A quick internet search on the costs of raising a child brings up plenty of results. In real life, however, how much it costs to bring up a child depends largely on your personal situation. How much is housing in your area? How much free childcare can you get from grandparents? Are the local schools […]
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Beware of These Optional Extras Costing You Money
In an ideal world, buyers and sellers would work together to reach a deal with which both were happy. In the real world this does sometimes happen. Sadly it also happens that sellers try to take buyers for as much as they can get. What is more they can use very underhand tricks to achieve […]
Do You Have a Financial Safety Net?
Life happens. It has its ups and realistically it also has its downs. Hopefully, overall, there will be more ups than downs. It is, however, wise to be prepared for the more challenging periods. “Am I protecting my family enough?” is a question to keep in mind at all times. Here are four points to […]
Escaping Debt For Good
There’s lots of good advice available on how to get out of debt. The reality though, is that getting out of debt can be a bit like dieting. Even though, ultimately, it can do you good, the process itself isn’t necessarily a whole lot of fun. Making it fun may be a bit too much […]
How To Get The Mortgage You Want
These days getting a mortgage is a bit like getting a job. You may know you have what it takes to manage it, but unless you communicate that clearly, the chances are you’re going to go away empty-handed. Understanding The Mortgage Landscape The Mortgage Market Review reforms The Mortgage Market […]