Family

Financial guidance for parents managing household budgets and teaching children about money. Topics include childcare costs, student finances, separation arrangements and affordable family activities.

Budgeting for Students

Help yourself through university by planning your money carefully and avoiding early overspending on nights out.

Can You Afford to Have Children?

Raising a child costs around £190,000, but careful planning and lifestyle adjustments can make parenthood financially manageable.

Cheap Ways to Keep the Kids Entertained

Keep kids entertained on a budget with free and cheap activities like outdoor games, local clubs, and craft projects.

Growing Your Own Food

Growing your own food saves money and gives you fresher vegetables, whether you start with pots in your kitchen or a full garden patch.

Online Saving Tips

Cut through misleading online deals by comparing prices, checking shipping costs, and waiting for price drops on entertainment items.

Saving for Your Children

Help your child's future by saving small amounts regularly, even if you can't spare much each month.

Splitting the Finances When You Separate

How to handle money and possessions fairly when you split from a partner without letting emotions get in the way.

Student Loans and Finances

Understand how much student loans and tuition actually cost, and what steps help you borrow less and avoid excessive debt.

Teach Your Children About Money

Help your kids understand money's real value by teaching them to earn it, budget it, and make their own spending choices.

Ten Things to Do That Cost Less That One Pound

Spend a pound or less on theatre tickets, coach travel, TV audience seats, and seven other budget activities worth doing.