In another depressing read for us first-time buyers looking to get onto the property ladder, Peter Temple of Interactive Investor has written an interesting article on the reasons why recently proposed ideas for helping first-time buyers are unlikely to work. Two proposed ideas: Build lots of new houses (it’s just a question of supply and […]
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New Website Devoted To Saving For Children
Interactive Investor has launched a new site aimed at providing information on saving for children. The site, Saving For Children .co.uk, covers several important areas of providing financial support for your children
Money Saving Expert Round-Up
Martin Lewis is proclaimed as the U.K.’s only Money Saving Expert – his site has a vast array of information and tips as to how you can save money in many areas. I recommend taking a browse through the site and the forums, and I also intend to post regular round-ups pointing to the most interesting information.
Young Workers Failing To Take Pension
In a follow-up to my earlier post on workers failing to join their company pension schemes, IFAOnline reports that in a survey by insurance firm Clerical Medical, up to 70% of young employees are failing to join their schemes. As with previous research, poor understanding of pensions, complex pension rules and a lack of belief […]
Share Trading Mistakes
Decision Point has an interesting article on share trading mistakes, which is a really good starting point for things to consider when investing in the stock market. If there was a share trading course at university, this should be used as its first lecture.
The Best Financial Advice
The U.S. based Free Money Finance has been running a great series of articles featuring the top single piece of advice from 5 personal finance experts. Although each piece is only brief, I think they’re all worth taking note of as they provide the basis for looking after your money.
Workers Failing To Join Company Pensions
Survey by Axa suggests that 5 million British workers are losing out financially by not joining their company pension schemes.
Struggling to get on the Property Ladder
Like many people, I’m getting more and more distressed about my chances of getting onto the property ladder. Average house prices are far beyond what my single income could manage, but a new government initiative may give first-time buyers a chance to get onto the property ladder.