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Pet Insurance – Do You Need It?

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Nov 2020

Pet Insurance – Do You Need It?

The number of pets owned in the UK an estimated 51 million, however, it is estimated that 84% of cats and 67% of dogs do not have insurance! Corona Virus Update November 2020 Q. Can pets catch Coronavirus? A. Yes – there have been a couple of cases where pets have tested positive Q. Will pet insurance cover my pet if they get Coronavirus? A....

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Could You Be Eligible For Government Energy Efficiency Help?

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Feb 2020

Could You Be Eligible For Government Energy Efficiency Help?

If you are a low-income family you might be able to take advantage of the government-backed Energy Company Obligation (ECO) schemes which helps reduce fuel bills. Funding available includes grants towards replacing old inefficient boilers with new condensing ones as well as free insulation. If your home was built between 1930 and 1980 and has not had insulation installed previously you will almost certainly be...

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Student Money Tips

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Jan 2020

Student Money Tips

We look at some of the things that will affect your finances at Uni. Money and borrowing Student Loan The best borrowing option for most students is a government-backed student loan. You can apply for a maximum of two loans in any academic year: one for tuition fees and one to cover the cost of living. These loans do not need to be repaid until...

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Ten Tips to Help Lower Your Supermarket Bill

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Jan 2020

Ten Tips to Help Lower Your Supermarket Bill

It sometimes seems that no matter how organised you are, how many lists you write, and how careful you try to be, it’s still easy to come home from the supermarket with far more than having spent far too much 😞 If you are lucky enough to have a choice of supermarkets you could use a website like My Supermarket to compare prices before you...

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It’s Now Easier to Cancel Poor Broadband Service

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Nov 2019

It’s Now Easier to Cancel Poor Broadband Service

If you’ve been frustrated by the speed of your Broadband service you’ll be pleased to know that the rules have been changed so you can now cancel your contract under certain conditions. Ofcom, the broadcasting and telecommunications regulator, has recently announced rules to help consumers cancel their contracts if their broadband speeds are too slow. Common difficulties Previously it was very difficult to get out...

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4 Reasons Why You Must Have a Will

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Nov 2019

4 Reasons Why You Must Have a Will

Let’s be honest, no-one really wants to think about what will happen after they die! However, if you do not leave a will this can cause a whole host of complications for your loved ones at a difficult time for them; and could even result in property and possessions not being distributed as you would have wanted them to be. The creation of will tells...

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Cheap Ways to Entertain the Children at Christmas

08

Nov 2019

Cheap Ways to Entertain the Children at Christmas

Christmas is expensive enough at the best of times but if you have school-age children you are faced with the extra cost of keeping them occupied during the holidays. Here are a few ways you could entertain them without breaking the bank: Organise a Treasure Hunt If you have friends in the area why not get together and create a treasure hunt in your local...

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Christmas Money Saving Tips

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Nov 2019

Christmas Money Saving Tips

When people say the word Christmas it can mean a time of joy and celebration or dread and anxiety. If you fall into the latter category it might be because the cost of Christmas is simply too much. Here are a few ways you can save money and alleviate the stress: No. 1 – Cut down on who you buy for We now have an...

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Turn Your Hobby Into A Part-Time Job

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Oct 2019

Turn Your Hobby Into A Part-Time Job

We explore how you can make money from doing the things that you love online. I noticed a post on Facebook today and it got me thinking about how many creative people there are out there and how they could exploit their talents to increase their income. A friend who has a full-time job had just finished making a children’s blanket that she had sold...

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