The student property investment market continues to out perform other commercial property investments in the U.K. The student numbers have continued to increase year on year with an additional 19,209 in 2013 according to UCAS application figures.
In today’s employment market, employers can no longer rely on attractive salaries to entice potential employees, nor can they rely on such salaries to retain existing employees. The challenge for the present day employers is to find innovative ways of offering additional benefits that are perceived to be beneficial to the welfare of their staff.
No doubt you’ve heard of the phrase ‘Catch-22’. It’s the perfect phrase to describe the process of building your credit rating. As a fresh-faced 18 year old, you go out into the big wide world with no history of debt to tarnish your name. You’re careful with your money, you squirrel away your savings and you’re eventually ready to take out a mortgage...but, the bank manager proclaims that ‘computer says no’.
When you run a contracting business, you need to deal with the risk of litigation. Some insurance for contractors is a legal requirement, others are a good idea. Here are some to consider.
If you've never purchased stock before, it can be a little confusing. At first, it seems like all you have to do is tell your broker to buy whatever company you want to buy. When it's time to sell, just tell him to sell. It's not quite that easy. Why? Because there are several types of orders you can give your broker, and he's going to ask you about them when you enter a transaction.
Every home, from an apartment to a castle needs to be given a new lease of life every now and then, but with the cost of living rising, we might not always be able to afford a complete revamp or the price of getting the decorators in. We help you decorate your home on a budget.
Secured loans are loans where you need to put forth an asset as security or as collateral to borrow funds. Secured loans are generally for larger sums of money than personal loans. You get a generous repayment period together with lower interest rates, as well.
Accident claims can be a risky business, but if you’ve lost out on income as a direct result of an accident that wasn’t your fault, with a strong case you should be able to claim the compensation you deserve.
Soaring insurance premiums have affected people from all walks of life over recent years, from younger and older motorists through to drivers that use vehicles for business. No matter what sort of vehicle you drive for business – whether it is a car, a van or a commercial truck – you will find that the cost of premiums can be crippling unless you take the time to try and reduce these costs.
Financial difficulties rarely raise their head when you’re flush – such is life. Instead, they will crash into your world when you least expect them and can ill afford to set them right. There are ways to deal with such unexpected pitfalls though, which can help see you through until things pick up again.
The never-ending balancing act that is personal finance can be tricky. It’s often hard to know what to do with your money as there is so much conflicting advice being issued.
Putting up a business is a costly investment. For this reason, you should make sure that you sign up for the right business insurance coverage that will give you the assistance that you need in case an unfortunate event takes place.
Gambling has always been a popular pastime throughout history, but it has always been a hobby that needs to be closely monitored to prevent addiction. Especially now it is so easy to get online and access a casino.
Life can be difficult enough without the additional stress of money worries. Taking steps to organise your finances can help you feel more secure, allowing you to focus on the countless other things life throws at you. Here are five tips for financial peace of mind.
We place our trust in health care professionals however mistakes can be made and people can suffer as a result.
With a sunny bank holiday fresh in our memories, we're daring to believe we've finally left winter behind. While many of us tackle the traditional spring clean, others are thinking of making bigger changes - and planning a few home improvements over the sunny months that (hopefully) lie ahead.
If you’re a risk-averse type who’s always shied away from trading for fear of losing every last bean you own, you might be surprised to learn that there is a safe and easy way of trading to make money. Binary options are straightforward, up-or-down trades that can be very lucrative if you play your cards right – and you don’t have to be an expert at trading to succeed.
Weddings can put incredible strain on the finances, especially when the simple cost of living is on the rise, too. The last thing you want to be worrying about in the lead up to your special day is money. Here are some great tips on how to plan your wedding on a budget, while still keeping it special.
Fifteen years ago, the concept of computing on a phone barely crossed consumer minds. Since the iPhone was released in 2007, however, our lives increasingly revolve around our smartphones. A 2011 Cisco survey estimated that there will be one mobile device for every person on earth by 2015. Businesses need to catch up.
When you have had an accident, things can feel pretty bleak. As well as the pain of the injury itself and possible broken bones, dislocations or ligament ruptures – the emotional trauma can be just as difficult to get over.
