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Ricky Willis

Ricky Willis from Skint Dad

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.

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Saving money with a pot of dreams

by Ricky Willis · updated 1 December 2020

Saving a little bit at a time using leftover change can really add up and help with the costs of Christmas. It’s easy to get your kids involved too.

Saving a little bit at a time using leftover change can really add up and help with the costs of Christmas. It’s easy to get your kids involved too. Now … [Read more...]

Stop Being Over Charged for Gas and Electric

by Ricky Willis · updated 16 March 2022

Energy companies have been overcharging the majority of us and have not passed their savings on for gas and electricity costs. What can you do about it? Lots!

Energy companies have been overcharging the majority of us and have not passed their savings on for gas and electricity costs. What can you do about it? … [Read more...]

NutriBullet Blenders: 5 bargain alternatives

by Ricky Willis · updated 22 July 2016

The Nutribullet Blender is great for soups and smoothies but can put a dent on your budget. Take a look at some budget friendlier cheaper options.

The NutriBullet Blender is great for soups and smoothies but can put a dent on your budget. Take a look at some budget friendlier cheaper options. I have to … [Read more...]

How I Made Over £2,800 From Blogging In December

by Ricky Willis · updated 15 March 2022

Having started blogging just a few years ago, I’m now making thousands every month. If you’re interested in making money online then I show you how I make thousands of pounds each month and how you can too.

This is the first in a series of posts where I will show you what I earn from my blog on a month-to-month basis. The aim is not to brag but instead show you … [Read more...]

15 Money Saving New Year’s Resolution Ideas

by Ricky Willis · updated 2 October 2019

Get your year off to a kick start by making sure your set a New Years Resolution to save money, boost your income or manage your finances better.

Get your year off to a kick start by making sure you set a New Years Resolution to save money, boost your income or manage your finances better. Happy … [Read more...]

Delicious and Easy Ideas to Use Up Your Christmas Leftovers

by Ricky Willis · updated 20 April 2019

For most people, Christmas involves buying shedloads of food, the idea of the remote possibility of running out being completely unacceptable. Far better to have too much – yes, me too! Having fed the hordes, do you now find yourself with a wheelbarrow or so of leftovers to use up? What to do – as a writer of a blog on how to feed yourself, well and healthily, on £1 a day, maybe I can offer a few suggestions that may help.

The following post is from food blogger Thrifty Lesley who creates recipes and meal plans with fresh ingredients and leftovers so you can feed yourself for just … [Read more...]

Skint Dad’s Five Top Tips for Christmas

by Ricky Willis · updated 22 April 2019

After seeing these 12 Tips of Christmas from TSB, I thought I’d share some of the ideas that I’ve had to make Christmas easier and hopefully cheaper for you this year and next.

After reading about the 12 Tips of Christmas from TSB, I thought I’d share some of the ideas that I’ve had to make Christmas easier and hopefully cheaper for … [Read more...]

How to Boost Your Income Doing Things You Love

by Ricky Willis · updated 20 April 2019

To save money for a house deposit, Jenni from Can't Swing a Cat, recently began to make extra income outside of the traditional 9-5 - and you can too!

When it comes to saving money for something special, whether that's a house deposit, a new car or a much-needed holiday, reducing your outgoings can be a great … [Read more...]

To Move Or Not To Move? That Is The Question!

by Ricky Willis · updated 15 March 2022

If you had the opportunity to cut your outgoings by 50% and your income stays the same but it would mean up heaving your family and moving; would you do it?

So I have a question for you. If you had the opportunity to cut your outgoings by at least 50% and your income stays the same, but it would mean up heaving … [Read more...]

5 ways to save money without even trying

by Ricky Willis · updated 21 October 2021

When you want to save money but struggle to cut out spending it can be hard. Don't cut back but use these hassle free ways to save money without even trying.

When you want to save money but struggle to cut out spending it can be hard. Don't cut back but use these hassle free ways to save money without even … [Read more...]

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