For many of us, a credit score is an esoteric subject. To some, it’s this disembodied djinni which follows around our whole lives long, casting judgment on the way we spend our money, for reasons which are beyond our grasp. Well, the forces which drive our credit scores for good or for ill are actually… Read more
5 ways life insurance could benefit your family
When you’re single and only have to look out for yourself in terms of having enough money to meet rent and living expenses, extensive financial planning might seem unnecessary. However, as soon as you find yourself in a serious, long-term relationship or begin having children, your changed circumstances mean you have to start making plans… Read more
10 Principles to Follow before Lending Money to Family Members
Lending money to family and even friends isn’t the most comfortable thing to do in the world. Sooner or later a family member who is in need may ask you for a loan. When this happens, you at first may feel in a weird position. On one hand, you may feel responsible about giving him… Read more
5 Exceptional Ways to Teach Your Kids about Money Management
Although we value education, we almost never teach our kids about financial education. This can often take them to make money mistakes in the future that can become burdensome for both you and your family. When your child finishes university and he starts having expenses such as rent, food, and even debt, he may not… Read more
Savvy Trading Using Forex and CFD’S
Once you have done your ‘homework’ and decided that forex and CFD trading is the way to go, you will do well by heeding some advice and taking advantage of a few essential tips in order to maximise your trading profits. The Right Broker Compare the credentials and expertise of various brokers before you decide… Read more
How to NOT save money
Saving money is considered a virtue by most of us. However, there is actually a “wrong” way to do it. We all know prices are going up all the time. In fact, the Centre for Economics and Business Research recently stated that the average home price in the UK will increase 25% in the next… Read more
Top Tips When Sending or Exporting Important Deliveries
Nothing is quite as frustrating as deliveries that don’t arrive when they should, or worse still, ones that never make it to their intended destination. It’s not too bad when it’s something as small as a Christmas card, but how do you make sure that valuables or critical documents get where they should, when… Read more
Want to make money writing for The Savvy Scot?
In order to offer more diverse content here, I am looking for writers, to provide simple but original posts about personal finance, personal growth, travel and fitness. Here are the guidelines: You don’t need to be a blogger or have a personal site. You can submit as many posts as you like. Posts should be… Read more
5 No nonsense steps to your first home
So you want to toast marshmallows on the backyard of a home you built from the ground up? Self-building could be the door to your bespoke property. Here are the key steps to a custom built home. Look for a good building spot.Looking for the right spot for your building project can seem like a… Read more
Managing Your Energy Bills Via a Smartphone: An Overview
Smartphones have become an integral part of our daily lives. From chatting with a friend to watching our favourite video while out and about, these handy little gadgets have certainly made a lasting impression. Now, consumers are able to take advantage of this mobility while simultaneously monitoring their energy bills. There are several advantages to… Read more
Is The Truck You Use For Your Business Driving You Into the Ground?
Trucks have been a part of the way America does business for a long time. That may not sound right. “Business” often conjures images of men with suits and briefcases, looking out windows 30 stories above the great unwashed. But that’s only one side of business. In order for those guys to go to… Read more
10 things to know before you get a Great Dane
Little Napoleon, the cutest Great Dane to ever walk the Earth, has been with us for a few months now, and in an attempt to see how to keep him happy and healthy, I have learned quite a bit that I wanted to share if you are considering a giant breed. They are huge… Read more