Back to School Costs Mount For UK Parents
Parents of school children across the UK will splash out a staggering £659 million on back to school gadgets, according to new research. 26% of parents plan to treat their children ahead of the autumn term, spending an average of £329 per family, according to research from uSwitch.com. It suggests that pens and pencils are […]
North-Easterners Top the Bill for Souvenir Holiday Spending
Purchasing souvenirs when on holiday is a popular pastime for many Brits that are keen to show off where they have been on their travels. From small gifts for friends or office workers to massive presents for the family, there really isn’t much limit on what can be bought when abroad. But what regions of […]
Could a Youth Prepaid Card Help Teach Fiscal Awareness?
Getting to grips with money from an early age can be incredibly helpful in later life when it comes to dealing with the challenges of financial responsibility. Plastic payment options such as credit and debit cards are increasing in popularity, so preparing youngsters for the option use these could be important further down the line. […]
The Magic of Monza – Formula 1 Visits Italy
With the Formula 1 season now past the half way mark, a trip to Italy marks the start of the finishing straight for those battling it out for the 2014 title. The Italian Grand Prix at the Autodromo di Monza is sure to light up the first weekend of September once the Championship moves on […]
UK Economy More Than Half Way to Recovery
The UK economy is more than halfway towards a full recovery, according to Bank of England governor Mark Carney. He said Britain is “more than halfway towards the finish line” and said he would not risk losing momentum. Better than expected growth for two consecutive quarters has seen expectation levels rise, with growth of 3.5% […]
Cost of Raising a Child Rises Faster Than Wages
Families working full time at the national minimum wage are facing a shortfall when it comes to the minimum cost of raising a child, new research has revealed. The findings come as part of the new ‘The Cost of a Child in 2014’ report by Child Poverty Action Group (CPAG) and funded by the Joseph […]
Brits Spend an Average of £142 Online After a Tipple….or Three
Making purchasing decisions after we’ve supped on an alcoholic beverage or two is probably not the wisest of moves, but when has that ever stopped shopping-mad Brits? According to a new survey conducted by Confused.com, inebriated Brits are splashing their cash online to the average tune of £142, with their list of purchases including items […]
Rising Number of Households Struggling to Balance the Books
The number of households who are struggling to balance the books has climbed by more than a quarter of a million year-on-year, according to the latest figures. Legal & General’s latest ‘MoneyMood’ survey reveals that an increasing number of households don’t have the level of income needed to pay off their bills, with the number […]
How to Pay for a Gap Year
Taking a gap year when finishing school or university is a popular choice among many people, but managing funds when travelling from country to country is no easy feat. With possible destinations ranging from South America to Australia, Thailand or even Europe, travellers can have the world at their finger tips. Where they choose to […]
Why it Could Already be Time to Start Saving for Christmas
Christmas is still months away, but planning ahead could be a massive factor in easing the financial burden that is often associated with the festive season. Before gifts are even making it onto supermarket shelves, putting money aside could help in the long-term. Figures from Halifax suggest that the average amount spent on Christmas last […]