34 things I no longer spend money on as a salty 34-year-old

‘ve found myself to be heading for a middle-age status overnight and with that a realisation came. As a ‘real’ adult I get to push a lot of the peer pressure aside and focus on just being who I am and spending my money accordingly. So here it is, for your delight, a list of 34 things I have completely stopped spending my money on in my early and now mid-thirties, in no particular order. Continue reading 34 things I no longer spend money on as a salty 34-year-old

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Essays & Thoughts, Money

Should you talk about how much you make with your colleagues?

This question has bothered me since joining the UK workforce. In a country where money is a hush hush affair and a huge taboo, should you be stepping out of the ranks and discussing how much you make with your peers? Yes, yes you should. But not with all of them. Continue reading Should you talk about how much you make with your colleagues?

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A story of one tree and a cracking wall aka what it’s really like to deal with local councils in England

This article is about that one time the author had to force the local authority to do work, and it it’s really worth buying an ex-council flat. Continue reading A story of one tree and a cracking wall aka what it’s really like to deal with local councils in England

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Money

Tax relief if you are working from home

Did you know that if you are employed in the UK and needing to work from home, you are entitled to tax relief? Tax relief is paid by the HMRC rather than your employer. Here is a short guide on how to claim it. I am not a financial advisor, so take this information as you would a chat with a friend in a coffee … Continue reading Tax relief if you are working from home

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Happy Monday (2nd November 2020)

Hi there. Welcome to November. NOVEMBER. Seriously, it’s November and I can’t get over how quickly the 2020 is going. I seem to have the same problem every year, but mainly because I make an effort to fill every year with adventures. 2020, less so. Anyway, let’s get into the big five. What I’ve been reading – Babel: Around the world in 20 languages by … Continue reading Happy Monday (2nd November 2020)

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Essays & Thoughts, Money

How to manage your finances when you have no financial goals

Not everyone wants to retire early, buy a house or needs to pay student loans off. If you happen to be a person who, right now, has no specific financial goals, this article is for you. Continue reading How to manage your finances when you have no financial goals

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How to pull holiday money together quickly

We’re not all perfect savers. Actually, we’re for the most part the opposites and no other time of the year makes it more obvious than the last 3 months. Here’s how to not get financially ruined at Christmas. Continue reading How to pull holiday money together quickly

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Kitchen gadgets you should actually have in your home

Here’s the list of the only 6 kitchen ‘gadgets’ a cook really needs:
a good knife, an easy to clean chopping board, an immersion blender, a large saucepan, decent baking sheet, oil spray dispenser. And nothing else, take my word for it. Continue reading Kitchen gadgets you should actually have in your home

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Money, Travel & Lifestyle

How to create an urban jungle in your home without breaking the bank

I’m at home a lot right now, as are most people. Compounded by the greenery outside turning golden, my desire to have some foliage in my home has turned from a mild tingle to a full-on itch. And if you are in the same spot, today I am sharing all the useful tips I have for filling your home with beautiful, and sometimes rare, plants on a budget. This is not for everyone, but it might be for you. Your houseplants can pay for themselves in the long run. Continue reading How to create an urban jungle in your home without breaking the bank

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