Online shoppers are saving a fortune

  Millions of shoppers are turning to EBay to source products at cheaper prices. This is the consumer behaviour a recent consumer survey has revealed. For many families, EBay represents an opportunity to buy the items they need at a much lower price. And all sorts of items are being bought in this way.If you want to save some money it is always worth looking online. There are a number of leading online retailers offering major brands and...

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Are you throwing money in the bin every day?

A recent report in a leading British newspaper reported that the average family is throwing away £60 worth of food per week!Are you throwing up to three crisp twenty pound notes in the bin every week?Here are some tips to cut down on wasting food and save money while you do it.Bulk buying – this was highlighted as the number one reason for waste. People are tempted to buy large quantities of produce that has been sold as offers. Multi-buy options create the habit of buying far more than we need, or can eat. The result is wasted food, and money,...

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Keep an eye out for holiday special offers and last minute deals

Last minute deals and special offers for package holidays are a great way to enjoy the sun this summer, without having to pay high prices. And the last minute deals are not always so last minute. Today, after a simple search online, the results revealed deals available for holidays in May and June.It is worth remembering that as soon as a hotel or holiday resort can see that it needs to boost bookings or if certain weeks need to be filled, they...

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Watch Out For Email Scams, Phishing Emails And Nasty Viruses!

Sadly, the number of email and social media scams is increasing. Every day we are bombarded with information and it is becoming harder to distinguish between the truth and the lies!Even the most tech savvy people can be caught out by these terrible schemes. Here are a few that have been doing the rounds that you should be aware of.Scammers are now becoming more aware of our social networks and the connection’s we have with people on line. As...

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Do You Check Your Bank And Utility Bill Statements?

Many people do not check the statements they receive from their banks or utility companies. This is a mistake, since computers and companies can often make errors and mistakes that result in us having to pay more. It is always worth checking.Checking your bank statements is the best way to keep an eye on your expenditure, make sure there are no unauthorised payments coming off, and it’s a great way of keeping your account in the black and avoiding...

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Reading Does Not Need To be Expensive!

We’ve received a few emails from parents keen for suggestions on how to encourage their children to read more without having to fork out for expensive books every week.While this answer may be obvious, the truth is, the best way to encourage children to read for free is to take them to the library. Sadly, increasing numbers of libraries are being closed down, and this is removing wonderful resources that we have traditionally always enjoyed in...

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Imagine A Week In A Country Cottage

Spending part of your summer vacation in a country cottage was once the choice of the middle classes. Now, this option is increasingly the top choice for working families on a budget. It’s an option that is particularly popular amongst families who are not keen on going abroad to spend the obligatory two weeks spit-roasting on the beach!There are literally thousands of holiday cottages all over England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland that...

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