5 Cheap Halloween Party Ideas That Won’t Break the Bank
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Halloween is rapidly approaching so it’s time to start putting together the scariest Halloween party for your friends and family! If you’re living on a budget it might be frightening to consider some of the Halloween makeup and party gear that you see on social media and in the press, thinking that it’s out of[…]
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The 5 Most Common Reasons Behind Personal Debt
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Getting into personal debt is easily done. Whether it’s random circumstances, unexpected bills, or simple mistakes, it can all lead to a spiral of uncertainty. In a tight financial situation, it can be tempting to borrow money, even if it's something small like an extra £100 loan, but this can further increase your debt, through[…]
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7 Affordable Holiday Essentials
- Posted in - Budgeting Summer Spending
Holiday essentials can be expensive – from sun cream to mosquito spray. Yet all these essentials are vital for staying safe on holiday. Here’s how to be savvy when you shop for your holidays and save money on your travel must-haves! 1. Sun Cream If you’re flying to somewhere sunny (or going skiing), sun cream[…]
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50 Things To Do On Your No-Spend Weekend
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Saving money or trying to cut back on your spending isn’t exactly a fun task. It often means going without, and while it can make you happier in the long run, no-one particularly looks forward to the times when they have to be frugal. However, there are ways to live entirely for free, even if[…]
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20 of the Best Free Museums in the UK
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A museum trip can be the ultimate day trip adventure! With so many around the country, you should easily find the perfect one for you to learn something new about the world around us. And the best thing is, many of them are free, meaning you can bring out your nerdy side without it costing[…]
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5 Cheap Summer Holiday Ideas
- Posted in - Summer Spending
When it comes to going on holiday in the summer, most of us just want a bit of sea, sand and sunshine. So why pay more? This sort of trip doesn’t have to cost the earth! There are plenty of ways you can save money on your holiday, whilst still enjoying a relaxing getaway. We’ve[…]
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Are You Ready for Summer?
- Posted in - Summer Spending
British summer time officially starts on the last Sunday in March - this is when the clocks go forward. It doesn’t always feel particularly like a summer's day in March though! Hopefully the sun is just around the corner, and we can start thinking about holidays, BBQs, and ice cream! The question is, when should[…]
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New Year’s Resolution: Create a Budget
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When most people think of a New Year's resolution, they probably opt for things like getting fit, spending more time with family and friends, or taking up a new hobby. Creating and sticking to a budget probably isn’t the most thrilling resolution, but it might be something that you need to do this year. We’re[…]
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Cheap Christmas Decorations
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When it comes to decorating for Christmas, there are generally two types of approach. Some people will simply reuse the stuff they already have, from the tree to the tinsel. Others prefer to adhere to the current trends, swapping out their colour scheme depending on what’s in vogue. Whichever camp you fall into, there’s no[…]
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10 Ideas for Gifts on a Budget
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If you’d rather not spend too much money on Christmas presents, it can be challenging when you have a long list of people to buy for. And while we’re not suggesting you should not buy gifts at all (though this could be a good tactic if everyone’s in agreement), there are ways you can save[…]
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