Running a car is one of the costliest bills to come out of a monthly budget, rivalling mortgage or rent prices. Many Americans are also going into debt to pay for their vehicles by taking out auto loans, as the average price of a brand new vehicle is around $32,000. According to a new...
Is Our Love Affair with Credit Cards Finally Over?
The Reserve Bank released data that has revealed that Australians are steering away from credit cards, as many people have ditched the plastic. However, is the dip in credit card customers due to Australians becoming smarter about credit cards, or are we just lacking confidence and trying to steer clear of debt problems? Either...
5 Money Tips to Have Fun Whilst Saving Money
We all want to save some cash, don’t we? We are a world of bargain hunters, but everything that’s fun always seems so expensive. Well, we’re here to help you find some ways to have fun without having to seek financial advice afterwards! The Swap Stop wasting your hard earned cash on entertainment, and...
How to Protect Our Planet and Finances
We are all accountable for our actions that impact planet Earth. It is therefore essential that we work together as a team by individually taking responsibility for our carbon footprint. It is never too late to change your attitude towards the environment, and you may be surprised by how you can financially benefit by...
How to Save Money on Your Garden
Sometimes there’s nothing better than just stepping out into your back garden and enjoying the great outdoors. However, many of us often avoid using our gardens as we can’t afford to maintain it. Whether that’s because of harsh weather, aging furniture or even a dog that poops all over the lawn, ruining the grass....
How to Save the Planet and Money
In order to preserve our planet for future generations, we must take action to protect it from growing environmental problems that are affecting Earth. It is a collaborative effort that we must all strive to become part of; otherwise, our grandchildren and their grandchildren will be burdened by our actions. Save Energy One way...
The Rising Cost of Primary Education
The rising primary school population is beginning to take its toll on the Department of Education’s budgets, and could result in new “super-size” schools to meet the growing demand. The Department of Education has stated they’ve given £5bn to councils since the last general election, whilst the Local Government Association has had to fill...
How to Save Money on Wine
If you class yourself as a bit of a wine aficionado, you would probably jump at the chance to buy high quality wine at a fraction of the cost. If so, you have come to the right place, as we have some top tips to help you save money on your favourite tipple. Brush...
How Debt Has Plagued Some of the World’s Biggest Musicians
We have all suffered from debt at some point in our lives – whether it be owing our parents a couple of hundred pound, credit card debt or even a mortgage. Debt can be difficult to deal with and it can cause further problems, such as tax issues. If people are in debt, they...
Is Your Child Worried about Debt?
It is only natural for adults to have financial concerns at some point in their lives, as we have so many bills and responsibilities. However, our money concerns may be having a significant impact on our children. According to the iGeneration Report, children as young as eight year olds are suffering from money worries,...