I kept hearing the name Approved Food and I didn’t really know what it was, and every time I meant to go and look it up, I would totally forget. Then one of my friends told me that they had just started ordering from there and how great it was so I really needed to … Read the rest
Continue ReadingHow to get O2 priority on ANY network
If you are here you have probably heard about 02 Priority and want to get your hands on it! I was the same. I am a frugal and thrifty being, and I enjoy shopping around and saving money where possible. One of my favourite ways of getting freebies and saving money is by using O2 … Read the rest
Continue ReadingHow cheap travel insurance can save your (financial) life!
Travel insurance is an essential for any traveller. Whilst I actively advocate saving money on pretty much anything and everything possible, there are some major exceptions and insurance is one of those things that you shouldn’t scrimp on by not buying – especially when there are so many cheap travel insurance options out there. Pet … Read the rest
Continue ReadingHow paying for an airport lounge can SAVE you money!
I’ve recently been on holiday and the friend that I was travelling with and I decided that we would treat ourselves to a lounge at the airport prior to departure. Much as this was very much a treat for us, in hindsight we actually saved quite a lot of money by doing this. I’m going … Read the rest
Continue ReadingDefence Discount Service – what is it and who is eligible?
Whilst travelling in the US last year, I met a wonderful American couple. He was retired Military and in conversation they told me about all the discounts and deals in place in the USA for military personnel and veterans as a thank you for their service to the country. It got me thinking – do … Read the rest
Continue ReadingHow to learn for free
Whether you just have an interest you want to learn more about, or whether you want to upskill to further your career prospects, there are millions of training providers out there. Some of them will charge a small fortune, but some provide some really good quality free learning. If you want something specific (like … Read the rest
Continue ReadingAdopt, don’t shop – the purrfect pet doesn’t need to cost a fortune!
The Maths Factor – a review
I am passionate about financial education. I really feel that as young people we aren’t taught enough about the skills required to manage our money when we get older. A big part of this is maths skills. Whilst I was never great at managing my money, I was lucky enough to always enjoy maths … Read the rest
Continue ReadingThe financial cost of being environmentally friendly
There are no two ways about it – being environmentally friendly can bring about a cost, and only you can decide how much you want to or can afford to pay for things. There are many reasons we choose a cheaper or easier option and I am more than guilty of this. Whether it’s picking … Read the rest
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