Money Matters

Regular readers or visitors to this site will know that I cleared half of my debt in one day by going on a TV quiz show and using my winnings to clear some of it off. At the time I was in debt management and I was desperate. I’ve never wanted to go on TV … Read the rest

Car accidents are unfortunately a common occurence. Even if you are the best driver in the world, there is no guarantee that the people around you will be good drivers or even if they will tell the truth in the event of an accident.

In March of 2019, I was involved in a car accident … Read the rest

It’s 2020 and I don’t know where the last year has gone! New Year is a great time to look forward and set goals for the upcoming year, but also a time to reflect on the previous year.

As you look back on 2019, are there any particular successes you want to focus on or … Read the rest

I never know that expired credit card charges were a thing, or an issue but I have now learnt my lesson.

I have previously been a user of an online automation tool. I never really got on with it and I didn’t plan on renewing the service. I’d seen a few emails from them about … Read the rest

I need to be honest. I’m really bad at managing my money! Just because I’m a money blogger doesn’t mean I’ve got it all sussed out. I spend too much, I have frugal fails all the time, and I don’t track my spending – which is definitely going to change going forward. I am queen … Read the rest

Christmas can be one of the most expensive time of the year. From food, gifts and travel, it all adds up. It’s a stressful enough time, seeing people, going here there and everywhere, without the addedd financial stresses so I’ve spoken to some of the UK’s top money bloggers to find out their top tips … Read the rest

On a quick look at the Purple Bricks Reviews on Trustpilot, they on the whole have really good reviews, but are these to be believed? Check out other review sites for other opinions!

No Commissery?

We’ve all seen or heard the adverts – the online estate agent Purple Bricks promising to save you “commissery” due … Read the rest

I inadvertently became a landlord a few years ago when I rented out my flat in order to take a gap year working for my old church. The church provided accommodation for me, but to cover the mortgage I needed to rent out the flat. I spoke to a few rental agencies and decided upon … Read the rest