How I managed to drag my savings from zero (well, technically minus something) to a little more than the £32,927 average UK deposit over the last 5 years.
Starling joint bank account review
Need a modern joint account for a modern relationship? I tried out challenger bank Starling’s joint account, and here are my thoughts…
Bathroom makeover on a budget
We moved in to a house with an incredibly ugly bathroom. We didn’t have much money, or really any expertise, but here’s how we made it beautiful on a budget.
How long does it take to buy a house?
Nobody can tell you how long it takes to buy a house – but here’s my full timeline of my own purchase as a first time buyer.
5 achievable money new year’s resolutions for 2019
Is one of your resolutions to sort out your financial life in 2019? Here are five ideas to help your money work harder over the next year.
What nobody tells you about viewing houses
When I started looking into buying a house, I had no idea how different it would be to what I’ve seen on TV, or even my experience as a prospective tenant. Also there’s a baby pic of me in this post…
Commuting in London on a moped – how much does it really cost?
Most central London commuters think their travel choices end with bus or tube – but you could be avoiding strikes and claustrophobia, AND get to work quicker by getting a scooter.
How much does it cost to buy a house?
We’re all aware that in order to buy a house you should save up – but once you’ve decided on your budget and what percentage deposit you’re working towards, how much extra does a first time buyer need to have on hand?
How I added £10k to my deposit (for free)
Saving up for a house deposit is difficult. Growing your savings while paying rent (that’s probably more than your mortgage is going to be) is an even bigger challenge. Here’s how I added more than £10,000 to my deposit using every trick and loophole in the book.
Everything £5 designer dupe bags
Want a Chanel, Chloe or Stella McCartney bag at pocket money prices? I’ve used my designer eye to see which catwalk lookalikes you can pick up on Everything £5.