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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

How much National debt does the UK have?

12th June 2024
How much debt does the UK have? In the year ending March 2024, the ONS reports that the government borrowed £121.4bn. The report showed that the government borrowed £7.3b more than the £114.1b forecast by ONS. Overall, National debt has reached levels of £22.7 trillion which has been built up over the years. ONS report […]
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What is Stamp Duty and how much do I pay?

12th June 2024
When you buy a residential property such as a new home you will have to pay stamp duty, a tax to transfer the ownership of the property. Stamp duty is another part of buying a house you need to be aware of and make sure you know how much you have to pay.   How […]
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The Conservative manifesto affects you

11th June 2024
Today, the Conservative party have announced their manifesto with Rishi Sunak stating their pledges for their time in parliament if they are voted in on July 4th.   The pledges which could affect you   If you're planning to buy a home Reviving the Help to Buy scheme for first time buyers. The government will […]
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The dangers of underestimating the minimum cost of retirement

11th June 2024
More than half of Brits are in the dark or ‘dangerously underestimating’ the minimum cost of retirement How much you will need to live on when you retire is a question that can often lead to uncertain answers, and a recent study conduced by pension provider Pension Bee has found that it confuses many. A […]
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Tips on using your bank card abroad

7th June 2024
When you are abroad there are ways to make sure you don’t pay large on exchange rates and make the most out of your holiday budget. There are some tips you can follow to make this easier.
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Can I qualify for Debt relief?

6th June 2024
When you find yourself in debt and unable to pay it back you could qualify for credit card forgiveness otherwise called, debt relief. This is when the creditor pardons a debtor from some or all of the outstanding debt.   A Debt Relief Order (DRO) You can apply for a DRO for free and talk […]
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How to keep your budgeting app secure

5th June 2024
  How to keep your budgeting app secure Using budgeting apps can be a super helpful tool to keep track of your finances and stick to a budget to help you save or make better use of your money. Lots of people use an app to help them visualise their budget better and get tips. […]
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How long does it take to build up a credit score?

4th June 2024
If you are thinking about getting a credit card then make sure you are prepared to manage your finances responsibly and take the steps to ensure a perfect record. It will take around 6 months to build a decent score to obtain credit and for a credit score to be calculated. From here you should […]
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RWE Renewables and PPC Renewables’ financing for their 940-megawatt portfolio of solar farms

3rd June 2024
Two leading energy groups, RWE Renewables and PPC Renewables have financed their 940-megawatt portfolio of solar farms in Amyntaio, Western Macedonia through their Meton joint venture company. RWE Renewables is a leading company in the field of renewable energy and with investments just like this one they are on their way to the success of […]
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Spending on Election campaigns

3rd June 2024
There are regulations in place to ensure political parties stick to spending limits and a fair budget for their campaigns. Each party must submit their spending returns to the Electoral Commission which they have 3 months to submit or 6 months if they spent over £250,000 during the campaign period. Each parties’ case is investigated […]
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Which supermarket loyalty scheme is the best for saving money 2024?

30th May 2024
Now prices are returning to more normal rates, going shopping may be less stressful and buying yourself a treat for the week could become more viable. Supermarkets are always competing with each other to offer the best rewards and prices to entice customers to make them their regular shop. Certain supermarkets are now introducing a […]
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Supermarket challenges encourage over spending

30th May 2024
Tesco, Asda, Morrisons and Sainsbury’s have all added a new feature to their loyalty schemes, offering their members bonus points for hitting targets. The schemes set spending targets and challenges which when met will reward the shopper with more savings and rewards.   The supermarkets claim this feature give their shoppers a more personalised saving […]
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