You might be drawn to the idea of trading and investing, but actually jumping in might make you feel a little more hesitant. Imagining your investments coming good is fun, but the thought that they might fail is definitely not something that fills you with joy. Investing and trading are certainly not without their risks … Read more
Do you need life insurance? Life insurance is worth thinking about if you have a family who rely heavily on your income to pay the mortgage and cover everyday living costs. Many people are prompted to take out life insurance after buying a new home, getting hitched, or having a baby. The devastating impact of the global … Read more
Let’s face it we would all like more money, but it isn’t that simple as just wanting it. You don’t want to work yourself into the ground and want to still have spare time to enjoy life. So looking to cut costs and save money elsewhere is a great way to go. There are so … Read more
If you’re used to doing most things in your business yourself, you’re probably doing your own accounting too. That’s fine when things are simple and straightforward, but there are times when more specialised or expert knowledge is needed. Below are four solid ways that accounting can help you understand and plan your finances, providing you … Read more
If there were a magical “get out of debt free” card, it’s likely most of the Americans owning $807 billion across more than 500 million credit accounts would all jump at the chance for a clean slate. However, as we all know, getting into debt tends to be much easier than getting out of it. … Read more
If you are planning to go to university, or are the parent of a potential or soon-to-be uni student, here are some useful financial planning tips for students… Find Affordable Accommodation One of the big outlays as a student is your accommodation; you need somewhere to live that gives you the best conditions to study … Read more
Spring arrives around three months after the new year. In April there is the end of the tax year and the end of the first quarter for most businesses. This makes it the ideal time to review your personal finances and get them fighting fit for the coming months. A financial health check like this … Read more
Everyone knows that investing money can be a good idea, but this field can be a lot more daunting than you expect when you first approach it. There is a lot to learn before you can choose which investment route you want to go down, with loads of big choices to be made along the … Read more
Given the uncertain times we live in, it is understandable that many out there will be seeking some extra stability. What this looks like will differ from household-to-household, but some out there could well be looking at their financial situation and asking a question that many have asked themselves over the years: “is getting a … Read more