Monthly Archives: May 2012

With an extra two days off work this weekend, it’s all too easy to overspend. And with the entire nation celebrating not just one day off work but two and the Queen’s diamond jubilee to boot, it’s going to be all-too-easy to get caught up in the holiday atmosphere and forget our financial woes for… Read more »

With a full-blown recession under way for the second time, anyone under the age of 40 is in new territory, financially-speaking. Jobs are uncertain and money’s tight and suddenly, wartime thrift – the preserve of the so-called ‘Silent Generation’, is starting to sound like good advice. So what can we learn from generations of the… Read more »

This weekend, the Queen will be celebrating 60 years on the throne. This means bunting, Union Jacks and an extra-long weekend. As the country gears itself up for four days of celebration,  here are the best ways to celebrate the Jubilee for free… 1. Watch the Thames Jubilee Pageant 1,000 boats from across the world… Read more »

This week’s TotallyMoney Blog Carnival was hosted by Marissa over at Thirty Six Months. Head on over to Thirty Six Months for Marissa’s quest to become debt free in less than three years. Remember to submit your posts for next week’s Carnival, which will be hosted over at Sterling Effort. Editor’s picks The Frugal Toad unearths the best web… Read more »

It’s set to be the ultimate summer of sport and your little ones are no doubt already anxiously waiting for the holidays to begin so they can get out there and take part. If you’re worried about how your budding Beckham, wannabe Mo Farah or mini Rebecca Adlington can stay fit and active this summer … Read more »

If you’ve just started selling goods on eBay, whether you’re a private seller or you have a shop, you might find that you’re earning less than you hoped. In Part 1 we looked at ways to attract more customers and present your sale goods in the most attractive light. Now let’s look at the trust… Read more »

As summer finally rears its head we’re lusting over holidays here at TotallyMoney. A Thrifty Mrs unearths the secret sites for last minute holiday deals, while Alex shares her tips on luxury holidays for less. With the Queen’s Jubilee just around the corner, we’ve also been taking a look at financial truths and financial benefits… Read more »

Hindsight is a wonderful thing. Ever thought you’d have done some things differently back then, given what you know today? If you’re already over 50 imagine how much simpler life would be if you’d known the following six things years ago. And if you’re not yet 50, look and learn. 1. That you would want/have… Read more »

With the economy as it is, a fancy holiday may seem depressingly out of reach. But here are 10 tips for bagging one on the cheap: 1. Check exchange rates to see which destinations will offer you the best deals. 2. Be prepared to go out of season. July and August are outrageously expensive times… Read more »

Selling goods on eBay can provide you with a nice regular income, or just get you out of a tight financial spot from time to time. However much you hope to earn, there are plenty of ways to optimise your sales and boost your profits. If you’re new to selling on eBay, remember there’s a… Read more »