Personal Finance News

14 Aug

New Amex Cashback Everyday Cardmembers to earn 5% cashback up to an increased £125

American Express today increased the sign-up bonus on its Amex® Cashback Everyday Credit Card, offering new Cardmembers 5% cashback up to an increased £125, over an extended five month welcome period.    This is £25 more than the previous £100 limit on the 5% introductory cashback rate, and runs for an additional two months – five […]

7 Aug

How do your holiday savings compare to the UK average?

New research has revealed that most people in the UK are putting money away for holidays, with more than half having a specific savings account to pay for their trips. The survey from Leeds Building Society found that 55% of people have a dedicated holiday fund, and just over a third (35%) have more than one. As […]

31 Jul

Cost of living crisis threatens holiday plans

A recent study reveals that nearly a third (31%) of Brits face financial difficulties. With the cost of living crisis ongoing, 40% of UK residents are scaling back their spending on holidays this year, and nearly half (48%) are cutting back on the number of holidays they take, or skipping their break altogether. Despite these […]

26 Jul

Why Your Business Reputation is Vital for Success

There is nothing more important than your reputation in the construction industry. Building up a positive reputation over the years will make it much easier to win over new clients and find ongoing work, especially as this can lead to word-of-mouth marketing (which remains highly effective in this industry). So, how can you build a […]

25 Jul

Europe’s worst family holiday spots revealed

Turkey has been named Europe’s least family-friendly destination, scoring just 2.7 out of 10 in the latest index from that evaluated Europe’s most popular destinations based on suitable family criteria. The research, by Go.Compare, evaluated Europe’s most popular travel destinations based on several factors geared towards families: their availability of family-friendly hotels, airport reliability, and the […]

25 Jul

Life insurance or income protection insurance?

Having financial protection in place to provision for a worst-case scenario is always a good idea, especially if you have a family who rely on you. But which policy type provides the right cover for you, at the best available price? In the below article we explore the merits of two of the most popular […]

24 Jul

The Impact of Remote Working on Payroll Management

Remote working has in many cases become the norm since the COVID-19 pandemic and can bring a wide range of benefits for both employees and employees. While there are undoubtedly benefits for all parties, remote working can also present some unique challenges. One area that has become a lot more complex since the rise of […]

22 Jul

British holidaymakers to spend £2,800+ on foreign trips this summer

 With holidays on the horizon for many, new research from American Express shows that British holidaymakers expect to spend £2,804 across the summer on international trips, with almost 4 in 10 (39%) planning to spend more on foreign holidays this summer versus last. Many UK travellers are planning to take multiple foreign holidays this summer […]

16 Jul

Social Media Inspires Gen Z to Save More and Budget Better

Social media may be inspiring a new generation of savvy savers and fiscally responsible young adults, with 74% of Gen Z participating in social media-driven challenges to boost their overall savings as revealed in the latest NatWest Savings Index. In comparison to other age groups, Gen Z are the most likely of any generation to budget. […]