by Alan Rogers | 5th Oct 2017 | Smarter Finances
Christmas? But it’s only October I hear you say! Unlike putting up the decorations, it’s never too early to start saving for the big day. According to YouGov, a typical family spends £796 at Christmas and many end up pushing their budgets to the limit and pay the...
by Alan Rogers | 29th Sep 2017 | Smarter Finances
As with any insurance cover, pet insurance can seem like an unnecessary expense to the overly optimistic: another payment each month when the purse strings are tight. However there’s no free National Health Service for our beloved pets, and if kitty Tiddles is...
by Alan Rogers | 25th Sep 2017 | Smarter Finances
When I was a child, birthday parties involved of a house full of screaming children eating sausage rolls, too much jelly and birthday cake, and playing pass the parcel (if the music could be heard above the racket). Today? My, how times have changed! Peer pressure and...
by Alan Rogers | 20th Sep 2017 | Smarter Finances
If you have a mortgage, you probably have a compelling desire to reduce the amount you owe and the number of years you have left to repay. After all, the longer your mortgage lasts, the more you’ll pay in interest and associated life insurance policies. For most...
by Alan Rogers | 18th Sep 2017 | Smarter Finances
Wading through the numerous investment products available can be overwhelming. First you need to choose one to suit your needs, and secondly you need a clear understanding what you’re investing in and the risk factors associated. Sounds obvious, right? Well, not...
by Alan Rogers | 15th Sep 2017 | Smarter Finances
If you’re constantly struggling with money, perhaps it’s time to gain some insights into what you can do differently. These 5 popular books about making money and wealth protection will give you inspiring and new ideas to create a wealthier you. The...