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Ricky Willis

Skint Dad Ricky Willis

Ricky Willis founded the award-winning money saving website SkintDad.co.uk which helps people save money by showing that every penny counts.

What started as a way to share his family’s debt issues, and as a way to be held accountable while paying off £42,000 of consumer debt, quickly became a hit money blog.

Since Ricky launched the site it has attracted over 15 million page views.

Ricky has a passion for finding ways to boost income and has gained experience in website development.

He has appeared on BBC TV, This Morning, Good Morning Britain, as well as in newspapers discussing money issues families face today.

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Loans and the different types of borrowing

by Ricky Willis · updated 19 June 2019

When looking to borrow money for a loan there are many different options. Each type of loan is very different so research thoroughly before you consider applying.

When looking to borrow money as a loan there are many different options. Each type of loan is very different so research thoroughly before you consider … [Read more...]

Checkout Smart Prize Draw – Win £1,000!

by Ricky Willis · updated 18 September 2015

CheckoutSmart have launched a prize draw giving you the chance to win £1,000 cash just for uploading a receipt to the app. There are 20 chances to win!

Checkout Smart have launched a prize draw giving you the chance to win £1,000 cash just for uploading a receipt to the app. There are 20 chances to … [Read more...]

Consumer Rights Act 2015 – Your new consumer rights

by Ricky Willis · updated 11 January 2021

With the new Consumer Rights Act 2015 coming into force on the 1st October this year, Helen Dewdney from The Complaining Cow looks at the act in detail.

Helen Dewdney, blogger and consumer rights campaigner from The Complaining Cow and author of Amazon bestseller How to Complain: The Essential Consumer Guide to … [Read more...]

Using a Credit Card The Right Way

by Ricky Willis · updated 29 April 2019

Paying on a credit card can be a fast way to fall into debt but, used sensibly, a credit card has many benefits which can work in your favour. There was once … [Read more...]

Buy and Sell Gift Vouchers with the Marketplace App Zeek

by Ricky Willis · updated 22 April 2019

Ever been stuck with an unused or unwanted gift voucher that’s just about to run out of date? Now there’s a solution with the marketplace app Zeek.

Ever been stuck with an unused or unwanted gift voucher that’s just about to run out of date? Now there’s a solution with the marketplace app Zeek. I … [Read more...]

Tesco Increases Minimum Spend For Grocery Orders

by Ricky Willis · updated 15 March 2022

The minimum spend for your basket at Tesco groceries will go up from 23 July 2015. This will also impact Tesco Delivery Saver customers. Find out what the other supermarkets consider to be a minimum basket size.

The minimum spend for your basket at Tesco groceries will go up from 23 July 2015. This will also impact Tesco Delivery Saver customers. Find out what the other … [Read more...]

9 Ways to Improve Your Credit Rating Even When You’re in Debt

by Ricky Willis · updated 29 April 2019

Whether you're in debt or not, there are ways in which you can help to improve your credit rating, giving you more chances of getting a good credit score in the future.

Whether you're in debt or not, there are ways in which you can help to improve your credit rating, giving you more chances of getting a good credit score in the … [Read more...]

Week’s Shopping List (for £40!) and Meal Plan to Avoid Food Waste

by Ricky Willis · updated 18 September 2019

With this meal plan and shopping list you can feed a family for just £40 per week, plus if you follow these tips you will have less food waste too.

With this meal plan and shopping list you can feed a family for just £40 per week, plus if you follow these tips you will have less food waste too. It’s … [Read more...]

4 Ways To Save Money While You Sleep

by Ricky Willis · updated 15 October 2021

You can save money loads of ways in everyday living from renegotiating bills to slashing spending. When you fall asleep, saving money doesn't need to stop!

There are plenty of ways to save a bit of cash, even in your sleep. Check out the following tips to see if you can save when you snooze. With every waking … [Read more...]

Audible Free Trial for 30 Days, plus a FREE Audiobook to Keep

by Ricky Willis · updated 1 December 2020

Amazon are running a Audible free trial which gets you 30 days of free access to 150,000+ best sellers as well as giving away a free audiobook which you can keep when the trial ends (even if you cancel!).

Amazon is running an Audible free trial which gets you 30 days of free access to 150,000+ best sellers as well as giving away a free audiobook which you … [Read more...]

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Ricky and Naomi Willis, founders and editors of the Skint Dad website.

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