Beauty: Could DIY mean SOS?

Beauty: Could DIY mean SOS?

May 10

When it comes to beauty, sometimes it’s tempting to go DIY crazy in an attempt to save money. This post aims to advise you about when you can have a go yourself, and when you’d save money in the long run by leaving it to the professionals. When it comes to dying your hair, there’s nothing wrong with an at-home dye job. At-home hair dyes are great these days, with formulas that...

Men: How to look flash with less cash

Men: How to look flash with less cash

Apr 30

We’ve all seen them; men who look like they could have blown their nose on a fifty pound note this morning and not thought twice about it. The kind of man you don’t need to see get into his top of the range car to just know he’s got one. And while attitude has a lot to do with it, let’s face it; it’s mostly about the clothes. This breed of bloke can be termed the...

Super savers’ style savers

Super savers’ style savers

Apr 18

Even if you are the world’s best super-saver when it comes to making creative meals from leftovers or car sharing to avoid excessive petrol costs, you may be missing a trick. Being savings savvy needn’t mean looking shabby! If you make a few smart moves, you can care for your body and your style without damaging your purse. First of all, think about your eyewear. Do your glasses cost you...

Take control of spending splurges

Take control of spending splurges

Apr 13

In this world of borrowing money and spending beyond our means, it is often difficult not to give in to the things we covet. But debts are scary and there’s nothing glamorous about not knowing how you are to afford next month’s rent, even if you are surrounded by the latest fashions. The key, therefore, is to learn how to budget your money. But how can you muster the determination to...

House swap holidays: share and save

House swap holidays: share and save

Apr 12

If you have the desire to explore somewhere new but money is tight, why not consider a house swap. You could get a holiday with free accommodation and a house sitter for your own home, all in one! Also, if you enjoy the experience of making someone’s stay special, you could consider renting out your property as a holiday home. It could be a great way to earn cash if you own another...

Body confidence with a happy bank balance

Body confidence with a happy bank balance

Apr 11

We all know that if you feel great about your body, it shows, making your clothes look better and making you appear more attractive to others. So, how do you go about building this body confidence without spending a fortune on a blowout shopping trip, hypnotherapy or plastic surgery? A few simple tweaks could be all you need to see you feeling like a new, super-confident you: Start with the...

Quick, easy and cheap ways revitalise your bedroom now

Quick, easy and cheap ways revitalise your bedroom now

Apr 10

Bored by your bedroom? Make it fab without spending a fortune; just follow these top tips. First of all, look around you. Is there anything in your bedroom that stresses you out? Work files? To-do lists? Banish them! Even consider removing the TV from your bedroom? It’s a big step but relaxation is paramount and dodgy late-night horror films won’t help you unwind! Up your comfort...

Make sure all the details are covered when buying abroad

Make sure all the details are covered when buying abroad

Mar 25

If you’ve been planning your dream move abroad and have painstakingly researched the area where you want to live, bagged your dream job, chosen a school for the kids and got a great deal on your new home, now’s not the time to take your eye off the ball.  In addition to planning the move of your goods and your family, you’ll need to shift your assets abroad too and pay for...