By CashCatcherGuest Blogger(view all posts by CashCatcher)
at 9:02AM Friday 24 May, 2013
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Money Saving Tips
You know what it's like these days, technology is everywhere. We struggle to go just a few minutes without checking our Facebook, sending an email or answering a call.
Keeping up to date with the latest gadget can be incredibly expensive. So, with the number of internet-connected devices such as tablets and Smartphones set to overtake the number of people in the world in just a few years, it's about time you got your hands on top technology for less.
Ebuyer is one great way to do just that. On the website you will find a huge range of products from laptops and tablets to TVs and office supplies. To give you a helping hand in finding some real bargains, I've hand-picked my top 3 cheap techie goodies from ebuyer.com.
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By CashCatcherGuest Blogger(view all posts by CashCatcher)
at 9:00AM Monday 20 May, 2013
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Special Events
Last summer was the season for garden parties. The Queen's Diamond Jubilee was a huge national event that everyone got involved in. I don't think Britain has ever seen so many garden parties. It may be 12 months on but who's to say we can't experience that joy all over again?
Well, luckily for you, the guys and gals over at
Littlewoods have put their heads together and come up with a whole host of fantastic offers. Now you can throw a lavish garden party without having to splash the cash.
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By Clodagh Foelster(view all posts by Clodagh Foelster)
at 9:00AM Friday 17 May, 2013
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Special Events
Spring has officially sprung into wedding season. It's that time of year when loved up couples across the country seal their commitment and become newlyweds.
If you're planning a wedding this summer, there's so much to think about, from the table plan to the evening entertainment – no pressure!
Jewellery is often one of the most forgotten about aspects of your wedding day. It's so easy to become preoccupied with the thought of your hair, make-up and the dress that jewellery just sinks to the bottom of a very long list. To help you get back on track, I'm here to give you a rundown of the top wedding jewellery trends this year.
If you're looking for something to make you look extra special on the big day, I've got inside information on what's hot and what's not.
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By CashCatcherGuest Blogger(view all posts by CashCatcher)
at 8:54AM Wednesday 15 May, 2013
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Family Life
Nothing reminds me more of summer than the smell of a barbecue. They have long been a popular way for families and friends to gather together but these days hosting a casual get-together can put a major dent in your bank balance.
It seems a real shame to miss out on this great summer tradition just because you're worried about saving the pennies. Thankfully, I've got some great tips that can keep the cost of your BBQ to a minimum. Whatever your budget, you can enjoy an old-fashioned backyard grill.
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By MissMoneyGuest Blogger(view all posts by MissMoney)
at 9:14AM Tuesday 14 May, 2013
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Money Saving Tips
Ahhh....the great British summer! It's a time to head for the beach, update our wardrobe with bold, colourful shorts and pack our freezers with ice cream. This is all necessary of course, how else would we be able to enjoy the summer? Well, how about putting a little more effort into the house? We change just about every aspect of our lives when it hits the summer time, from our daily routines to the contents of our fridge. So, why does this not apply to the décor?
Changing things up inside the house can breathe fresh new life into your home. Take a look at these top ideas and see what you could achieve with a few bits and bobs from
House of Fraser.
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By CashCatcherGuest Blogger(view all posts by CashCatcher)
at 9:00AM Tuesday 7 May, 2013
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Travel and Holidays
If you want to get away from the daily grind but don't have the cash or annual leave for a full-blown holiday, a city break is the next best thing. Short breaks to Europe have become increasingly popular, with Paris knocking New York off the top spot for the most visited destination in 2012.
Wouldn't it be lovely to jet off for a few days and leave your work and stress behind? Well, even if you're on a shoestring budget, you should still be able to bag yourself a bargain city break with some clever deal-hunting.
Whether you fancy exploring the local culture and history by visiting museums and galleries, doing a spot of shopping in quaint boutiques and gift shops or simply sitting back and relaxing on golden sands, you'll be able to find a city break to suit you on
Hotels.com.
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By MissMoneyGuest Blogger(view all posts by MissMoney)
at 9:00AM Monday 29 April, 2013
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Travel and Holidays
I love going on holiday. I love going to exotic places and travelling the globe. The one thing I don't love is the flight; I just get so bored. You know what being bored leads to, don't you? Spending money!
Whenever I'm going away, I manage to blow most of my budget on the flight! Whether it's paying for headphones, buying drinks/food and shopping at the airport; somehow I'm always a few quid shorter upon landing.
So this time I thought I'd plan ahead. I've got two weeks in Fuerteventura this summer and I really don't want to waste my spending money just getting there. However, with four or five hours to kill, I know I'm going to have to try hard.
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By Clodagh Foelster(view all posts by Clodagh Foelster)
at 9:00AM Tuesday 23 April, 2013
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Fashion
Times are tough. Just about everyone is feeling the pinch at the moment so finding some spare cash to splash on clothing can be tough. However, with a bit of smart shopping, you can update your wardrobe for less than you might initially think.
So, with that in mind, here are my top tips for getting a good deal on great clothing:
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By CashCatcherGuest Blogger(view all posts by CashCatcher)
at 9:33AM Friday 19 April, 2013
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Travel and Holidays
Have you ever wanted to visit somewhere but not actually spend the night there? Sometimes it's cost, other times it's just a craving for fresh air!
Staying in any big city is expensive for obvious reasons. Just like the thousands of B&Bs and hotels, Travelodge has to pay for premium land and therefore charges you for it. However, there are a number of sites within a close distance to the city meaning that you can enjoy your city break without worrying about the price.
After much deliberation, I have picked the top 5 cities in the UK where staying at a
Travelodge makes perfect sense.
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By MissMoneyGuest Blogger(view all posts by MissMoney)
at 9:29AM Wednesday 17 April, 2013
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Fashion
Can you believe it's already the middle of April? We've had weeks of freezing temperatures, snow and rain! Where is this early summer sunshine we've been promised? It's definitely not here yet.
The miserable weather may mean that very few of us have even given summer a second thought but knowing what the British weather is like, it's always best to be prepared.
I know, I know. It's hard to even get into the summer spirit but, after designing your ideal wardrobe without breaking the bank, I'm confident you'll be excited about the sunshine.
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By MissMoneyGuest Blogger(view all posts by MissMoney)
at 9:16AM Tuesday 16 April, 2013
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Product Reviews
Have you heard of Lands' End? I don't mean the place, I mean the clothing company. They consider themselves to be one of the UK's hidden gems but they are definitely gaining more admirers across the British Isles due to their affordable prices and unrivalled customer service.
There is a great deal I don't know about Lands' End so I assume you don't either. I thought I'd take
it upon myself to find out some interesting trivia:
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By MissMoneyGuest Blogger(view all posts by MissMoney)
at 9:30AM Thursday 11 April, 2013
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Money Saving Tips
I've got a few supermarket loyalty cards sitting in my purse but I didn't realise that they could be costing me money! By not maximising the benefits offered by loyalty cards, we could collectively be wasting £5.2 billion by not reaping the rewards.
It's thought that around 20% of British adults sign up to loyalty cards without even realising what benefits they offer. Another surprising figure is that a third of us forget to take them with us when we're out shopping and so are missing out on hundreds or thousands of points.
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By CashCatcherGuest Blogger(view all posts by CashCatcher)
at 4:24PM Friday 5 April, 2013
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Product Reviews
Unless you
have been living under a cave for the last couple of years, I'm pretty sure you
will have heard of Wonga. They are probably the most well-known payday lender
in the UK, but does that make them the best?
Well,
personally I think that Wonga is awesome. Although I understand the viewpoint
of people that are desperate for cash and end up in vicious debt cycles, Wonga
isn't designed to support serious debt problems.
If you need
cash in a flash, I would only think of going to one place...Wonga. But why exactly do
they stand out from the crowd?
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By eflemingDealPro(view all posts by efleming)
at 12:45PM Friday 5 April, 2013
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Product Reviews
After
hearing the news that Play.com closed its successful retail arm last month, I
wanted to find out more about the Rakuten Marketplace. Although I've seen bits
and bobs about it when doing my usual shopping, I have never really delved
deeper – until now.
If you are
– or were - a keen Play.com shopper, you might be interested in how it works.
The
Marketplace is somewhat eBay-esque, as merchants are able to create their own
branded shop fronts within the site. However, they will supported by a
specialist team that helps with design, marketing and analytics.
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By eflemingDealPro(view all posts by efleming)
at 4:24PM Wednesday 3 April, 2013
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Money Saving Tips
Are you addicted to Amazon? Do you like the sound of free,
one-day delivery? Amazon Prime might be right up your street.
If, like me, you can't go a week without finding a great
deal on Amazon, you might be able to benefit from their exclusive subscription
delivery service. Amazon Prime gives free, one day delivery on millions of
products, but it will set you back £49 a year – or just over £4 a month.
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By MissMoneyGuest Blogger(view all posts by MissMoney)
at 1:42PM Wednesday 3 April, 2013
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Product Reviews
The advent of
spring and the countdown to summer could hardly give us two better excuses to
head out on a shopping spree and snap up those 'must-have' items that have
been sitting on our wish list since the start of 2013.
But while we
may be keen to fill every corner of our home with an assorted array of goodies,
that doesn't mean we are prepared to blow the budget in the process.
Here are just a
few items from Argos that can help us to stock up for the sunny season, without
burning a hole in our wallets.
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By Clodagh Foelster(view all posts by Clodagh Foelster)
at 12:01AM Monday 1 April, 2013
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News
The Royal family has changed a lot over the years, probably most noticeably with the newest member, Kate, who has been seen wearing not only clothes from High Street favourites but also wearing said clothes more than once.
However, a recently joined member of Savoo has us wondering if the Royals are embracing 'austerity Britain' on a whole new level.
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By Clodagh Foelster(view all posts by Clodagh Foelster)
at 1:10PM Thursday 28 March, 2013
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Fashion
There are a lot of rules surrounding fashion, none more so as when you hit first middle age (watch out for those skirt lengths) and then head into the more mature years of life (plunging necklines a definite no-no.) So it seems that, at the ripe old age of 85, it's about time Minnie Mouse herself let go of the hair bows and bright polka dot frocks and embraced a style more befitting her age.
Step forward designer Alber Elbaz for Lanvin and Minnie's first ever designer outfit.
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By Clodagh Foelster(view all posts by Clodagh Foelster)
at 11:00AM Wednesday 27 March, 2013
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Infographics
The British love pizza - it's actually officially one of the country's top ten favourite foods - and we eat more than 250 million slices a year. But there's a lot of history, facts and figures surrounding everyone's favourite Italian dish so take a look to get the lowdown per slice starting with where to find the cheapest Pepperoni and Margherita pizzas in the land.
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By MissMoneyGuest Blogger(view all posts by MissMoney)
at 9:00AM Friday 22 March, 2013
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Special Events
We are fast approaching wedding season in the UK; invites will be dropping on door mats across the country in the next few months heralding a load of stresses and strains, both monetary and emotionally, for women up and down the country. True, some men may worry about how they are going to afford attending a lot of weddings but very few will worry too much about what they are going to wear to each and every one.
If you are one of the thousands of couples getting married in 2013, then obviously you have a lot more to worry about. The guest list, catering, the venue, THE dress; all very important aspects to consider.
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By CashCatcherGuest Blogger(view all posts by CashCatcher)
at 6:09PM Tuesday 19 March, 2013
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Travel and Holidays
As children get older it can be difficult to keep them entertained whilst on holiday. Finding family holidays appropriate for teenagers is therefore an easy way to ensure that your holidays are always enjoyable.
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By TaraEvansGuest Blogger(view all posts by TaraEvans)
at 3:27PM Monday 18 March, 2013
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Travel and Holidays
You might have seen on the news that plans for an international bailout package in Cyprus comes with one outrageous caveat, there is to be a one-off tax on bank savings which will be applied to accounts in exchange for bank shares. Whilst there are no travel restrictions, if you're planning on travelling to Cyprus over Easter or the next few weeks, Tara Evans tells you what you need to know.
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By MissMoneyGuest Blogger(view all posts by MissMoney)
at 5:56PM Wednesday 13 March, 2013
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Topical times
The last holiday photo album that graced my shelves was of an inter-railing trip around Europe with my band of friends in the summer of 1998.
With a few disposable cameras in tow I got seriously snap happy as we traversed our way through European capitals including Prague and Budapest and lesser-known stretches of the continent such as San Remo in Italy – God knows how that one slipped onto our holiday itinerary.
The less than A-grade photo collection chronicled dodgy summer fashion choices, nights out that we'd rather forget and our numerous dalliances with cultural attractions including trudging our way through one basilica too many.
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By MissMoneyGuest Blogger(view all posts by MissMoney)
at 5:59PM Monday 11 March, 2013
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News
Hunting out bargains has become something of a national pastime and nothing says savvy shopper more than our bank balances being in the black rather than the red.
And while some may still be frantically gathering up discount coupons or trading journeys on four wheels for those on two feet in an effort to boost their budgets, others are wising up to the idea that being a successful full-time spendthrift is less about perspiration and more about inspiration.
Research by Santander 123 has revealed that UK consumers' wallets are getting a healthy lift thanks to low-effort, high impact money saving methods, with 82 per cent of Brits turning to
discount websites and cashback on a regular basis to save an average of £452 on an annual basis... kerching!
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By Clodagh Foelster(view all posts by Clodagh Foelster)
at 5:00PM Wednesday 6 March, 2013
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Fashion
Okay ladies. How much thought do you put into your boobs? If we're honest, probably not as much as most men but nevertheless, our boobs deserve some respect. From attracting mates to feeding newborns, a woman's chest fulfills many purposes throughout life yet, even though it's been around for 100 years, it seems that a whopping 80% of us aren't wearing the right size bra. If you ask me, that is far too many boobs suffering undue pressure, tweaking, pinching, sagging, squeezing and general discomfort.
However, research from
Bravissimo, to honour the centennial anniversary of the mighty brassiere, has found that perhaps we're not entirely to blame; apparently there are no less than
seven 'boobs' we can make when it comes to getting our bra size right and 4 out of 5 of us are making at least one of them!
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