Got a big holiday coming up? Debts to clear? Maybe you’re just looking to be a little more frugal? Whatever the reason behind the penny pinching, here are some simple ways to help you shop smart and save money. Use cash or debit cards Credit cards are ideal to fall back on in an emergency, or in the face of a temporary cash flow problem. That … [Read more...] about The Seven Best Ways to Shop Smart
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Shopping: Online vs In-Store
We so often hear about the huge shift away from in-store shopping towards the convenience of online shopping, but that’s not to say that the more traditional approach doesn’t still have its loyal supporters. In the ongoing debate over which is best, the people at SwiftMoney.com have put together a handy infographic that compiles some key consumer opinions, based on the findings … [Read more...] about Shopping: Online vs In-Store
How I made £521 in 15 months shopping online via Topcashback
Cashback sites are nothing new, yet a surprising amount of online shoppers do not take advantage of them despite an overwhelming percentage of shoppers now choosing online over physical department stores. It's no surprise; the benefits of shopping online are numerous with many sites competing by offering free delivery, regular special offers, and no hassle returns. However, you … [Read more...] about How I made £521 in 15 months shopping online via Topcashback
What are the top five printer brands in the UK?
Realistically speaking, the big brand printers are all as good as each other, even at the entry level, as printer manufacturers strive to produce machines that are reliable and give great quality printouts. You can’t go wrong with the bigger names – Epson, Hewlett Packard, Brother, Xerox and Canon – and they’ve certainly cornered the UK market. What you need to think about … [Read more...] about What are the top five printer brands in the UK?
Five common financial myths you need to avoid
There is plenty of information we keep on hearing and mistakenly take it as truth. Well, some of it surely is, but what about the false parts? There's also the fact that some of those ideas and beliefs were true at some point but as the world changes, they got overturned. Unfortunately, they may still misguide us and contribute to the poor decisions we make every day. On of the … [Read more...] about Five common financial myths you need to avoid