Meal kits like Gousto and HelloFresh sound great when you are fed up with food shopping, meal planning and throwing mouldy bits out of the fridge. But do … [Read more...]
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Ricky Willis
Ricky Willis is the founder of Skint Dad, a UK website helping families make their money go further.
Skint Dad began during a tough period, when Ricky and his family were working their way out of £42,000 of debt. What started as a way to stay accountable quickly grew into a place for honest, real-life money help without judgement.
Today, Ricky shares simple, practical tips based on lived experience, focusing on cutting bills, saving at the supermarket, and finding small ways to boost income at home.
He has appeared on BBC TV, This Morning, and Good Morning Britain, and is regularly asked to comment on the money pressures families face across the UK.
Make your festive spending go further with the latest Amex cashback deals
When money is tight, getting a little something back while you shop can take the edge off the December squeeze. If you’ve got an American Express card, … [Read more...]
UK rents up 5% to £1,360 a month: what it really means for your budget
Rents have climbed again across the UK. In the year to October 2025, the average private rent rose by 5%, taking the typical monthly cost to £1,360. That … [Read more...]
5 reasons UK drivers prefer monthly leasing to financing
Many drivers across the UK want a simple, predictable way to use a car without long-term commitment or rising running costs. Monthly leasing has now become … [Read more...]
Why selling your stuff is one of the fastest ways to get cash
When money is tight, waiting for a new side hustle to grow can feel impossible. Selling things you already own is often the quickest way to bring in cash in … [Read more...]
New side hustles you can start today that didn’t exist a few years ago
Many people feel they’ve done every side hustle going. But in the last four years, a whole new set of ways to earn money online has appeared. Some of them … [Read more...]
1p Saving Challenge – tips to save successfully
Simple tips to help you stay on track with the 1p savings challenge and grow £667.95 in a year, even if you’ve struggled to keep it going. Plenty of people … [Read more...]
Easily save £667.95 in 2026 with the 1p Saving Challenge + FREE printables
Grow £667.95 in a year by saving pennies each day. A simple 1p challenge anyone can start in 2026, with free printables and alternatives. Why the 1p … [Read more...]
Where to borrow a small amount safely in the UK
When money is tight, even a small emergency can knock everything off track. A broken cooker, a school trip, or a car repair might only cost £50 or £100, but … [Read more...]
How to open a bank account if you have no fixed address
Opening a bank account can feel out of reach when you do not have a fixed address. Without one, getting wages paid in, receiving benefits or sorting bills … [Read more...]
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