Being in debt effects more than just being able to get credit. Managing your money badly can negatively impact on loads of things in your everyday life … [Read more...]
Better manage your money
Skint Dad knows every penny counts.
Whether it's dealing with debt or saving for a rainy day we give ideas to help you manage your money better.
Negative Inflation: What Does it Mean?
For the first time in 50 years inflation in the UK has dropped to a negative level. But, is this a good thing or a bad thing, and what does this actually mean … [Read more...]
5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying ANYTHING
Before making any purchase, I have a think about it and question why. This has saved me from overspending, buying worthless stuff and has saved me … [Read more...]
7 Simple Ways to Spring Clean Your Finances
You can spring clean your finances at any point but, with the new financial year upon us, now is a better time than ever to get those finances in … [Read more...]
Child Trust Fund changes – transfer to a Junior ISA?
The new tax year sees changes in how savings work for children. The Child Trust Fund can now be transferred to a Junior ISA with more choices and potentially … [Read more...]
How I Intend to Kick Debt’s Butt
For the last 18 months, I have been trying my hardest to improve our financial situation. At times we've made some real progress and managed to pay off large … [Read more...]
Career Choices as a Young Adult
Making career choices as a young adult are tough, especially if you are undecided on what to do. Will these decisions you make define the rest of your … [Read more...]
15 Simple Lessons Learnt From Being in Debt
For the last 15 years of my life, I have been in debt. It's not always been for such a huge amount, though. At first, it was small and manageable, but then … [Read more...]
How to Save Money When You Live Paycheck to Paycheck
Do you find yourself living paycheck to paycheck every month? I know it seems difficult, but with a few changes, your situation can greatly improve. For a … [Read more...]
Outstanding Debt – Another One Bites the Dust!
Today I reduced my debt by another £1,000. Although it's not been easy, in 16 months we've reduced our total debt from £42,000 to £27,000. It's been a … [Read more...]
