05th February 2008
The festive season is over, and you’ve gotten Christmas out of the way, spending on gifts and food for the occasion in order to keep everyone happy.
However, once those bills start coming through the letterbox you’ll begin to feel the pressure as y...
05th February 2008
As we see rises in taxes and the crippling credit crunch, family finances are being stretched to their limits. And a recent report has shown that families have been feeling the squeeze due to a range of factors, including stealth taxes.
A report carrie...
05th February 2008
Research conducted by a homelessness charity has revealed that the number of people seeking help with financial difficulties has increased eightfold since last year.
The report follows stark warnings from the Financial Services Authority (FSA) – whic...
02nd February 2008
As more of us now make use of the Internet for the purposes of shopping – from electronic goods to our weekly shop.
But according to research carried out by a group specialising in online identity, many individuals are finding themselves at risk of â...
01st February 2008
So, Christmas is over and you’ve managed to get through the festive period with being able to (just about) afford all those presents and foodstuffs.
But as the New Year begins, it begins to dawn on you that maybe you spent more than you intended.
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31st January 2008
With the housing market in the UK facing turbulent times, first-time buyers are finding it increasingly difficult to get their foot on the property ladder.
With the average first time buyers’ property price marked at around £162,000, those wishing t...
31st January 2008
A recent study from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) has shown that homeowners in the UK are spending more of their budgets on the homes themselves, with less being dedicated to food and drink.
The survey focused on a wide range of information r...
30th January 2008
As the Christmas aftermath dawns on the UK economy, it is predicted that nearly 7 million people will end up paying more on the credit card debts they accumulated over the festive period.
With an estimated £34 billion being put onto credit cards durin...
30th January 2008
With growing uncertainty as to the housing market in the UK, offset mortgages are becoming more common.
This type of plan allows homeowners the chance to reduce interest by offsetting credit balances against the mortgage debts.
This would mean that ...
30th January 2008
For some, the idea of a typical package holiday can seem stressful and rushed.
However, many holidaymakers are participating in a growing trend of ‘house exchange’ holidays.
The concept is simple: for a small fee (usually around £30) you can r...
25th January 2008
When preparing to travel with a family, there can be a multitude of different things to sort out – from tickets to taxis to the airport, as well as packing clothes, equipment and toys in between.
In amongst all the hassle of packing, arranging and en...
25th January 2008
Backpacking is a popular method of holidaying, enjoyed by all ages – from students to young professionals.
Whether it be trekking through Thailand, surfing the coasts of Australia or exploring the more spiritual side of India, these trips offer the o...
24th January 2008
For car enthusiasts, looking to the continent in order to find their perfect car can be an expensive business.
Imported cars are often specified to meet regulations in their country of origin, but these little differences can often lead to difficulties...
24th January 2008
With heavy rain predicted across the UK, the newspapers and television reports warn us of impending flood dangers. A majority of such reports tend to focus on the damage sustained by homes and businesses.
Flooding can also affect vehicles, sometimes le...
24th January 2008
In the past, 4x4 vehicles were the sort of vehicle you’d expect to find on a farm, popular with farmers and city types that have acres of countryside to whizz around in.
Nowadays, it’s not unusual to see these large vehicles on the roads of Britain...
