• The Power of Spending Less, Instead of Earning More

    When you’re keen to build up your savings it’s all too easy to put it off until you get that next payrise. But while it seems common sense that earning…

    What Is Financial Independence?

    If you’ve been browsing through personal finance blogs you may have found the phrase ‘financial independence’ crop up a lot. But what is financial independence and how does someone become…

    Scotland on a Budget: Haggis Adventures Review

    It’s easy to take for granted what’s on our doorstep, so a couple of summers ago I decided it was high time to explore Scotland on a budget. As I…

    Lagos on a Budget

    Sun, sea and stunning rock formations. If that sounds like your idea of paradise then the beautiful Lagos in Portugal may be your ideal holiday destination! Known for it’s vibrant…

    How to Throw a Hen Party on a Budget

    Last year my best friend Ali got married and I was appointed chief hen party planner. I’ve attended a few hen parties over the years and my favourites were those…

    Spending: Where Does All My Money Go?

    “Where does all my money go?” I think it’s a question all of us have asked at some point. Whether that’s at 11pm  realising you can’t afford the next round,…

    How Long Will it Take Me to Save For a …

    In October 2017 the average first time buyer spent £201,657 on a property, rising to £419,793 for those buying in London. With typical mortgages requiring a housing deposit of at least…