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Why Does January Seem to Last Forever?

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Although January is made up of 31 days, just like six other months of the year, it somehow feels like it lasts forever. Christmas must have been about three months ago, and November is a distant memory. There are actually a couple of reasons for this - it’s not just in your head! We’ve looked[…]

Can You Get Cash for Your Old Tech?

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When it comes to old tech, not everyone knows what to do with it when they upgrade. And if it’s no longer working, should you just throw it away? If you have old tech lying around the house, regardless of whether they’re still in full working order, you could be able to make a bit[…]

Maintaining Your Mental Health in Winter

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You’ve probably noticed that everything seems harder in winter. The weather is miserable, and it gets dark early - we tend to spend more time indoors, socialising less and are often less productive. You could find that you have less energy, not to mention more irritability. The question is, why does our mental and physical[…]

Is Now the Time to Start Blogging?

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In January, we often make resolutions for the year ahead. These can be personal or professional, big or small. And while common goals include getting fit and learning a new language, perhaps it’s time to think about blogging! On a personal level, blogging can be a great way to creatively express yourself. On a professional[…]

How to Stick to Your New Year’s Resolutions

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Each new year, the majority of people will come up with a resolution or goal that they want to stick to throughout the coming year. Unfortunately, lots of these resolutions will be forgotten about or ignored, probably within a month or two. But what is the reason for this? Are the goals just unattainable? Some[…]

New Year’s Resolution: Create a Budget

Posted in - Festive Finance

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[…]

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[…]

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[…]

8 Tips to Save Money at Christmas

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Looking to save money this Christmas? With the rising cost of living, cutting costs is more important than ever. We’ve therefore looked at eight easy ways to save money when you’re shopping for presents or buying any other festive items! 1. Make a List (and Check it Twice) If you go shopping without a clear[…]

Should We Stop Giving Christmas Presents?

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While the idea of not giving presents to our loved ones is an uncomfortable one, there are arguments supporting this concept. Martin Lewis, the money saving expert, originally proposed the idea in 2009, just after the financial crisis, and it’s been gaining momentum ever since. Especially in light of the current cost of living crisis.[…]