This post was written in collaboration with Opinion Outpost. We have talked about many ways to boost your income with side hustles here at The Savvy Scot, and today we have one more for you: paid surveys. Yes, there are companies that value your opinion and are ready to pay you to give it. With a… Read more
Get control of your money with B
Clydesdale and Yorkshire Bank have just launched a new app called B to help you take control of your money. B is a current account and a savings account, B current and B Instant Savings, pooled together into a colourful app. With the launch of B, Clydesdale and Yorkshire Bank shared some interesting statistics about… Read more
Are you ready to save money?
This post was written in collaboration with the Bank of Scotland Last week, we talked about how little amounts add up when you start saving, and how if you put these little amounts towards your mortgage every month, you can save thousands in interest, and shave years off your mortgage. Today, as we are entering… Read more
Are you saving enough for retirement?
This post was written in collaboration with Standard Life Savings. I read a pretty interesting article recently on USA Today. It is estimated that millenials will need between $1.8 and $2.5 million dollars(around £1.3 to £1.7 million) to generate the equivalent of a $40,000 annual income in today’s dollar once they retire. That is just… Read more
Reasons for and Against Living at Home as an Adult
When you look at your expenses, it’s easy to see what aspect of your life is the most expensive. Housing. Something we typically take for granted actually costs quite a lot. To any money conscious young adult, the idea of living at home beyond childhood is worth a thought. There are many good reasons… Read more
Women and Investing – Taking charge of the decisions
Research from The Share Centre has found that women are increasingly taking charge of financial decisions, especially when it comes to investing. The data revealed that: • 60% of women investors take the lead in their household when it comes to making ISA decisions • A quarter of women investors deal on behalf of a… Read more
The Simple Lifestyle Change That Doubled My Income
Today, I have a guest post from Richard, he is a British personal finance blogger passionate about saving money. He has spent the last few weeks preparing a practical guide to reducing food waste. You can follow him at Frugality Magazine. Let me know if you would love to guest post on Savvy Scot!… Read more
How to get mortgage free faster
This post was written in collaboration with the Bank of Scotland One thing we strive for day in and day out at The Savvy Scot is to help you save money. And often, we find out readers forget about the big pictures. Sure, it is great to stop buying clothes for a month, it may… Read more
How to earn extra cash by becoming a part-time delivery driver
One ingenious way to earn extra cash in your spare time is to become a part-time delivery driver. If you enjoy driving, have an outgoing personality and a clean driving licence, then this is absolutely perfect for you. All you really need is a phone, a vehicle and insurance. Below are some key pointers on… Read more
How to Get a House Ready to Sell
Whatever your reason, you have a house to sell. It doesn’t matter for what occasion, this guide will help you get through the process. The following are the many things to consider: Repair You’ve probably seen those home renovation shows. What often happens is some sucker sells their house for way under… Read more
How I cleared £10k of Debt whilst my Girlfriend was Pregnant
Good morning everyone! Today, I have a guest post from Steve Hoyles, a personal trainer who writes at www.hoylesfitness.com. Let me know if you would like to guest post on Savvy Scot! I want to share my story with you all. A story of how I cleared £10,000 of debt in 10 months whilst… Read more
House for Sale: Buy a Used House
Whether it is the first time you are going to look at a used house found on DDProperty, or just another time in the long string of hunting for a home, buying a house is a very fun exercise. The reason that home shopping can be so fun is because every single house is unique…. Read more