Talk Money Week is taking place from 4th – 8th November 2024 and is the annual event all about getting the public talking about money. The week is overseen by the Money and Pension Service – a national body bringing toget…
When it comes to managing our personal finances, navigating the path to financial prosperity can be as challenging as it is rewarding. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just starting to build your financial foundation, understanding and sidestep…
In the pursuit of love, many of us seek that elusive ‘perfect person’- someone attractive, kind, engaging, sharing our interests and a person who makes us feel special. There’s a pervasive belief that when we encounter this person, we’ll instinctively…
In today’s financial landscape, many individuals are considering the allure of cash investments as a safe haven for their hard-earned money. While the appeal of easy-access savings accounts offering interest rates of around 5% is evident, it’s crucia…
It’s tricky to know how much money you need stashed away to retire and live a lifestyle you’re happy with. While the amount will vary from person to person, we’ve put together some rough estimates, as well as the question you shoul…
When you think of students and their money, it wouldn’t be a shocker if they were not very positive thoughts. Rather than saving, or managing their bills effectively, students are more likely to spend their loan on booze, takeaways and more booze. Ri…
The first Budget of Boris Johnston’s new government was certainly an eventful one. Rishi Sunak has only been Chancellor for a matter of weeks, but delivered one of the most wide-ranging set of announcements for many years. Along with Brexit, the new…
Recent research suggests that over half of adults in the South East of England couldn’t pay an unexpected £500 bill. If you’re in this situation despite an apparently healthy income, you may have ‘money tunnel vision’. Here’s how to correct it. ‘Annu…
As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, we take a look into how money can impact mental health. We know that people struggling with money and poor mental health or wellbeing is often linked. According to the Royal College of Psychiatrists, half of p…
To pay tribute to the incredible fundraising efforts of Comic Relief, we’ve put together a list of money lessons you can learn from classic television comedies. Only Fools and Horses ‘Del Boy’ Trotter was the spoof ‘yuppy’ (young urban professional w…
How many people know your password? Further to that, how many other people’s passwords do you know? We don’t even mean the one you use to access your bank – letting someone know your login details could land you in a whole heap of trouble. A Governme…
We know that talking about money isn’t always easy, it can be daunting, particularly if you don’t like speaking about it. However, by getting your children used to talking about money early, you can help them avoid financial issues in the future. Whe…
You might think you know all about your partner – what their favourite food is, who their friends are, what social media accounts they can’t tear themselves away from…but do you know who their bank is, or who their pension is with? More than one in f…
If you’ve been named as a beneficiary in a will, you’ll have plenty to look forward to – and lots to think about. When will you inherit? How much will it be? Will there be any tax to pay? And how can you make best use of your inheritance. Both your s…
Just one in four children aged between seven and 17 have received lessons in basic money management despite it being part of the national curriculum, new Money Advice Service research reveals. The study, part of Financial Capability Week, shows nine…
Is there a gulf between men and women in how they manage their finances? Research suggests there might be. See if you can escape your gender stereotype. Is a pound in a purse the same as one in a wallet? We’ve been looking at research into the at resear…
As the end of another year approaches, we start looking forward to what 2017 will bring. Many of us (around 26% according to surveys) will be making a new year’s resolution and most of us that do (around 88%) will never carry them through. Many people do …
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