What's Your Money Weak Spot?

Get Your Cash Flow Back on Track in Next to No Time With Our Top Money-saving Tips
 

Let’s face it – we all want to make life that little bit more affordable. So whether you’re saving to buy a house, need a high school or university fee deposit, or simply want to boost your retirement savings, there’s no better time to start thinking about safeguarding your finances.

‘People often push finances to the back of their mind, thinking ‘‘I’ll deal with it when I get there”,’ says Anita Nail, UK consumer editor. ‘And then find they can’t get a bond, or afford a car service, all because they didn’t start saving when they had the opportunity.’

Wanting security for the future is one thing, but most people are guilty of everyday cash flow slip-ups that can have a long-term effect on financial stability. With new research showing that one in seven people take on extra work just to keep their heads above water, we’ve put together the most common money mistakes and asked the experts to come up with simple fixes. Break bad habits and beat financial pitfalls with these cash-savvy solutions.

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