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Prices are going up all around us. Whether it’s your weekly shop, filling up your car, your mortgage payments or your Netflix bill, virtually everything costs more than it used to.
We know it’s tough out there right now and how important it is to stretch your money as far as possible, so we’ve got you sorted with top tools, guides, blogs and info on where you can go to get extra support. You’ll find all kinds of tips on how to make your money go further, create a budget, manage debt, prepare for increased mortgage rates, and more.
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If you own a home, you're probably feeling a bit squeamish with all the news of …
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Borrowing money can seem like a quick fix, but carrying debt can end up being a …
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A budget is simply your money plan. Our tool can help you plan for managing your spending, and steering your money where you need it go most.
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The longer we take to pay off debt, the more it costs us. So, if there's room in the budget to tackle your loans, this tool can help.
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Looking to buy your first home or about to get hit with an interest rate rise? Our calculator can help you work out what the repayments will be, and how many years it will take to pay off your loan.
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