Category: Household Bills
Monzo launches its own mobile network — how does it compare?
I've compared the new plans with other networks to see if it's worth it Monzo has announced that it’s launching a new mobile network exclusively...
Fixed rate savings tax warning: what to watch for
HMRC calculations might not be correct, especially on longer term fixes. When my wife was issued her tax code for this financial year, her tax...
Energy price cap to rise by 13% from July 2026
The average household will pay £1,862 a year, mostly as a result of the price of gas The energy price cap is rising by a...
Cut the cost of using your mobile phone abroad
Don’t blow your holiday budget on your mobile bill Since Brexit, most major mobile networks have reintroduced roaming charges. And with the constant desire to...
Major Lidl Plus update: how the loyalty scheme works now
Lidl has revamped its loyalty scheme and customers now earn points when they spend money in the shop The 'Lidl Plus' scheme is changing -...
How to challenge your council tax band
Council tax bills have risen again this year, but if your council tax band is incorrect, you might be paying too much. Many homes in...
All the price hikes coming in April
From stamps and petrol to council tax and water bills, a lot of prices will rise in April, putting pressure on our finances. But it’s...
New financial year checklist: 9 tasks BEFORE the new year
All the things you need to prepare for the new financial year As the new financial year looms, a lot of changes are coming which...
Tax bands explained
When do you start paying tax on earnings, and by how much? I was chatting to a friend the other day who wasn't excited about...
