One of the most common questions people ask us is: “do I need life insurance?” It may not seem like a priority compared to some of the other monthly direct debits you pay. And, with many households maintaining a tight budget, it can often seem like an unnecessary expense. However, while many people think nothing…
As experts in finding you the right life insurance, we know you might have lots of questions. So, to help you, here are answers to some of the most common questions about life insurance. If you’re rather just compare life insurance online, visit our life insurance page to get a quote. What is life…
If you’re struggling with your mental health, it can make earning and managing your money harder. And, worrying about your finances can make your mental health worse. The two things can feed each other and become a vicious cycle. 2020 has been particularly tough, both on finances and mental health. Lockdowns have left many people…
Your business is something you have worked hard to build, so it’s understandable that you want to protect it from unexpected setbacks. Many business owners look after their company by making sure they have the right insurance to cover their business premises and equipment. But would your business be able to survive without you or…
Your family is your most valuable asset. While you can’t a price on your children, it is possible to work out how much they cost in the years between their birth and their independence. So, how much does it cost to raise a child? Every year, the Child Poverty Action Group (CPAG) publishes a report…
The last six months have been dominated by the devastating impact of coronavirus. By 27th October 2020, more than 45,000 people in the UK had lost their lives to Covid-19 with more than 890,000 people having tested positive for the virus. Of course, it’s not just in the UK where the virus has had an…
While the world has spent 2020 coping with the coronavirus pandemic, winter also sees the return of the traditional flu season. According to BUPA, seasonal flu normally starts to affect people between December and March, although outbreaks can happen from October onwards. While flu affects thousands of people in the UK every year, a new…
Having children and a mortgage are two of the biggest financial commitments you can make. Research from the Child Poverty Action Group (CPAG) say that the cost of raising a child from birth to age 18, excluding housing, childcare and Council Tax, is now £75,436 for a couple/family. Even if you don’t have children, paying…
Have you got the right balance between your work and your home life? If you feel you don’t, you’re not alone. According to the CIPD, the professional body for human resources and people development, only one in three (35%) workers say that work has a positive impact on their mental health. The study also found…
How well do you sleep? If you struggle to get a good night’s sleep, you’re not alone. A 2019 report by Loughborough University found that three in four employees in the UK suffer persistent sleep problems, and over half (54%) are unable to stay awake in the day. A quarter of the people questioned said…
