As a mum who works part time I like to find various ways to make money. I like to think I’m quite entrepreneurial, so when you add that to my passion for creativity and my thirst for learning new things it makes me pretty determined! Before I had children I worked full time, five days…
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Should you give your toddler pocket money?
Read moreTeaching children the value of money can be a tricky task to achieve. Many children enjoy playing with pretend money, mine included. Our girls have a toy till on top of their play shop and they’ll take it in turns to play the customer and the shopkeeper. The customer will put a few items into their…
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Why do people take out loans and what are the best options?
Read moreThere are many reasons why people decide to take out personal loans. For the majority it’s either because they want to pay off existing loans or because they need the extra money for business purposes. Other reasons can include home improvements, funding education and car repairs. Freedigitalphotos.net/stuartmiles Types of personal loans The great thing about a personal…
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Save money on fuel – for you and your vehicle
Read moreMoney makes the world go round – it’s just a shame there’s often not enough to go around. We’re all looking for ways to cut the amount of cash we spend and the most obvious places to start are the areas in which we regularly spend most money. Statistics show that more than half of our spending goes on four main…
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How to save money on everyday items
Read moreFrom clothes to furniture and food, it seems as though no-one is paying full price for anything anymore. With the rise of extreme couponing in the UK it’s no wonder that we feel as though we need more for our money. It is possible to get the things you need for less and here are…
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Look after your future by managing your savings
Read moreI talk a lot about the future on my blog and about how I want to make sure I can provide myself and my family with a financially secure future. When our twins were born we made a big effort to put money away every month for them so that when they’re older they can have…
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Win a £50 Amazon Voucher with Oony – The site that will save you money on your everyday shopping!
Read moreWho doesn’t like saving money? I know I do! I like saving money on the simple things such as my everyday shopping, but also on the bigger things that can be expensive such as clothes and holidays. Oony is a website which aims to help people spend less money on products from their favourite stores and…
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Money Saving Tips for First Time Parents
Read moreCongratulations! You’re about to become parents! You’re probably more than prepared for your little ones arrival in terms of caring for them. You’ve probably read numerous books and online articles, been given lots of advice from other parents and now all that’s left to do is await your babies arrival. Everyone knows that having children…
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Pocket Money Cookery Book
Read moreI really enjoy cooking and baking. I always have done and I really enjoy that my children can now take part and help too! I was recently sent a book called Pocket Money Cookery to review. The book starts with an introduction and then goes on to include some Do’s and Don’ts as well as safety in…