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The Financial Capability Strategy for the UK
The Financial Capability Strategy for the UK does not roll off the tongue that easily but it is a report that was commissioned by Money Advice Service (an independent organisation which gives free, unbiased money guidance) and was published in October 2015 to explore peoples’ financial capability. There was another study carried out in 2019, the re ... Read More -
Beginner’s Guide to Electric Vehicles
I had a reminder from BeeMyMinder that my MOT was due. As I was sitting waiting for the MOT to be done, it got me wondering about electric cars and whether it’s beneficial to buy one. I know very little about them so did some research and here is a quick guide on electric vehicles in the UK. The basics They run on a lithium-ion battery which you ca ... Read More -
Lifestyle habits you can adopt to help save money
Whether you’re constantly asking yourself where your money’s gone, or simply want to save for that special occasion, sometimes it can be a struggle to set money aside each month. According to a report by The Money Charity, for the month of November 2019, 12.6m households (46% of the total) didn’t have any savings set aside, or had less than £1,500 ... Read More -
Top tips for managing your household finances
Many households around the UK occasionally struggle to maintain control over their finances. A report released by the Office for National Statistics showed that the average weekly household spend rose from £554.20 at the end of 2017 to £572.60 at the end of the financial year ending 2018. The largest amounts related to lifestyle and general househo ... Read More -
Why people don’t achieve their financial goals – animation
There are plenty of reasons that people don’t achieve their financial goals, but sometimes it can be a struggle to understand why. That’s why this month we wanted to show you some of the ways that money-saving goals can fail. So there we have it, five reasons why people can’t achieve their savings goals. What do you think? ... Read More
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Posted on April 13, 2018 at 10:30 am by BeeMyMinder
Top tips for managing your household finances
Many households around the UK occasionally struggle to maintain control over their finances. A report released by the Office for National Statistics showed that the average weekly household spend rose from £554.20 at the end of 2017 to £572.60 at the end of the financial year ending 2018. The largest amounts related to lifestyle and… Read More
Posted on March 26, 2018 at 12:30 pm by BeeMyMinder
Why people don’t achieve their financial goals – animation
There are plenty of reasons that people don’t achieve their financial goals, but sometimes it can be a struggle to understand why. That’s why this month we wanted to show you some of the ways that money-saving goals can fail. So there we have it, five reasons why people can’t achieve their savings goals…. Read More
Posted on March 13, 2018 at 10:30 am by BeeMyMinder
10 hidden costs involved in buying a house
Whether you’re buying your first home, downsizing or hunting for an investment opportunity, there are always hidden costs that you need to be aware of. That’s why this month we’ve created a list of 10 costs that could catch you out when you’re buying a home. During the buying process Conveyance fees Your solicitor… Read More
Posted on February 15, 2018 at 12:00 pm by BeeMyMinder
Why you need to start a pension from an early age
In recent years, the average retirement age has increased and these days, the younger generation are now expected to have a working life of around 50 years. That’s why this month we wanted to highlight some of the main ways you can save, and how you’ll benefit later in life. But before we begin, we’ve… Read More
Posted on January 18, 2018 at 10:30 am by BeeMyMinder
How to get the best deal on your Internet and phone package
For many of us, the Internet in our homes is an integral part of everyday life. However, there are often substantial costs that come with unlimited Netflix streaming and multiple users. These costs can soon add up, and this can cause unnecessary financial strain on the bill payer. That’s why this month we’ve pooled our… Read More