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  1. How to save money when buying beauty products

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    Cosmetics, perfume and skincare products – what’s not to love? These items can make you feel more self-confident, and they feel like the ultimate luxury purchase, which makes them doubly tempting.

    The only problem is that beauty products can be expensive. However, there are ways you can save money when buying fragrances, make-up and skincare… here are just a few tips to help you.

  2. How can I make my wedding cheaper?

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    Weddings can be expensive business.  Apparently the average cost of a UK wedding in 2018 was £32,273 according to Hitched.  That’s crazy money! 

    Personally I think that amount of money is better off going towards a house deposit that gives you security for your future and is an investment, not just one day.  Or towards your retirement.  It’s quite extravagant for the average person to save so much money to blow on one day. 

    Of course if you want to spend that amount then no judgement and perhaps you can afford to, but going by the title of this blog post you are here because you want to make your wedding cheaper.

  3. Eco-friendly camping essentials that save money

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    Camping season is nearly upon us.  Whether you are going camping with friends, family or for the summer music festivals, it’s good practice to make sure you leave nature as you found it and use as many eco-friendly camping essentials as you can.  Not only will this reduce your impact on the environment, but they could even save you some cash in the long run.

    In this blog post I am going to share with you some eco-friendly camping essentials that can also save you money.

  4. Does matched betting affect mortgage application?

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    One question I see raised time and again about matched betting is whether it affects a mortgage application.   In this blog post I am going to explore my own experience of applying for a mortgage whilst being a matched bettor.

    Our fixed deal was coming to an end and so we applied for a new mortgage at the end of last year to lock in a great new fixed rate.  It was the first time I had applied for a mortgage since starting matched betting two years ago and so I was slightly nervous to whether matched betting affected my credit score and if my mortgage application would be denied. 

  5. The cheapest ways to get Netflix UK

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    Almost one year ago I wrote a blog post about how we managed to save £315 per year on our TV and broadband in the space of five minutes.  One of the ways was by cancelling our TV licence that was costing us £147 per year.  We barely watched live TV anymore and never used BBC iPlayer.  We decided we could do without normal TV and any BBC catch up services and save ourselves this money each year, especially as we had already signed up to Netflix and couldn’t justify the cost of both.  So, Netflix won and we have been very happily working our way through their offerings for just over a year now.

  6. Tips to make booking a family holiday more affordable

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    If you’re anything like me then you’re getting well and truly fed up with the cold English winter weather and dreaming of escaping to more luxurious destinations.  The January blues have set in and to cheer myself up I’ve booked a couple of family holidays for later in the year.  In this blog post I will explore how to make your next family holiday more affordable.

  7. Make money at home with Prolific Academic

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    I signed up with Prolific Academic, also just known as Prolific, quite a long time ago.  I’d read rave reviews from other bloggers and home money makers about it being the best sort of survey site out there.  I say sort of as it’s not really a survey site, but the tasks are more like studies and research for academics.  Well, I’ve only just got round to properly using the site recently and making money as I was using the site totally wrong!  Read on to discover the best way to get notified of studies on Prolific and learn how to make money from home with Prolific.

  8. Is being vegan expensive?

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    Is being vegan expensive?  The answer?  It can be as expensive or as affordable as you want it to be.  Pretty much like anything else in life.  You can choose the cheap car or you can choose a more luxurious car.  The same goes for food, drink, holidays, clothes, homewares, you name it.  Choosing to lead a healthy lifestyle is no different.  It can cost a pretty penny or you can choose to do it on a budget.

    One question I’m asked a lot as I am now 100% plant based (or vegan as it’s more widely and easily understood), is whether it is expensive.   My answer is yes and no.  No it’s not expensive if you stick to eating a diet stuffed full of fresh fruits and vegetables, but mostly veggies, that are in season.  But yes it is expensive if you start buying processed vegan food and junk food such as vegan cheeses and vegan mayonnaises, raw chocolate bars, meat alternatives and so on.

  9. Want to make your money work harder? Read this

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    When it comes to money, you always want to know that you’re doing well with it and learn methods to make your money work harder.

    Although it is common for you to find that you go through tough times with your money, you don’t have to live that way forever.

    Maybe right now you’re not doing so well financially and you’re desperate to find a way to turn that around?

    Or maybe you’re doing okay, but you still want to make sure that you really change your financial situation for the better?

    Well, then it’s time to make the money you do have, work a little bit harder.

  10. Budget friendly hen party ideas for all types of bride

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    If you’re organising a hen do but don’t want to go overboard with the spending then I have some budget friendly hen party ideas in this blog post for you.  Whilst the dream may be for everyone to fly to Ibiza and stay in a luxury hotel for a week, the bank balance may simply say no.  Plus it’s a lot of money to expect your friends to pay, especially if you want to invite a large group who will no doubt have wildly different salaries and financial situations.  You can still have tons of fun even on a budget and in your home country. 

    Here are some budget friendly hen party ideas to make your cash stretch a little further:

  11. How you can make money from your holiday

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    Traveling is a dream come true for many of us. Exploring new cultures, trying new foods, and discovering beautiful landscapes can be an unforgettable experience. However, traveling can also be expensive, and not everyone has the financial means to travel as much as they would like. Luckily, there are ways to earn money while on holiday and offset some of the costs. Whether you're a photographer, a writer, or simply looking for a way to immerse yourself in a new culture while earning money, there are plenty of opportunities available. In this article, we'll explore some creative ways to make money while on holiday, so you can travel the world without breaking the bank.