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Cost of Living, General Interest

Direct debits that could surprise you!  

From rising energy bills (again) to the increase in your insurance premium, it has never been more important to keep an eye on your outgoings.

Reading time: 7 minutes

Written by: Catherine Grayson

Published on: 28 February 2025

Cost of Living, Home Related, Summer

How much is your water bill rising by?

Will this scupper your spring?

Reading time: 4 minutes

Written by: Ellyn Wright

Published on: 25 February 2025

Cost of Living, General Interest, Home Related, Seasonal

Your guide to growing: top springtime garden tips

Get your garden growing without breaking the bank!

Reading time: 5 minutes

Written by: Ellyn Wright

Published on: 24 February 2025

Cost of Living, General Interest

Will banks completely disappear from our high streets?

Is your local bank shutting down this year? Or maybe it’s gone already. We examine what’s happening to your local high street.

Reading time: 4 minutes

Written by: Ellyn Wright

Published on: 18 February 2025

Cost of Living, General Interest

Councils cut back bin collections

Is your rubbish about to pile up?

Reading time: 4 minutes

Written by: Ellyn Wright

Published on: 18 February 2025

Cost of Living, General Interest

Where can kids eat for free this February half term?

Your guide to half term bargains!

Reading time: 4 minutes

Written by: Ellyn Wright

Published on: 14 February 2025

Car Related, Cost of Living

Dashcams and driver scores – do they reduce your premium?

Debunking the most common car insurance myths!

Reading time: 5 minutes

Written by: Ellyn Wright

Published on: 16 January 2025

Cost of Living, Employment, Health Related, Life Related, Winter

Everyday accidents – a hidden epidemic?

Could your bed be more dangerous than stairs?

Reading time: 5 minutes

Written by: Ellyn Wright

Published on: 16 January 2025

Cost of Living, Winter

Winter fun for everyone!

Need some budget-friendly inspiration for the new year?

Reading time: 7 minutes

Written by: Ellyn Wright

Published on: 12 December 2024

Cost of Living, Home Related

Watchdog: ‘Increasing number of home insurance claims rejected’

Are insurers simply avoiding paying out, or are consumers choosing the wrong cover? We review the latest findings.

Reading time: 4 minutes

Written by: Catherine Grayson

Published on: 10 December 2024

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