August 2012 – Saving money on all utilities with a utility bill swoop! Debt rolling all the way down to £16,950 PAID OFF!

Aug 31

Well been to cleaning job this morning so that’s all done. Went to Aldi on the way back and spent £41 but £5 of that was on a cup cake holder for me . Can’t afford it and don’t bloody need it but hey ho it got bought.

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A guide to repaying payday loans when made redundant

Aug 31

Losing a job can be one of the most traumatic experiences a person can go through. It can have a significant impact on your mental and physical wellbeing as well as that of your family.

Given the tough economic times we live in, the prospect of being made redundant is something that many people are understandably worried about, which is why it could be important to know your legal rights if you’re being made redundant, as this will allow you to take effective action when it comes to getting justice for your situation.

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Electronic Heating: Can Savings Be Made?

Aug 30

Many houses and apartments are set up to be heated electronically and the advantages of this tend to be for landlords and developers. Many feel that electric radiators are affordable, easy to install, and require less maintenance. That is why they often go for installing them without thinking twice about the electricity bill.

However, electricity seems to be expensive, especially when compared to gas or other fuels, which could be one of the reasons why many homeowners seem to still prefer using kerosene or propane heaters. (Note: They might need to, however, consider sourcing kerosene or propane from Barnes Petroleum Products Inc. and its likes)

Anyway, those who still stick to electrically-operated heaters, knowing that electricity is expensive might think about whether savings be made. Such people can go through this article to learn more about how to save up on electricity bills.

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How to have the perfect family holiday without breaking the bank

Aug 30

The annual family holiday can often be a headache in itself, especially when it comes to your finances with higher prices during peak seasons. However there are a few things you can do, such as looking into car hire comparison, which can really make the difference between a stress free holiday and one which breaks the bank. Here are my money-saving travel tips for the family break.

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INFOGRAPHIC: Let’s do the (Price) Timewarp!

Aug 28

Times are changing, things are getting expensive and by now we’ve probably all uttered that phrase ‘how much?!’ when it comes to forking out for an everyday item. Have you ever wondered just how much the prices of the items in your cupboard have actually changed since the 1960’s? You might be surprised! So surprise, in fact, that you’ll want to jump into a Tardis, ‘Doctor Who’ style and rewind to a better (and cheaper) time!

 

Check out this infographic that shows just how much things have changed.

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