Something that we never think about during our 20’s and 30’s is retiring from work and that is rightly so. Why would you even think about something that is still years away? However, the years fly by and before you know it your children have left home, got married and made you a grandparent. This…
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What to do When You Can’t Pay Your Taxes
Read moreTax trouble is a common phenomenon that occurs in the lives of millions of Americans. While we can dream that taxes would disappear, or that they wouldn’t exist at all, the reality is that we owe a responsibility to our country… and it has a price tag. Hard times befall the best of us and they usually have…
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Pros and Cons: Things to Know Before Embarking on the Path Towards Becoming a CPA
Read moreWhen considering which career to choose, people who are good with numbers often consider training to become a Certified Public Accountant or CPA. Because the education required is extensive, and the testing for the certification so difficult, CPAs enjoy widespread respect and can command a considerable salary. While the job has a lot going for…
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How To Teach Kids The Value Of Money
Read moreAccording to Statista, the average amount of pocket money a 12-year-old receives is about £6 per week. It can be easy to spoil children and give them some very bad habits when it comes to money and spending. Photo by Damir Spanic on Unsplash Teaching children about the value of money and the importance of…
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[AD] Taking Control Of My Finances With Money Dashboard
Read moreWhen you are self employed the one most overriding factor is if you don’t work you don’t earn any money and that became all the more apparent during the pandemic of the last six months. When COVID-19 first appeared in the UK and we were put into a national lockdown one of my initial thoughts…
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[AD] Nothing In Life Is For Free (Stock Market Trading)
Read moreIn life you don’t get anything for free. You will have to work very hard to achieve your goals. If you want money you have to earn it. So when I see these get rich schemes my blood boils because it will also turn out to be a scam. When it comes to currency trading…
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Business Loans vs. Personal Loans: What Are the Key Differences and Can You Use One for the Other?
Read moreTo finance your business expenditures, you may consider getting a loan. Maybe you need a new machine to expand your production capacity. Or you need to pay employees, and you don’t have adequate working capital. Although a business loan is suitable for a large enterprise, it may be better for the small and medium ones…
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Four Ways To Avoid Letting Debt Overwhelm You
Read moreDebt is something that we can all experience from time to time, and for the most part, it’s a situation we can get ourselves out of eventually. However, it’s definitely a situation that can spin out of control, and the more you do to avoid it happening in the first place, the better. Here are…
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Treat Yourself: How Much of Your Income Can you Spend on Lifestyle?
Read moreIt is always nice to treat yourself to a bit of retail therapy or a meal out at your favorite restaurant but it is also good to show a bit of restraint with your spending, especially if too much of your income is going on lifestyle choices. Getting tips on how to manage your money…
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Is Freelancing Still Risky?
Read moreOnce upon a time handing your notice in and taking on the world by yourself was considered extremely risky. Simply because working for doesn’t provide the same protections or benefits than your regular 9-5 does. Think about what you get in exchange for your 9-5. Steady income, healthcare, pension plan, and maybe even the odd…
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[AD] Cash Flow Is So Important In Business
Read moreIf you are in business, one of the hardest parts of any business is cash flow. If it is not running along smoothly with a regular cash flow on a monthly basis it can have a detrimental effect on your business and how you will be looking to expand your business. It can stop any…
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[ad]Reducing the Cost of Your Essential Bills
Read moreFamily life is expensive. This is a given. The key to financial security is to create a budget and stick to it. You can make sure you budget covers the essentials and then any money left over can be saved away for your little ones’ future or a rainy day, or spent on fun things…
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[AD] Deciding What Type Of Flooring For Your Office.
Read moreIf you have a business and it’s situated in an office it’s very important that you pick the right flooring to suit all aspects of the building. Whether that be the reception or waiting area for your clients or the conference room where you hold meetings with clients or staff meetings. It’s also important to…
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AD: Instilling good money habits into your kids when they are young
Read moreMaking ends meet is one of the biggest challenges families face. Relatively few of us have much cash left at the end of the month. Yet, despite this, very few of us do much about teaching our children good money management habits, until they are teenagers. Why you need to start earlier Waiting this long…
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Here’s What to Expect From Your New Home Inspection
Read moreMoving into a new home is exciting and scary at the same time. After all, it signals both the start and end of a new chapter in your life. But before anything else, it’s important to do a thorough sweep of your future house. While your estate agent should have already walked you through everything,…
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Make the Most of Your Discretionary Income
Read moreFamily finances are a complicated beast. While you must make sure that you have your basic needs catered for, you should also be putting some money aside for retirement and savings. But what about fun? Image Credit: Pexels CC0 Licence Having fun is an essential part of life and everyone deserves to have a bit…
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Ways to save money on your utility bills
Read moreUtility bills can make a huge dent in our pockets. When winter approaches, bills increase. There are, however, things that you can do to ensure that your bills are kept to a minimum. Here are some ways to save money on your utility bills. Lighting How many times have you gone upstairs to find there…
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AD| How Technology Can Help Improve Your Sales
Read moreMost businesses now operate in a very competitive market place and consequently they are looking at ways that will help them stay ahead of the opposition. One way that you can keep ahead of the game and see your sales grow is to use technology. It’s an important tool that if used effectively can improve…
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Family Finances: Purchasing The Big Ticket Items
Read moreHaving kids is generally seen as one of the most expensive, yet joyous, commitments to make in your life. When you welcome your little bundles of joy into your home, your whole outlook changes. From your general lifestyle to your finances, every decision you make will have your offspring at the centre of every choice.…
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How to Check You Have Always Got the Best Deal
Read moreWhen you buy something you always want to make sure that you have got the best possible price for it. It can sometimes feel like a slap in the face to see your purchase listed elsewhere at a fraction of what you paid, even if you aren’t that frugal. Everyone loves a bargain and you…
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