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Courtney Evans

Courtney studied English Literature and Creative Writing at University and is the Editorial Assistant for Finance Monthly, CEO Today and Lawyer Monthly writing articles for all three publications. Courtney is an experienced writer who enjoys researching for the articles. When she’s not working, Courtney can be found planning her next budget friendly trip and trying to tick off new experiences on her ever-growing bucket list.

Articles by Courtney Evans

7 tips to start retirement planning for US consumers

9th September 2024
  Retirement Planning for US consumers Retirement planning is crucial for securing financial independence in your later years. With increasing life expectancies and the rising cost of living, preparing for retirement has become more important than ever. So, how can you start retirement planning?
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The impact of a tax on private schools

9th September 2024
The increasing price of private education impacting parents and schools From January 2025 private schools will face a 20% tax which they have previously been able to claim business rate relief as independent schools. The new VAT is a policy introduced by the Labour government to help lower income students and schools to provide quality […]
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How to ask for a raise at work?

6th September 2024
How to ask for a raise at work? If you are thinking about asking for a raise from work but don’t know how to start then we are here to help. Talking finances can be an awkward conversation to bring up, but negotiating your salary can be important and is often, the only was to […]
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How to Keep Track of a Pension Pot and Its Value

6th September 2024
How to Keep Track of a Pension Pot and Its Value Keeping an eye on your pension pot is a smart financial move at any age, making sure that you are saving and prepared for the future. Your pension pot is invested across various sectors including, stocks, bonds, property and more. This means the value […]
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7 U.S. Banks Offering High-Yielding Savings Accounts

5th September 2024
Annual Percentage Yield (APY) represents the rate of return on your saving, including the effects of compounding interest. Compound interest makes APY a more accurate representation of what your savings will earn over the course of a year compared to when only simple interest is applied. The higher the APY, the more beneficial as it […]
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What does APR mean?

4th September 2024
  What is APR? Annual percentage rate. APR is the official rate to help you understand the cost of borrowing any amount. Your lender should always disclose the APR before you sign any agreement. APR can be a good way to compare credit cards to see which would work out cheaper for you.   How […]
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Best Credit Cards with 0% APR periods 2024

4th September 2024
Best Credit Cards with 0% APR periods Finding a card with a  low interest rate can help you manage your balance each month and save money on charges. Below is a guide to 5 of the best Low interest credit cards available to U.S. customers.   Citi Diamond Preferred Card Introductory Offer: 0% APR for […]
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Halifax and Lloyds Increase Mortgage to Salary Ratio

3rd September 2024
Halifax and Lloyds Increase Mortgage to Salary Ratio Halifax and Lloyds, two of the UK’s largest mortgage lenders, have recently announced a significant change to their mortgage lending criteria, allowing prospective homeowners to borrow up to 5.5 times their annual income. This marks an increase from the previous limit of 4.49 times income and will […]
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How much will Oasis make from their reunion tour?

3rd September 2024
How much will Oasis make from their reunion tour? The announcement that got everybody talking, Oasis will be touring the UK in 2025 for 25 dates set for the summer. The tickets went on sale last week with a fight for the front of the queue.   Earnings from the Tour: The tour is expected […]
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The cost of Attending the 2024 Paris Paralympics

30th August 2024
The cost of Attending the 2024 Paris Paralympics The 2024 Paris Paralympics will be running from the 28th August to the 8th September with 549 events and 4,400 athletes. The Paralympic games still have tickets you can purchase to experience the incredible athletes in action in Paris.   Affordable Ticket Prices One of the highlights […]
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Using cash to help you budget

28th August 2024
  The Cash Method The cash method of saving is a straightforward approach to managing your finances, where you take out your monthly budget in cash and use only this money for all your expenses. This method helps curb unnecessary spending by making you more aware of how much you're spending and what you're spending […]
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Should you extend your mortgage term?

28th August 2024
  When financial challenges arise, extending your mortgage term might seem like a viable solution to ease the burden of monthly payments. However, it's essential to consider the long-term implications of such a decision. While extending your mortgage term can lower your monthly outgoings, it significantly increases the amount of interest you pay over time, […]
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