An experienced financial commentator relates his tales of bad financial mistakes, including gambling, debt, and worst of all, not listening to the wife.
Month: June 2005
Mortgage Mistakes
Three of the biggest mistakes that you can make with your mortgage are featured over at The Motley Fool. Sticking with your loan or lender – as the article says, don’t do it! Getting tied in to a poor mortgage deal or one with high redemption penalties, or just being too lazy to change, are […]
Rich List By Name
Completely unscientific survey shows top U.K. earners by name.
Young Adults Face Debt Disaster
The Motley Fool has a couple of tips for keeping on top of student debt.
Hidden Savings from Correct Tyre Pressure
Using the correct pressure in your car tyres will save you money.
Student Financial Survival Guide
Although the new term is some way off, it’s never too soon to start thinking about finances, and for university students it’s no exception. I was probably one of the last of the lucky students who didn’t have to pay tuition fees. I also received a student grant to help cover living costs – the […]
Using Credit Cards Overseas
The holiday season is upon us – although credit cards are convenient to use overseas, be careful of the charges.
Beware of New Scam
Emma Simon at the Telegraph is reporting about a new banking scam (at least it’s new to me), which I think needs publicising, as it could catch a few people out. Apparently scamsters are ringing shops and restaurants pretending to be their banks, telling the staff that their systems are down and that their customers […]
London Most Expensive City in Europe
Looking for somewhere cheap to live? Steer clear of Tokyo and London.
Best Financial Advice From Bloggers
New series from Free Money Finance giving the best advice that various personal finance bloggers can give.