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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.

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What you need to do to fill in your self assessment form and what information will I need?

12th April 2024
It’s time to fill in your self assessment tax forms again after the last financial year ended on April 5. To ensure that the HMRC are up to date with your finances, you can send over your self assessment form online or request a paper form. If you use the online service you will need […]
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How to prevent and spot bank fraud

11th April 2024
The amount of fraud cases has been rising and with digital banking becoming the new norm there are many ways someone can get access to your account. It is important to stay aware of scams so you can protect your accounts.  The Guardian reported that fraud cases in the UK more than doubled in 2023 […]
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What is the 50-30-20 money saving rule?

11th April 2024
If you are trying to save money and need some extra tips then the 50-30-20 rule could be super helpful to create a budget. With this rule you will be splitting your income up and assigning each pot of money to a selected category. This rule will work best if you have a separate savings […]
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Banks with the highest record of fraud

10th April 2024
The PSR conduct research to discover which banks were subject to the most fraud as well as the rate at which reimbursement was provided to customers. UK Finance has found that APP fraud in the first half of 2023 came to a total of £239.3m and there was only £152.8m returned to the victims. APP […]
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How is Council tax calculated?

10th April 2024
The government has announced that they will be increasing the cost of council tax due to the rate of inflation in the UK. How they calculate your council tax The cost of Council tax is determined from the valuation of the property from 1991 in England and Scotland and 2003 in Wales. If your property […]
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Food inflation is falling with supermarkets leading the charge against higher food prices

10th April 2024
We have all seen food prices rise sharply over the past two years, but there is evidence to suggest that we have seen the worst of the escalating food costs. Many factors have caused food prices to spiral upwards since 2022, including issues over the global supply chain since the Covid-19 pandemic, and the Russian […]
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3 Budgeting Apps to Use in 2024

9th April 2024
Using a finance app can often be a helpful way to keep on track of your money wherever you are and in a specific way for your needs. Tracking your money shows you how much your are spending and can support you in making a change. There are many options for free budget apps as […]
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Why is Council tax rising?

8th April 2024
Why does Council Tax rise? Rises are driven by the scale of the financial pressures that authorities are under. The Council’s Network reports there will be a collective funding gap of £1.1bn over the next 2 years even after the rises in council tax. Financial strain on the authorities Four councils have been forced to […]
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Rental Prices are Rising Faster than Wages

8th April 2024
According to Zoopla, the average UK rental price is currently £1,223 which is a +7.8% increase over the last year.   Are rental prices rising higher than the growth of wages? The Guardian have reported that there is an expected further 13% increase in rental prices by 2027. The Office for Budget Responsibility have found […]
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Why are mobile phone contract prices rising?

4th April 2024
Each year in March or April providers will increase their prices which in the past have added a substantial cost to peoples phone bills. In 2024 the average increase has been around 7.9% on top of customers’ bills. Why? The prices always rise according to the Retail Prices Indec (RPI) or the Customer Price Index […]
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How much of my salary should be spent on the mortgage?

4th April 2024
Your mortgage is going to be a significant financial investment and a long-term commitment that will require careful consideration of your budget and financial capacity. Deciding how much you can afford to borrow is a crucial step in this process, and both you and the lender will need to thoroughly evaluate your current financial situation, […]
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How to save money on your move to Australia

4th April 2024
A big move is expensive and everything you need will add up very quickly so it is vital you have started saving before you begin. You should try to save up to 3-6 months’ worth of living expenses so you can afford the move and to settle in. You will need enough to cover all […]
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