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The Savvy Scot

Personal finance and lifestyle blog

3 Mistakes that New Project Managers Make — and How to Avoid Them

By Pauline

So, you’ve either formally trained to enter the glorious world of project management, or perhaps you’ve had the mantle of project management thrust upon you. One day you’re happily plugging away at your job, answering emails, chatting with colleagues about things like the best cities to head out on a weekend break, where to find… Read more

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Planning for a great financial future

By Pauline

As we have discussed previously around here, planning for your future financially is the best way to succeed. For example, when you set up some saving goals, and have a direct debit on pay day taking that money right out of your current account to place it into savings, you don’t miss the money, and… Read more

Filed Under: Personal Finance

Vitamin D and Exercise: What You Need to Know

By Pauline

Health and fitness in your 30s

Multiple factors contribute to your overall level of fitness. Gender, age, diet, the amount of stress you have and the kind of drugs you take, even the environment in which you live, are just a few of the obvious things that influence the way your heart, lungs and mind work together to energize and sustain… Read more

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The Gold Basics You Need to Know Before You Invest

By savvyscot

Gold is often seen as the last safehouse for your wealth when other assets are too unreliable. The pound has struggled since the beginning of Brexit talks, with uncertainty about the deal driving prices down and votes to delay helping prices up. Many believe that post-Brexit, the pound will recover as clarity comes to the… Read more

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Invest in gold: diversify and protect your nest egg

By savvyscot

Gold has always been a pretty attractive investment, as a way to preserve wealth from inflation and currency swings. Gold is one of the rare assets that has held its value over the course of several centuries. Because it is a physical investment, it is always recognized for its tangible value, rather than a piece… Read more

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How You Can Lower Three Major Bills With Quick Phone Calls

By savvyscot

The average American household is $137,063 in debt, according to the Federal Reserve. Factored into such a huge number are student loans, mortgages, and credit card bills. To help stave off costs, many Americans are trying to think outside of the box and leverage their dollars as best as they can. Platforms like The1HourWorkWeek.com allows… Read more

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Is Swagbucks a Legit Way to Make Money?

By savvyscot

Online there are all sorts of scams that promise fast money but offer the exact opposite. At the same time, there are also plenty of legitimate sites that people can use to make money. One of the most popular sites that allow users to earn points that can be redeemed for cash is Swagbucks. The… Read more

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5 Resources For Anyone Trying To Pay Off Debt

By savvyscot

Paying off debt can be a long and sometimes intimidating process. Money in and of itself is a sensitive subject, but owing money can be even more so. That’s why we’ve taken the time to compile this list of resources for anyone trying to get out of debt. You’ll find everything you need to get… Read more

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Is a Hybrid Really Worth the Hype?

By savvyscot

In addition to designing iconic automobiles such as the Volkswagen Beetle, the Mercedes-Benz SSK and numerous models bearing his Porsche name, Ferdinand Porsche also built the first hybrid vehicle. While the appeal and function of hybrid cars have changed a lot since 1899, they remain an expensive alternative to traditional gas-powered vehicles. In order to… Read more

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How to Stay on Track When Trying to Get Healthy

By savvyscot

No matter how serious you are about living healthier, it’s human nature to fall victim to temptation. Over time, your life may seem to get too busy or you may feel frustrated with a lack of results, but these aren’t reasons to throw in the towel. If anything, you should use these occasions to reaffirm… Read more

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More Than a Luxury Treat: Top Benefits of Going to the Spa

By savvyscot

  Life can sometimes make you feel like wanting to get away from it all. There’s so much to stress about these days, it’s no wonder everyone is struggling. Unfortunately, a lot of what’s going on in society and in your everyday lives, there’s not much you can do to change it. That’s why it’s… Read more

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Enjoying a Comfortable Lifestyle: How to Manage Your Money

By savvyscot

Many people make enough money to live well but often use poor judgment when it comes to spending it. If you make bad money decisions too often, you end up with a lot of unnecessary debt, late payments and late fees. You can even end up in dire straits and land in the vicious cycle… Read more

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