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Self Assessment payment deadline today – July 31
If you are required to make income tax payments on account, today is the deadline for the second payment on account for the tax year ended 5 April 2024. You will probably have made a first payment on account in January along with a balance payment for the 2022/23 tax...
Buying Your First Car (UK): 5 Tips
Buying your first car is an exciting milestone, but it can be a daunting process, especially with so many options and choices to consider. Whether you’re a new driver or upgrading from a shared family vehicle, these five tips will help you navigate the car-buying...
Moving Out of your Parents House: 5 Tips
Moving out of your parents’ home can be both thrilling and daunting. It marks a significant transition towards independence and adulthood. Whether you’re moving for college, a job, or simply to start a new chapter of your life, here are 5 essential tips to help you...
Mortgage Decisions: What Age for Homeownership
Taking out a mortgage is one of the most significant financial decisions someone can make in their lifetime. Timing plays a crucial role in ensuring that your first home is a sound investment whilst additionally, making sure you aren’t overextended. Here are 4 key...
Shopping Habits : How to Break Them
How to Break Shopping Habits In today's consumer-driven world, it's easy to fall into the trap of excessive shopping. Whether it's the lure of online deals or the thrill of in-store purchases, shopping habits can quickly spiral out of control, leading to financial...
Starting a Business in the UK: 4 Things to Know
Starting a business in the UK can be an exciting yet challenging venture. Whether you’re launching a tech startup or a retail store, it’s essential to understand the core steps to success. This week we’re looking at how to start a business in the UK. Here’s 4 things...
Wasted Stock: Saving you Money and the Environment
Wasted stock that remains unsold or goes out of date, can be a significant drain on a business’ resources. Therefore, it should be a priority for all businesses to limit this wastage, allowing for greater profit and less environmental impact. Here are several...
Debt Repayment: A Vital Aspect of Financial Success
Debt repayment is a crucial aspect of financial health. Not only this, but if not managed correctly, it can be detrimental to your overall wellbeing. Whether it be student loans to credit card debt, managing and repaying debt should be a priority. This week we’re...
Hospitality Industry Growth: What’s Happening?
The hospitality industry has grown remarkably within the UK in recent years. This change derives from several factors that have collectively acted to boost demand and sales. This week, we’re looking at the reasons for this growth, and if this success will continue....
Cyber Security Essentials: Strengthening Financial Security
Cyber Security threats such as phishing, malware and data breaches are unfortunate realities that pose significant risk to all of us. In the modern digital landscape, safeguarding your personal finances is an essential part of money management. To combat these...
Retirement Planning: 6 Reasons Why Securing your Future Matters
Retirement planning is more than just setting aside money for the future. Rather its about security and peace of mind in your later years. This week we're discussing 6 key reasons to why you should start planning for your future and some practical tips on how to get...
Tax Return – Getting on Top of It 2023
There’s no better feeling than having your finances in order, that includes your tax return. Whether it be an effective budget, or automated investments, financial literacy cannot be recommended enough. HM Revenue & Customs feels the same. This year HMRC is...