may now see their card declined more often, as new measures
Banks To Change The Way Overdrafts Are Shown..
UK banks are being forced to change the way your overdraft/available balance is shown on your bank account, and it's already causing...
Get Up-to £4k Towards Your First Home !
First-time buyer? Save for a mortgage deposit in a Help to Buy ISA and the state will add 25% on top of what you save...
We Swap - Take The Expense Out Of Purchasing Abroad
The We Swap currency card is ideal for anyone going on holiday, who doesn't want to pay excessive currency exchange rates!
Pockit - Credit Check Free, Bank Account With Debit Mastercard
Pockit offers you a credit check free, bank account, with a debit Mastercard and full banking functionality. Low 99p monthly charge
Experian - Keep In Control Of Your Finances With A FREE Trial
Keep on top of your finances, with a free months subscription to the Experian credit management system
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