Many people started the 1p saving challenge at the beginning of the year but a few of you have started to struggle. Don’t get put off – here are some tips to keep you on track so you can still save £667.95 by the end of the year. Many people started the 1p saving challenge… more
Give Back This Christmas With a Reverse Advent Calendar
As it’s the season of giving, join us and start a Reverse Advent Calendar. No one should have to go hungry this Christmas (or any other time!) ‘Tis the season to be jolly and it’s also the season of giving. While opening up presents is fun, it’s the giving that’s more fun. But what if you’ve… more
How to Get Out Of Your Overdraft (and Stay Out Forever!)
If you’re stuck in your overdraft every month, you don’t need to be, and there are things you can do to make a change and clear your overdraft. As soon as you’re paid, it feels great until the bills are paid and – BAM – you’re straight back into using your expensive overdraft all over… more
Are Buy Now Pay Later Supermarkets a Good Idea?
Could a no credit check, no interest, no fee, buy now pay later supermarket be a lifesaver, or is it not all it’s cracked up to be? Buy now pay later sounds like a good idea from the outset. You may not have any money saved and, say, your TV is up the spout. A shop… more
Is Your Child at Risk of Being a Money Mule?
Children think they’re making fast and easy cash, but are instead being used by gangs as money mules. Don’t let them become a victim of the scams. As the parent of a teenager, there’s a lot of stuff going on. And yes, clearly I’ve never been a teenager myself so have no idea what my… more
ACT NOW: Last Chance to Claim PPI
Time is running out! Claim PPI before the final 29 August 2019 deadline. It’s free and easy to do. Skint Dad is an ambassador of the FCA’s PPI deadline campaign. When I was a kid, I was one of those people who did my homework the night before it was due in. Sometimes I was… more
