Coronavirus scams: how to stay safe

Many people in the UK are already struggling financially because of coronavirus. The last thing they need is to lose even more money. But the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau says that victims have already lost almost a million pounds to…



7 tips to see you through social isolation

I don’t know about you, but I managed (somehow) to make it through week one of lockdown. But now that I’ve skyped everyone in my phone book more than once, and read every Covid-19 article in existence, what do I…



Emergency financial help if you are impacted …

We’ve all been impacted in some way by the Coronavirus outbreak. What we have to deal with will be varied, but for many, their concerns will include the financial impact on the household. It could be that your job is…



Coronavirus and your energy supply

Last updated 10.30am Tuesday 24th March If your income has suddenly gone down as a result of the coronavirus outbreak, paying your usual bills could make it difficult for you to afford groceries or medicine. And if you pay for…



Coronavirus and your mortgage: information fo…

Last updated: March 2021 If you’re a homeowner and your income has been impacted by coronavirus, you might be concerned about paying your mortgage. The mortgage payment holiday scheme has been extended a few times – here are the most…



How to save for a wedding

Wondering how to save for a wedding? First of all – congratulations! Your wedding day should be one of the happiest days of your life. And making all the arrangements can be a lot of fun (as well as a…



Can you get Universal Credit on a zero-hours …

Over a million people in the UK are on a zero-hours contract. If you are one of them, you might be looking for information about whether you can get any financial help. Or maybe you’re already a Universal Credit claimant…



How Can I Improve My Credit Score?

A poor credit score can affect your life in several ways. You may find it more difficult – and/or more expensive – to get a mortgage, buy a car or even take out a mobile phone contract. Cleaning up your…



Can bailiffs take my car? A guide to your rig…

A bailiff’s visit, or a letter warning of one, can be worrying and often somewhat confusing. It’s almost always a sign that you could use some help with your debts. So once you’ve read this article, take a look at…