Whether it’s work or pleasure, getting from A to B is the one of the more regular things we have to do, or rather, in today’s road traffic, try to do! The cost of fuel, the price of tickets and the number of road users seems to increase every day. But what if we could…
They say that man (or woman) cannot live by bread alone but we can also be a bit frugal when it comes to comes to using what we have without unnecessary trips to the supermarket and feeding the garbage bin! It’s scary how much food we throw away and just how much that food actually…
It’s no fun to think about emergencies. You know, those unexpected life events like a job loss, medical expense, or sudden home repair. But that’s precisely why having an emergency fund is so essential. Think of it as a financial safety net that gives you peace of mind and cushions the blow of unforeseen expenses….
People are so skint these days, saving money on groceries is more important than ever. For many families, the supermarket is one of the largest areas of spend. However, with a few smart strategies, it’s possible to cut down this cost significantly without compromising on quality or nutrition. Plan Your Meals The cornerstone of smart…
We’ve all got to eat, but you and your family can do that well without spending a small fortune on food every week. In this article, I’ll be talking about some of the things we’ve done as a family, and still do, to cut our weekly food bill and spend less on groceries without sacrificing…
We all know how much the cost of electricity, gas and water is increasing, yet many of us continue to consume the same amounts without counting the cost to our pocket or perhaps worse, the environment. Spending time thinking about what energy we need to use and how much we could save can make a…
Being a dedicated follower of fashion does not necessarily mean you have to sell a kidney in order to buy that little black dress or that leather jacket that’ll get you noticed. With a little imagination and a bit of determination, you can create and maintain a wardrobe that won’t cost you a packet. Let’s…
How nice it is to get away from the daily grind once in a while and feel the sun on your face, the wind in your hair and the sand beneath your feet! Great if you have the cash but what if you don’t? What if you can’t afford Cannes or to visit Vienna? Just…
City or suburban, young or old – everyone likes a garden especially one that looks good and doesn’t cost the earth to create! With a little bit of planning, you can preserve the plants you have while contributing to the environment and at the same time grow some food for yourself and your friends without…
When it comes to entertainment, perhaps it might appear that this is the most difficult area in which to make potential savings. After all, why should we have to give up something we really like? Well, to start with, you need to save money and you’re not going to do that by squandering the savings…
There is nothing truer than that old adage of “look after the pennies and the pounds will look after themselves” but how many of us do indeed, watch those pennies? Do we really take enough time to track what is coming in and out of our bank account? Keeping track of what money comes in…
Ahh! – The joy of giving, the joy of receiving and the pain of the credit card you have to pay off in a month’s time. Everyone likes to receive a little present now and then but does it really have to break the bank every time we give? Does it really matter if the…