Best Father’s Day gifts and activities on a budget

Father’s Day in the UK occurs on the third Sunday of June each year, and it is a time to celebrate all that our dads, grandads and father-figures do for us. Whatever your plans are for Father’s Day, take some time out of your busy schedule to let them know how much they mean to you.

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Everything you need to know about renting appliances

When it comes to appliances, you might be surprised to learn that there are two main options: renting or buying. It can be costly to buy all the appliances you need for your home. Depending on the size of your place and what kinds of appliances you want, it could cost you thousands of pounds to outfit your kitchen or laundry room. Which leads some people to look at renting these items instead of buying them outright.

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How to save money on food

Grocery shopping is one of the largest weekly expenses for most households in the UK. With the current economic crisis, food prices are rising at the fastest rate in eight years. In today’s blog post, we share our top tips for saving money on your weekly food bill in the UK. Follow these tips and tricks to save money on food and cut back on waste.

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How to save money for a holiday

The weather is heating up, and the holiday season is almost upon us. Everyone needs a holiday from time to time to relax and recharge. But between flights, hotels and travel insurance, the cost of going on holiday can quickly exceed your budget. Start saving money for your dream destination today and put your money worries aside. Whether you are booking a dream holiday or weekend minibreak, there is almost always a way to save some extra cash. Check out these tips and tricks to save money for your next holiday, and stay on budget while you’re away.

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Mental Health Awareness Week: Money, People and Financial Wellbeing

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week, and if there’s one thing that causes stress – it’s money. Over 1.5 million Brits have spiralling debt and mental health problems, according to the Money and Mental Health Policy Institute. Financial and mental health are inextricably interlinked. You are likely to feel low or anxious when you have money issues. And when you are struggling with your mental health, money management is one of the first things to go.

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Spring Statement: What is it and how does it affect you?

Sky-rocketing energy and inflation rates have left millions struggling to pay for food, bills and household essentials. Chancellor Rishi Sunak released the Spring Statement 2022 just a few weeks ago – with numerous measures to combat the rising cost of living. Here at Fair for You, we believe in making finance accessible to you. Whether it’s flexible loan repayment plans or breaking down current economic events, we’ve got your back.

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The Rise In Energy Prices

There are rising energy prices in the UK right now, and your bills are about to change. Europe has entered an energy crisis due to China’s demand for natural gas, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and the weather conditions of the last year. A record-high increase in natural gas prices has left the UK’s energy suppliers scrambling for resources.

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What Is Financial Resilience?

Financial resilience is all about preparing for the worst-case scenario. You never know what’s around the corner – and you need to be financially prepared. At Fair for You, we understand that sometimes life happens, and things veer off course. Significant life events like a relationship breakdown or an unexpected illness, can have quite an impact on your finances and, more specifically, your financial security. These events might change your income, assets or debt payments, and you need to be financially resilient enough to navigate the fallout of life’s challenges.

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How To Improve Your Financial Wellbeing

Are you struggling to keep track of your finances? Do you find that your money doesn’t stretch far enough to cover the essentials? If any of this sounds familiar, then don’t worry! We’re here to help you understand how to improve things step by step. First things first, the term to get familiar with here is financial wellbeing. Contrary to popular belief, financial wellbeing isn’t just for people with a lot of money. Instead, financial wellbeing applies to everyone. It’s about being confident at managing your finances – something we should all be aware of. After all, poor financial wellbeing can have a knock-on effect on our mental and physical health.

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What Is Financial Wellbeing?

It’s not always easy to talk about your finances, especially if you’re having difficulty keeping track. But by talking about money and your personal situation, you can learn to manage it better and hopefully become less worried and stressed. Here at Fair for You, we want to empower our customers to better understand their finances as a whole, and to give them access to the items they need. So in today’s post, we’re discussing the meaning behind financial wellbeing – what it is, what impacts it – and how you can take control of yours, regardless of your current financial situation.

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Staying safe online

Technology is moving at a breakneck pace and has changed the way many of us use the internet. Things like online banking and shopping have made financial transactions even easier to manage, but in turn, has created more opportunities for cybercriminals to steal valuable information from us. At Fair For You, we care about our customer’s safety, so read on for some helpful tips about staying safe online and protecting yourself and your money.

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Home Storage Tips For Renters

Making the most out of your space can be tricky – especially if you’ve got a lot of things! To add to this, renting a property often means no hammering or drilling into walls, so creating extra storage systems for your clothes, knick-knacks and the little ones’ toys can be awkward. If you’re running out of space or looking to get more organised with your belongings, read on for some landlord-friendly home storage tips.

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