2014 ← Personal Finance

Kick off your career as a freelancer

Dec

31

2014

Between a shortage of well-paying traditional jobs, increasing frustration with nine to five work, and a growing awareness that most people are happier when they have a better balance between work and family life, more and more people are going freelance. Could it be the right move for you? If so, where should you start? ...

Partying with the rich and famous

Dec

30

2014

Ever dreamed of partying with the stars? It’s just a question of putting yourself in the right company. Play your cards right and you too could be attending the kind of lavish parties, premieres and sporting events that will bring you into an exclusive network of influential and glamorous people. Choosing the right career path ...

Make Your Money Work For You: Understanding Bank Accounts

Dec

18

2014

Bank accounts come in various forms. You may feel a little confused about the jargon. But, all in all, your bank account should serve to make your money work. With so much choice on the market, it can seem like you need a broad range of bank accounts for a plethora of different things. But, ...

When In Need, Gold is a Friend Indeed

Dec

18

2014

It’s literally money in the bank! This is a common saying when it comes to investing in gold. But why do people buy gold in the form of jewellery? Is it just its beauty and ornamental value? Or is there an underlying reason behind why people buy – a.k.a. invest in gold jewellery? Even investors who ...

Underestimating your bills?

Dec

16

2014

Have you noticed that you utility bills are getting higher every month? Many people don’t even read their utility bills if they open they open them at all. If you are one that opens and thoroughly reads your water, gas and utility bills you may have noticed that your consumption has increased making your ...

An Overview of LendingWorks

Dec

8

2014

Lending Works is a peer-to-peer lending platform which matches shrewd lenders with creditworthy personal loan borrowers, so both receive a much better deal. By cutting out the large financial institution in the middle, lenders (savers) receive great returns and borrowers receive low cost, flexible personal loans. There are no banks, no big bonuses and no ...

You’ll Be Surprised How Easy It Is To Save Money On Home Repairs

Nov

19

2014

Owning a house is expensive. It’s not just the mortgage payments that cost you, but various other expenses related to maintaining your house. One of the things that can put you out of pocket is having to make an unexpected home repair. You can take out building and contents insurance, but it won’t always cover ...

Choosing the Perfect Style of Property

Oct

29

2014

When you’re buying a home, you have lots of decisions to make. You’ll need to decide on a location for your property search and you must work out how much space you will need to accommodate your family. Of course, your new abode must fall within your budget too. Then there is style to consider. ...

Best Places To Buy Property In Dorset

Oct

29

2014

Many of us have visited the south coast of England on day trips or for holidays. Several counties span this area, including Kent, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Dorset, Devon and Cornwall. One of the most popular counties is Dorset. It forms much of the Jurassic Coast and includes favourite seaside towns Weymouth, Lyme Regis ...

The True Cost of Buying a Home

Oct

28

2014

When you’re buying a property or moving house, there are a number of things you need to take into consideration. It isn’t just about saving up enough to put down a deposit. There are lots of other things that you’ll need to fork out for too. Take a look at the following information and think ...