I have started working at the age of 12 or 13. No child labor, I was a baby sitter, then a tutor to smaller kids, and since I also played the piano well enough, my music teacher would lend me the music room at lunch time to teach a one hour lesson. I remember I… Read more
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Clicking into place: Are people getting more financial advice from the web?
Today, financial advice is available from all manner of sources. Traditionally, people would head to their local bank or building society to ask for help with anything from buying a house to taking out a loan or saving for the future, but a growing number are looking to alternative sources for handy financial tips such… Read more
7 in 10 Brits have debt problems – how can we stop being overwhelmed by debts?
Imagesource.com According to latest studies, seven in ten Brits are experiencing debt problems, with many not responding to the issue until £1250 of debt has been accrued. Financial management can always prove to be a challenge even to the most savvy of individuals in the difficult times we live in, but these statistics really… Read more
UAE Loan costs could drop with new credit score system
A new credit scoring system, aimed at improving the UAE’s financial infrastructure is expected to lower loan costs in the region by a drastic 30%. By-laws have been approved to create the nationwide credit bureau and every UAE resident with an ID card will be part of the credit database. It is hoped the venture… Read more
How Can People with Bad Credit Apply for Car Loan in South Africa?
Bad credit can affect your financial status to a very large extent—dragging you further down as you struggle to find loan providers that will grant your loan application despite your less than stellar credit history. While it may be extra challenging to get a car loan—or any other type of loan—while your credit record shows… Read more
5 ways to prepare for retirement
Many of us can’t wait until we retire. With nicknames such as ‘the Golden Years’ and the thought of being able to sleep in everyday, it’s understandable why so many people look forward to this time in their life. The truth is however, planning for your retirement is fundamentally important to ensure you get the… Read more
New guide to borrowing
If the jargon filled world of finance leaves you feeling confused, help is finally at hand! Thanks to the fantastic e-book created by loan broker giant Freedom Finance, all of our borrowing queries and credit questions can be answered! And not only is this little gem extremely useful, but its also ABSOLUTELY FREE! In… Read more
How I graduated college with savings
When I was in high school, there was no way around it: I was college-bound. I always had pretty good grades but never was really passionate about any topic. I liked languages the most, because I was almost traveling away from the classroom. But math, literature and history all got me really bored. So… Read more
Financial goals for 2014
Good morning! Over at Make Money Your Way I lists down some tips on how to make money with New Year resolutions. Click here to read more… Last year, I set a number of financial goals and updated every couple of months. It is that time of year again, so without further ado, those are my… Read more
Making ends meet when on welfare
With the cost of living continuing to rise while incomes stay flat, making ends meet can be very difficult. This is especially holds true for those on welfare with little to no means in increasing their benefit payments. In these difficult times with uncertainty in global financial markets, individuals and families must be savvy with… Read more
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