Budgeting Archive

Published in December 2011

Make a fortune in the Chinese Year of the Dragon
by Neil Faulkner | From Dragon's Den to festival dragons, we give you money tips for the Year of the Dragon.
Plan early for a low-cost Christmas
by Ed Bowsher | Forward planning is the best way to keep a lid on spending at Christmas. That's why you should start planning for Christmas 2012 right now!
Women save more than men
by Ed Bowsher | A new survey reveals that women save more than men in the UK.
Women blow the Christmas budget with `top-up' gifts
by Simon Ward | A new survey says that nearly half of women admit to spending more than they planned to on Christmas presents.
Three dangerous ways to borrow
by Ed Bowsher | If you're desperate for some extra cash, make sure you avoid these risky borrowing options...

Published in November 2011

Life? Sorry, you can't afford it
by Harvey Jones | As the cost of seemingly everything rises, Harvey Jones explains how to prioritise exactly where your cash should be going.
One and a half million households won't be able to afford Christmas
by lovemoney staff | Christmas is going to be tough for lots of families this year. We highlight a tool that could help.
The secret to getting rich
by Cliff D'Arcy | We explain the secret to getting rich using credit cards, mortgages and savings accounts!

Published in October 2011

Make your money last until payday!
by lovemoney staff | Does your salary normally disappear before payday? Here's how to make sure it never happens again.
Cutting back on the basics to pay for essential luxuries
by lovemoney staff | More than half of Brits consider a holiday a 'lifestyle essential,' and they're prepared to cut back elsewhere to pay for it.
Don't let Christmas ruin your finances
by Ed Bowsher | Christmas is only ten weeks away, and that means more and more people are starting to worry how they're going to cope financially. Here are some tips on how to reduce your financial stress.

Published in September 2011

Keeping up with the Joneses
by lovemoney staff | Find out if you're spending more than the average.
How to find more money for entertainment
by Neil Faulkner | Rather than struggling to get by on £100 spare income, here are some tips from money advisers.

Published in August 2011

Tesco squeezed by Waitrose and Aldi
by lovemoney staff | Tesco is losing market share. More shoppers are either focusing on price or on high-quality food.
The world's most expensive holidays
by John Fitzsimons | We look at some of the most expensive holidays around.

Published in May 2011

The second most popular thing to do online!
by John Fitzsimons | We all love to bank online, but it can be made a lot easier.
Seven easy ways to cut your living costs
by John Fitzsimons | Many of us spend more than we could each month. Here are seven ways to detox your finances, cut your outgoings and make sure you're richer this month!

Published in April 2011

Make your money last until payday!
by Jane Baker | Does your salary regularly disappear well before payday? Here's how to make sure it never happens again.

Published in February 2011

Ten ways to save without realising!
by Rachel Wait | If you're having trouble finding enough spare cash to save, just follow these top ten tips!
The five worst money myths
by Donna Ferguson | Stop believing these money myths and you'll never be short of money again...
Five things to do before you die
by Jane Baker | Check out these five crucial things you must do... before it's too late.

Published in January 2011

How to survive until payday!
by Christine Whitfield | Feeling a bit strapped for cash after all the expenses of Christmas? Here's a step-by-step guide on how to make sure you don't get into debt this month.
11 routes to riches in 2011
by Christina Jordan | Eleven tips to help you have a prosperous New Year and beyond.
Obliterate your money worries forever this year
by Neil Faulkner | Learn how to get rid of your money worries forever this year.
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