Personal Finance News

25 Nov

Shopping Early Will Save You Money this Christmas

MyVoucherCodes money-saving expert, Sarah-Jane Outten, explains how she saves money by wrapping up her Christmas shopping early.   Overspending is easy at Christmas, but there are ways to avoid it and shopping early is one of those ways. Take a look at my helpful tips that will save you a few pounds this Christmas.   […]

25 Nov

What broadband speeds does the average user need?

A new study has revealed that most Brits overestimate their broadband needs, leaving them overpaying for packages. One-third (34%) of internet users pay for speeds in excess of 150Mbps, but just a fifth (21%) actually needs broadband as fast as this. The research states that 50 megabits per second (Mbps) is the broadband speed most […]

22 Nov

Top 20 Christmas traditions revealed

Leeds Building Society has revealed the top 20 Christmas traditions with some surprising findings. Despite our social media feeds being swamped with images of the Elf of the Shelf and his increasingly inventive escapades, shockingly only 9% of Brits welcome him into their homes. However festive outings like Christmas markets (44%) and seasonal parties (33%) […]

13 Nov

Online Shopping Predicted To Dominate This Black Friday

Black Friday continues to be the biggest shopping event of the year, with retailers slashing prices in-store and online. A recent survey by MyVoucherCodes revealed that 37% of Brits will shop online this Black Friday. 40% of shoppers said they would wait until Black Friday to nab the ultimate bargain, and 80% of Brits splashed […]

12 Nov

Six weeks to go – Christmas saving tips from Hodge Bank

With just six weeks to go, the festive season will be here before we know it. And with this, usually comes financial pressures of present giving, decorations, food costs and extra social events. So, Hodge is sharing three saving tips and hacks for people who aren’t feeling prepared for the season ahead. Hodge has revealed […]

12 Nov

Simple broadband mistake is costing users millions

New research has found that 9.5 million households in the UK are paying for broadband speeds they don’t need. Just over a third (34%) of internet users overpay for their broadband packages, equal to an estimated £53 million spent on unused speeds each month. This translates to a jaw-dropping £637 million over the course of […]

11 Nov

Frozen ISA Allowance Could Cost Savers Over £56,500

New research from Leeds Building Society has revealed that savers will potentially miss out on more than £56,500 in tax-free savings through the planned 12-year freezing of the ISA allowance threshold. Whilst only 16.9% of savers used the full amount of their tax-free allowance last year, many people had hoped that the Chancellor would finally […]

6 Nov

Biggest ever upfront offer for new American Express® Platinum Cardmembers with up to £500 worth of points available

American Express has today launched a series of limited-time sign-up offers, including the biggest ever upfront points offer on the Platinum® Card, giving new Platinum Cardmembers 80,000 bonus Membership Rewards® points and Gold Cardmembers 30,000 points where spend thresholds are met. A Platinum offer From today until 14 January 2025, Platinum Cardmembers can earn 80,000 bonus Membership Rewards® points, […]

31 Oct

American Express to give Platinum Cardmembers up to £400 back when they spend at qualifying restaurants in 2025

 American Express today announced benefits enhancements on The Platinum Card®, giving Cardmembers £400 back when they spend at restaurants. Launching in early January 2025, Cardmembers can receive £100 back when they dine at participating UK restaurants between January and June, then another £100 between July and December. The same cashback benefits will apply to Cardmembers […]