We have talked previously about how disposable income, which is basically the money you have left at the end of the month, after all your bills are paid, is on the rise in the UK. More than a good news about the state of the economy, I think it may reflect more that people… Read more
Make your own junk food!
I have been reading Salt, Sugar, Fat: How the food giants hooked us and it is pretty alarming. Basically, in a never-ending quest to make their products taste delicious, flavor busting in your mouth while they score more and more market shares, the food giants have loaded the convenience food we it with salt, sugar and… Read more
Fighting fraud this Christmas
The festive season is now well and truly underway. The Christmas decorations have gone up, advent calendars are being opened and your friends and family’s Christmas wish lists have started flooding in. With just weeks to go, it’s time to get your Christmas shopping started. We all know how hectic Christmas shopping can be, especially… Read more
When to get life insurance
Taking out a life insurance policy is a big decision, and requires a lot of forethought and contemplation before deciding what the best policy for you is. Life insurance isn’t ‘essential’ (like car insurance) and you may not be thinking about it just yet – especially if you don’t have dependants who rely on your… Read more
How to Save Money for Your New Vauxhall Corsa
The fourth generation Vauxhall Corsa is undoubtedly one of the best cars on the market today. It’s Vauxhall’s most popular car in the UK, and is also a model that is used by hundreds of driving instructors, making it a popular choice for first time buyers. If you’ve decided to buy a Vauxhall Corsa, however,… Read more
What is the best gift you ever gave or received?
Christmas is fast approaching, and with it the pressure to buy the perfect gift for the ones you love. And sometimes, you just forget about it. So you end up on the 23rd frantically going from shop to shop, and end up buying the most expensive gift out of guilt. Something that will clutter the… Read more
3 of the Best Gaming Mobiles of 2014
Mobile gaming represents huge business in 2014, and there are a number of factors that have contributed to this trend. In addition to the ongoing sophistication of mobile handsets and their constantly evolving specifications, for example, smartphones and tablets also offer a wireless gateway into a more connected and multi-platform world. These factors all combine… Read more
Desktops vs. Mobile vs. Laptops: Which are better for Gamers?
When it comes to gaming, there are now a multitude of devices on which players can experience their favourite titles. While this level of diversity is seen as a positive development, however, it can be a challenge for players to identify the best possible platform for playing specific games. This has arguably… Read more
The Vanishing Game by William Boyd
Land Rover is a classic worthy of the finest prose. By partnering with British writer William Boyd, the performance vehicle manufacturer brings his next book to the world in keeping with their foremost ideals. Ghanaian-born Boyd has always been a master of intrigue and suspense. His earliest works charted his heroes’ paths through his birthplace… Read more
The ins and outs of spread betting
It has been a long time since we have talked about investing in detail here on the Savvy Scot, and while we are generally trying to find ways to save money, we also like to investigate ways to earn more and to create more sources of income, especially when they are passive or almost… Read more
How much do you know about financial fundamentals? Take this US vs UK quiz!
If you read personal finance blogs like this one, you are probably way better about money than the average person. I am always amazed at how sometimes, I will talk to someone about simple money topics, like if they have a budget, if they carry a balance on their credit card, or if they… Read more
Financial Changes in the Face of the No Vote: Will Anything Actually Happen?
On the 18th September, Scotland voted to remain a part of Britain by a margin of 55.3%. Although there is a sense that Scotland should remain as it has been in recent years – married with England as Britain, there’s also a sense – even from staunch “No” voters – that things need to change…. Read more