Categories

Retire Early

We can retire sooner than we thought!
By Money Mage · 21 June 2020 · Retire Early, Financial Independence, Wealth
Our plans look on track for a slightly-overweight FIRE in our early to mid 40s. But will we FIRE?
How to be mortgage free and retiring early
By Money Mage · 06 January 2019 · Retire Early, Mortgage, Frugality, Fruggles, Financial Independence
How I achieved mortgage freedom. It’s possible to be mortgage free at 35. How to save, paying off debt, how to retire early, paying off mortgages early, figuring out when I can retire, and a few more frugality hacks. I’ll do this as your guide - with helpful tips and tricks - right from me, The Money Mage.

Mortgage

Should I overpay my Mortgage?
By Money Mage · 28 September 2020 · Mortgage, Savings, Frugality
Mortgage overpayments can save you tens of thousands in interest. You can be mortgage free in half the time. But what are the downsides?
What is a Mortgage Overpayment?
By Money Mage · 20 November 2019 · Mortgage, What Is, Frugality
You can overpay your mortgage, saving thousands if not tens of thousands in interest payments. Money Mage explores what mortgage overpayments are, what are early repayment charges, and should you overpay your mortgage?
What is a Mortgage?
By Money Mage · 24 September 2019 · Mortgage, What Is, Frugality
For the majority, the only way of buying a property is with a mortgage. Yet mortgages are confusing. I’ll cover what is a mortgage, overpaying your mortgage, cheap mortgage deals, finding the lowest mortgage rate, saving money with your mortgage, and more.
How to be mortgage free and retiring early
By Money Mage · 06 January 2019 · Retire Early, Mortgage, Frugality, Fruggles, Financial Independence
How I achieved mortgage freedom. It’s possible to be mortgage free at 35. How to save, paying off debt, how to retire early, paying off mortgages early, figuring out when I can retire, and a few more frugality hacks. I’ll do this as your guide - with helpful tips and tricks - right from me, The Money Mage.

Frugality

December 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 10 January 2021 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to December 2020
November 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 06 December 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to November 2020
8 Reasons to Ditch Your Mobile Contract
By Money Mage · 30 November 2020 · Frugality, Saving
Mobile Phone Contracts are costing you. Find out how to save £1,600 on your mobile phone costs.
Big Black Friday Sale 2020 - Save up to 100%
By Money Mage · 25 November 2020 · Frugality, Marketing
Big Black Friday Sale - Save up to 100% - You can save up to 100% this Black Friday. Find out how with these 3 easy steps.
20 Money Tips I Wish I Knew In My 20s
By Money Mage · 11 November 2020 · Wealth, Principles, Frugality
I asked Personal Finance Experts what they wished they knew about money when they were in the 20s, and here is their wisdom.
October 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 08 November 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to October 2020
Where should I keep my Emergency Fund?
By Money Mage · 27 October 2020 · Emergency Fund, Frugality
With interest rates so low on cash savings, where should you keep your Emergency Fund? Here are 10 ideas.
Ultimate Batch Cook Chilli Con Carne
By Money Mage · 12 October 2020 · Healthy Living, Food, Habits, Frugality
Batch cooking is amazing, but sometimes eating the same thing over and over is boring. So why not mix up your cooking and turn batch cooked meals into other tasty meals?
September 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 06 October 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to September 2020
Should I overpay my Mortgage?
By Money Mage · 28 September 2020 · Mortgage, Savings, Frugality
Mortgage overpayments can save you tens of thousands in interest. You can be mortgage free in half the time. But what are the downsides?
6 Reasons to Batch Cook
By Money Mage · 22 September 2020 · Healthy Living, Food, Habits, Frugality
We love our food. But eating well does not have to be time consuming or expensive. Learn to batch cook and eat well for less every day of the week.
Save more money with DIY
By Money Mage · 14 September 2020 · DIY, Frugality
Tradespeople are a pain to organise and are not cheap. Learn basic DIY skills to do basic repairs for less than a third of the price of the trades.
August 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 08 September 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to August 2020
July 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 10 August 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to July 2020
AwesomeBloggerAward - Money Mage
By Money Mage · 02 August 2020 · Frugality, FIRE, Savings
I’ve been nominated for the AwesomeBloggerAward. Here’s a little something about me, and my nominations
7 Thoughts on Low Cost Living
By Money Mage · 25 July 2020 · Frugality, FIRE
We live in a low cost of living city, it is accelerating our Financial Independence plans
5 Reasons to be Happily Childfree
By Money Mage · 13 July 2020 · Children, Frugality, FIRE
Not another DINK couple talking about wealth. Sure, but hear me out…
June 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 05 July 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to June 2020
May 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 06 June 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to May 2020
Money Mage on Joney Talks
By Money Mage · 16 May 2020 · Frugality, Savings, Financial Independence, Principles, Habits, Podcast
I recently spoke all things Personal Finance with Jonathan Verhaeghe of Joney Talks podcast fame.
April 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 07 May 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to April 2020
March 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 06 April 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to March 2020
February 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 08 March 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to February 2020
January 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 08 February 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to January 2020
December 2019 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 06 January 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to December 2019
November 2019 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 07 December 2019 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to November 2019
What is a Mortgage Overpayment?
By Money Mage · 20 November 2019 · Mortgage, What Is, Frugality
You can overpay your mortgage, saving thousands if not tens of thousands in interest payments. Money Mage explores what mortgage overpayments are, what are early repayment charges, and should you overpay your mortgage?
10 Best Things to Do in Rome
By Money Mage · 14 November 2019 · Travel, Frugality
We’ve just returned from Rome having done a mid-week, off-season, frugal break. It’s a beautiful, ancient city with so much to see. Find out what to do, and what to avoid
October 2019 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 06 November 2019 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to October 2019
What is an Emergency Fund?
By Money Mage · 04 November 2019 · Emergency Fund, What Is, Frugality
Most households can’t save. An FCA survey in 2018 states 41% households would struggle with an unexpected bill of £100. An Emergency Fund is your lifeline. Your first step on the path to freedom.
What's more important than Halloween?
By Money Mage · 28 October 2019 · Halloween, Frugality, Food
It’s that time of year again. Halloween! Yay! Pumpkins! Fancy Dress! Skeletons! Money Spending! But do you have any medium to long term goals that are more important?
8 reasons Financial Independence is for Everyone
By Money Mage · 17 October 2019 · Financial Independence, Principles, Habits, Healthy Living, Frugality
Financial Independence isn’t just for the privileged. No matter your background the Principles of FI will help you.
Protect your holiday & avoid another Thomas Cook
By Money Mage · 06 October 2019 · Travel, Frugality, Consumer Protection
All inclusive holidays can be costly. Especially when your travel firm goes bust. Money Mage will give you four tips to protect your holidays in the future.
September 2019 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 05 October 2019 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to September 2019
Make money when spending
By Money Mage · 04 October 2019 · Frugality, Habits, Shopping
Find the best cashback, reward cards, and cashback credit cards to save hundreds if not thousands.
How to save money with DIY
By Money Mage · 01 October 2019 · DIY, Frugality
Tired of struggling with your landlord and letting agent? You buy a place and struggle with tradespeople. Free yourself and learn how to save money with DIY
What is a Mortgage?
By Money Mage · 24 September 2019 · Mortgage, What Is, Frugality
For the majority, the only way of buying a property is with a mortgage. Yet mortgages are confusing. I’ll cover what is a mortgage, overpaying your mortgage, cheap mortgage deals, finding the lowest mortgage rate, saving money with your mortgage, and more.
How to save money when driving
By Money Mage · 26 January 2019 · Vehicles, Frugality
Driving a vehicle can be a costly affair. Money Mage will teach you simple ways to reduce your fuel consumption saving you money.
Cheap holidays without breaking the bank 2019
By Money Mage · 15 January 2019 · Travel, Frugality
All inclusive holidays can be costly. Last minute city breaks can break the bank too. Money Mage will show you cheap holidays and how to save money on your 2019 breaks.
How to lose weight and save money at the same time
By Money Mage · 12 January 2019 · Healthy Living, Food, Exercise, Habits, Frugality, Fruggles
It’s the time of year again. Overindulgence at Christmas. Spent way more than we’d like. Regrets and tummies are large. Everyone is asking ‘How to reduce my tummy?’ ‘How to lose weight?’ Money Mage will help you lose you the pounds without losing the pounds.
How to be mortgage free and retiring early
By Money Mage · 06 January 2019 · Retire Early, Mortgage, Frugality, Fruggles, Financial Independence
How I achieved mortgage freedom. It’s possible to be mortgage free at 35. How to save, paying off debt, how to retire early, paying off mortgages early, figuring out when I can retire, and a few more frugality hacks. I’ll do this as your guide - with helpful tips and tricks - right from me, The Money Mage.

Fruggles

How to lose weight and save money at the same time
By Money Mage · 12 January 2019 · Healthy Living, Food, Exercise, Habits, Frugality, Fruggles
It’s the time of year again. Overindulgence at Christmas. Spent way more than we’d like. Regrets and tummies are large. Everyone is asking ‘How to reduce my tummy?’ ‘How to lose weight?’ Money Mage will help you lose you the pounds without losing the pounds.
How to be mortgage free and retiring early
By Money Mage · 06 January 2019 · Retire Early, Mortgage, Frugality, Fruggles, Financial Independence
How I achieved mortgage freedom. It’s possible to be mortgage free at 35. How to save, paying off debt, how to retire early, paying off mortgages early, figuring out when I can retire, and a few more frugality hacks. I’ll do this as your guide - with helpful tips and tricks - right from me, The Money Mage.

Financial Independence

We can retire sooner than we thought!
By Money Mage · 21 June 2020 · Retire Early, Financial Independence, Wealth
Our plans look on track for a slightly-overweight FIRE in our early to mid 40s. But will we FIRE?
Money Mage on Joney Talks
By Money Mage · 16 May 2020 · Frugality, Savings, Financial Independence, Principles, Habits, Podcast
I recently spoke all things Personal Finance with Jonathan Verhaeghe of Joney Talks podcast fame.
Is P2P a Safe Investment?
By Money Mage · 26 October 2019 · Financial Independence, P2P, Crowdfunding, Portfolios
Peer to Peer (P2P) Lending is a new form of Investment in the UK. You pool your money with other investors for possible greater returns. But is P2P a safe investment?
8 reasons Financial Independence is for Everyone
By Money Mage · 17 October 2019 · Financial Independence, Principles, Habits, Healthy Living, Frugality
Financial Independence isn’t just for the privileged. No matter your background the Principles of FI will help you.
How to be mortgage free and retiring early
By Money Mage · 06 January 2019 · Retire Early, Mortgage, Frugality, Fruggles, Financial Independence
How I achieved mortgage freedom. It’s possible to be mortgage free at 35. How to save, paying off debt, how to retire early, paying off mortgages early, figuring out when I can retire, and a few more frugality hacks. I’ll do this as your guide - with helpful tips and tricks - right from me, The Money Mage.

Healthy Living

Ultimate Batch Cook Chilli Con Carne
By Money Mage · 12 October 2020 · Healthy Living, Food, Habits, Frugality
Batch cooking is amazing, but sometimes eating the same thing over and over is boring. So why not mix up your cooking and turn batch cooked meals into other tasty meals?
6 Reasons to Batch Cook
By Money Mage · 22 September 2020 · Healthy Living, Food, Habits, Frugality
We love our food. But eating well does not have to be time consuming or expensive. Learn to batch cook and eat well for less every day of the week.
8 reasons Financial Independence is for Everyone
By Money Mage · 17 October 2019 · Financial Independence, Principles, Habits, Healthy Living, Frugality
Financial Independence isn’t just for the privileged. No matter your background the Principles of FI will help you.
How to lose weight and save money at the same time
By Money Mage · 12 January 2019 · Healthy Living, Food, Exercise, Habits, Frugality, Fruggles
It’s the time of year again. Overindulgence at Christmas. Spent way more than we’d like. Regrets and tummies are large. Everyone is asking ‘How to reduce my tummy?’ ‘How to lose weight?’ Money Mage will help you lose you the pounds without losing the pounds.

Food

Ultimate Batch Cook Chilli Con Carne
By Money Mage · 12 October 2020 · Healthy Living, Food, Habits, Frugality
Batch cooking is amazing, but sometimes eating the same thing over and over is boring. So why not mix up your cooking and turn batch cooked meals into other tasty meals?
6 Reasons to Batch Cook
By Money Mage · 22 September 2020 · Healthy Living, Food, Habits, Frugality
We love our food. But eating well does not have to be time consuming or expensive. Learn to batch cook and eat well for less every day of the week.
What's more important than Halloween?
By Money Mage · 28 October 2019 · Halloween, Frugality, Food
It’s that time of year again. Halloween! Yay! Pumpkins! Fancy Dress! Skeletons! Money Spending! But do you have any medium to long term goals that are more important?
How to lose weight and save money at the same time
By Money Mage · 12 January 2019 · Healthy Living, Food, Exercise, Habits, Frugality, Fruggles
It’s the time of year again. Overindulgence at Christmas. Spent way more than we’d like. Regrets and tummies are large. Everyone is asking ‘How to reduce my tummy?’ ‘How to lose weight?’ Money Mage will help you lose you the pounds without losing the pounds.

Exercise

How to lose weight and save money at the same time
By Money Mage · 12 January 2019 · Healthy Living, Food, Exercise, Habits, Frugality, Fruggles
It’s the time of year again. Overindulgence at Christmas. Spent way more than we’d like. Regrets and tummies are large. Everyone is asking ‘How to reduce my tummy?’ ‘How to lose weight?’ Money Mage will help you lose you the pounds without losing the pounds.

Habits

Ultimate Batch Cook Chilli Con Carne
By Money Mage · 12 October 2020 · Healthy Living, Food, Habits, Frugality
Batch cooking is amazing, but sometimes eating the same thing over and over is boring. So why not mix up your cooking and turn batch cooked meals into other tasty meals?
6 Reasons to Batch Cook
By Money Mage · 22 September 2020 · Healthy Living, Food, Habits, Frugality
We love our food. But eating well does not have to be time consuming or expensive. Learn to batch cook and eat well for less every day of the week.
Money Mage on Joney Talks
By Money Mage · 16 May 2020 · Frugality, Savings, Financial Independence, Principles, Habits, Podcast
I recently spoke all things Personal Finance with Jonathan Verhaeghe of Joney Talks podcast fame.
5 Steps to get out of Debt
By Money Mage · 30 January 2020 · Debt, Habits, Frugal
We all suffer with debts. Many debts are a form of control, and the sooner you are clear of your debts, the sooner you will be free.
Money Mage plans for 2020
By Money Mage · 13 January 2020 · Reflection, Habits
Learning how to grow your net worth means working on your habits. Learning how to plan is a great way of habit building.
8 reasons Financial Independence is for Everyone
By Money Mage · 17 October 2019 · Financial Independence, Principles, Habits, Healthy Living, Frugality
Financial Independence isn’t just for the privileged. No matter your background the Principles of FI will help you.
Make money when spending
By Money Mage · 04 October 2019 · Frugality, Habits, Shopping
Find the best cashback, reward cards, and cashback credit cards to save hundreds if not thousands.
How to lose weight and save money at the same time
By Money Mage · 12 January 2019 · Healthy Living, Food, Exercise, Habits, Frugality, Fruggles
It’s the time of year again. Overindulgence at Christmas. Spent way more than we’d like. Regrets and tummies are large. Everyone is asking ‘How to reduce my tummy?’ ‘How to lose weight?’ Money Mage will help you lose you the pounds without losing the pounds.

Travel

Flybe Collapse. How to get a refund
By Money Mage · 05 March 2020 · Travel, Consumer Protection
Flybe the largest European regional airline has collapsed. Follow these 3 easy steps. You may be able to get a refund.
10 Best Things to Do in Rome
By Money Mage · 14 November 2019 · Travel, Frugality
We’ve just returned from Rome having done a mid-week, off-season, frugal break. It’s a beautiful, ancient city with so much to see. Find out what to do, and what to avoid
Protect your holiday & avoid another Thomas Cook
By Money Mage · 06 October 2019 · Travel, Frugality, Consumer Protection
All inclusive holidays can be costly. Especially when your travel firm goes bust. Money Mage will give you four tips to protect your holidays in the future.
Cheap holidays without breaking the bank 2019
By Money Mage · 15 January 2019 · Travel, Frugality
All inclusive holidays can be costly. Last minute city breaks can break the bank too. Money Mage will show you cheap holidays and how to save money on your 2019 breaks.

Vehicles

How to save money when driving
By Money Mage · 26 January 2019 · Vehicles, Frugality
Driving a vehicle can be a costly affair. Money Mage will teach you simple ways to reduce your fuel consumption saving you money.

Reflection

6 Reasons to Quit Your Job
By Money Mage · 27 May 2020 · Work, Reflection
Can a step down the Career Ladder can be good for your finances?
Money Mage plans for 2020
By Money Mage · 13 January 2020 · Reflection, Habits
Learning how to grow your net worth means working on your habits. Learning how to plan is a great way of habit building.
Money Mage plans for 2019
By Money Mage · 30 January 2019 · Reflection
It’s important to reflect on what has been and plan what will be. Despite plans sometimes not working out the way you expect.

What Is

What is a Share Option?
By Money Mage · 21 October 2020 · Tax, Investing, What Is
Share Options are the Option to buy Shares in a company for a particular price. Share Options are often provided as incentive when working at non-public companies. They are especially common in technology firms.
What is a Pension?
By Money Mage · 14 June 2020 · Tax, Pensions, What Is
Pensions in the UK are an amazing way to save for ‘early retirement’. Plan your pensions in your 20s. You will be on the path to wealth generation.
What is a Personal Allowance?
By Money Mage · 14 December 2019 · Tax, What Is
It’s possible earn, save and invest in tax-efficient ways, find out how!
What is an Income Tax Band?
By Money Mage · 01 December 2019 · Tax, What Is
Tax is boring. I get it. But understanding your Taxation is vital if you want to understand and grow your net worth.
What is a Mortgage Overpayment?
By Money Mage · 20 November 2019 · Mortgage, What Is, Frugality
You can overpay your mortgage, saving thousands if not tens of thousands in interest payments. Money Mage explores what mortgage overpayments are, what are early repayment charges, and should you overpay your mortgage?
What is an Emergency Fund?
By Money Mage · 04 November 2019 · Emergency Fund, What Is, Frugality
Most households can’t save. An FCA survey in 2018 states 41% households would struggle with an unexpected bill of £100. An Emergency Fund is your lifeline. Your first step on the path to freedom.
What is a Mortgage?
By Money Mage · 24 September 2019 · Mortgage, What Is, Frugality
For the majority, the only way of buying a property is with a mortgage. Yet mortgages are confusing. I’ll cover what is a mortgage, overpaying your mortgage, cheap mortgage deals, finding the lowest mortgage rate, saving money with your mortgage, and more.

DIY

Save more money with DIY
By Money Mage · 14 September 2020 · DIY, Frugality
Tradespeople are a pain to organise and are not cheap. Learn basic DIY skills to do basic repairs for less than a third of the price of the trades.
How to save money with DIY
By Money Mage · 01 October 2019 · DIY, Frugality
Tired of struggling with your landlord and letting agent? You buy a place and struggle with tradespeople. Free yourself and learn how to save money with DIY

Shopping

Fruugo Review
By Money Mage · 26 February 2020 · Reviews, Shopping, Consumer Protection
Fruugo does not self-identify as an online retailer, but a ‘marketplace’. You may not have heard the name before, but they are growing quickly, so you will soon.
Make money when spending
By Money Mage · 04 October 2019 · Frugality, Habits, Shopping
Find the best cashback, reward cards, and cashback credit cards to save hundreds if not thousands.

Savings

December 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 10 January 2021 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to December 2020
November 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 06 December 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to November 2020
October 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 08 November 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to October 2020
September 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 06 October 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to September 2020
Should I overpay my Mortgage?
By Money Mage · 28 September 2020 · Mortgage, Savings, Frugality
Mortgage overpayments can save you tens of thousands in interest. You can be mortgage free in half the time. But what are the downsides?
August 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 08 September 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to August 2020
July 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 10 August 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to July 2020
AwesomeBloggerAward - Money Mage
By Money Mage · 02 August 2020 · Frugality, FIRE, Savings
I’ve been nominated for the AwesomeBloggerAward. Here’s a little something about me, and my nominations
June 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 05 July 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to June 2020
May 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 06 June 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to May 2020
Money Mage on Joney Talks
By Money Mage · 16 May 2020 · Frugality, Savings, Financial Independence, Principles, Habits, Podcast
I recently spoke all things Personal Finance with Jonathan Verhaeghe of Joney Talks podcast fame.
April 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 07 May 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to April 2020
March 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 06 April 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to March 2020
February 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 08 March 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to February 2020
January 2020 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 08 February 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to January 2020
December 2019 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 06 January 2020 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to December 2019
November 2019 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 07 December 2019 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to November 2019
October 2019 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 06 November 2019 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to October 2019
September 2019 Savings Report
By Money Mage · 05 October 2019 · Frugality, Savings
A look back at saving and investment performance up to September 2019

Consumer Protection

Flybe Collapse. How to get a refund
By Money Mage · 05 March 2020 · Travel, Consumer Protection
Flybe the largest European regional airline has collapsed. Follow these 3 easy steps. You may be able to get a refund.
Fruugo Review
By Money Mage · 26 February 2020 · Reviews, Shopping, Consumer Protection
Fruugo does not self-identify as an online retailer, but a ‘marketplace’. You may not have heard the name before, but they are growing quickly, so you will soon.
Protect your holiday & avoid another Thomas Cook
By Money Mage · 06 October 2019 · Travel, Frugality, Consumer Protection
All inclusive holidays can be costly. Especially when your travel firm goes bust. Money Mage will give you four tips to protect your holidays in the future.

Principles

20 Money Tips I Wish I Knew In My 20s
By Money Mage · 11 November 2020 · Wealth, Principles, Frugality
I asked Personal Finance Experts what they wished they knew about money when they were in the 20s, and here is their wisdom.
Money Mage on Joney Talks
By Money Mage · 16 May 2020 · Frugality, Savings, Financial Independence, Principles, Habits, Podcast
I recently spoke all things Personal Finance with Jonathan Verhaeghe of Joney Talks podcast fame.
How wealthy am I?
By Money Mage · 15 February 2020 · Wealth, Principles
Does earning £80,000 really put you in the top 5%? Surely not?
8 reasons Financial Independence is for Everyone
By Money Mage · 17 October 2019 · Financial Independence, Principles, Habits, Healthy Living, Frugality
Financial Independence isn’t just for the privileged. No matter your background the Principles of FI will help you.

P2P

Is P2P a Safe Investment?
By Money Mage · 26 October 2019 · Financial Independence, P2P, Crowdfunding, Portfolios
Peer to Peer (P2P) Lending is a new form of Investment in the UK. You pool your money with other investors for possible greater returns. But is P2P a safe investment?

Crowdfunding

Is P2P a Safe Investment?
By Money Mage · 26 October 2019 · Financial Independence, P2P, Crowdfunding, Portfolios
Peer to Peer (P2P) Lending is a new form of Investment in the UK. You pool your money with other investors for possible greater returns. But is P2P a safe investment?

Portfolios

Is P2P a Safe Investment?
By Money Mage · 26 October 2019 · Financial Independence, P2P, Crowdfunding, Portfolios
Peer to Peer (P2P) Lending is a new form of Investment in the UK. You pool your money with other investors for possible greater returns. But is P2P a safe investment?

Halloween

What's more important than Halloween?
By Money Mage · 28 October 2019 · Halloween, Frugality, Food
It’s that time of year again. Halloween! Yay! Pumpkins! Fancy Dress! Skeletons! Money Spending! But do you have any medium to long term goals that are more important?

Emergency Fund

Where should I keep my Emergency Fund?
By Money Mage · 27 October 2020 · Emergency Fund, Frugality
With interest rates so low on cash savings, where should you keep your Emergency Fund? Here are 10 ideas.
What is an Emergency Fund?
By Money Mage · 04 November 2019 · Emergency Fund, What Is, Frugality
Most households can’t save. An FCA survey in 2018 states 41% households would struggle with an unexpected bill of £100. An Emergency Fund is your lifeline. Your first step on the path to freedom.

Calculators

Free Personal Finance Calculators for your Blog or Website
By Money Mage · 24 November 2019 · Calculators
Personal Finance Education is lacking. Fruggles everywhere are lifestyle creeping. Money Mages’ Personal Finance Calculators provide straight talking, information-only tools. You can now embed them on your own Blog or Website!

Tax

What is a Share Option?
By Money Mage · 21 October 2020 · Tax, Investing, What Is
Share Options are the Option to buy Shares in a company for a particular price. Share Options are often provided as incentive when working at non-public companies. They are especially common in technology firms.
What is a Pension?
By Money Mage · 14 June 2020 · Tax, Pensions, What Is
Pensions in the UK are an amazing way to save for ‘early retirement’. Plan your pensions in your 20s. You will be on the path to wealth generation.
What is a Personal Allowance?
By Money Mage · 14 December 2019 · Tax, What Is
It’s possible earn, save and invest in tax-efficient ways, find out how!
What is an Income Tax Band?
By Money Mage · 01 December 2019 · Tax, What Is
Tax is boring. I get it. But understanding your Taxation is vital if you want to understand and grow your net worth.

Christmas

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2020
By Money Mage · 23 December 2020 · Christmas
Money Mage wishes you health, wealth and happiness this festive season. Stay warm, stay well, and enjoy yourself this Christmas!
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
By Money Mage · 21 December 2019 · Christmas
Money Mage wishes you health, wealth and happiness this festive season. Stay warm, stay well, and enjoy yourself this Christmas!

Debt

Debt Consolidation Care - How it serves for the last 15 years
By Money Mage · 10 June 2020 · Guest Post, Debt
Debt Consolidation Care or DebtCC is a popular and reputed get out of debt community. This is a Guest Post by Good Nelly.
5 Steps to get out of Debt
By Money Mage · 30 January 2020 · Debt, Habits, Frugal
We all suffer with debts. Many debts are a form of control, and the sooner you are clear of your debts, the sooner you will be free.

Frugal

5 Steps to get out of Debt
By Money Mage · 30 January 2020 · Debt, Habits, Frugal
We all suffer with debts. Many debts are a form of control, and the sooner you are clear of your debts, the sooner you will be free.

Wealth

20 Money Tips I Wish I Knew In My 20s
By Money Mage · 11 November 2020 · Wealth, Principles, Frugality
I asked Personal Finance Experts what they wished they knew about money when they were in the 20s, and here is their wisdom.
We can retire sooner than we thought!
By Money Mage · 21 June 2020 · Retire Early, Financial Independence, Wealth
Our plans look on track for a slightly-overweight FIRE in our early to mid 40s. But will we FIRE?
How wealthy am I?
By Money Mage · 15 February 2020 · Wealth, Principles
Does earning £80,000 really put you in the top 5%? Surely not?

Reviews

Trading212 Review
By Money Mage · 28 June 2020 · Reviews, Trading, Investing
A review of the CFD platform, come commission-free Trading & Investing app for crypto-frenzied Gen-Zs.
Fruugo Review
By Money Mage · 26 February 2020 · Reviews, Shopping, Consumer Protection
Fruugo does not self-identify as an online retailer, but a ‘marketplace’. You may not have heard the name before, but they are growing quickly, so you will soon.

Podcast

Money Mage on Joney Talks
By Money Mage · 16 May 2020 · Frugality, Savings, Financial Independence, Principles, Habits, Podcast
I recently spoke all things Personal Finance with Jonathan Verhaeghe of Joney Talks podcast fame.

Work

6 Reasons to Quit Your Job
By Money Mage · 27 May 2020 · Work, Reflection
Can a step down the Career Ladder can be good for your finances?

Guest Post

Salary and Employment Benefits
By Money Mage · 05 August 2020 · Guest Post, Salary, Benefits
Employment compensation and the difference between salary and benefits. This is a Guest Post by Adam Wilson.
Debt Consolidation Care - How it serves for the last 15 years
By Money Mage · 10 June 2020 · Guest Post, Debt
Debt Consolidation Care or DebtCC is a popular and reputed get out of debt community. This is a Guest Post by Good Nelly.

Pensions

What is a Pension?
By Money Mage · 14 June 2020 · Tax, Pensions, What Is
Pensions in the UK are an amazing way to save for ‘early retirement’. Plan your pensions in your 20s. You will be on the path to wealth generation.

Trading

Trading212 Review
By Money Mage · 28 June 2020 · Reviews, Trading, Investing
A review of the CFD platform, come commission-free Trading & Investing app for crypto-frenzied Gen-Zs.

Investing

What is a Share Option?
By Money Mage · 21 October 2020 · Tax, Investing, What Is
Share Options are the Option to buy Shares in a company for a particular price. Share Options are often provided as incentive when working at non-public companies. They are especially common in technology firms.
Trading212 Review
By Money Mage · 28 June 2020 · Reviews, Trading, Investing
A review of the CFD platform, come commission-free Trading & Investing app for crypto-frenzied Gen-Zs.

Children

5 Reasons to be Happily Childfree
By Money Mage · 13 July 2020 · Children, Frugality, FIRE
Not another DINK couple talking about wealth. Sure, but hear me out…

FIRE

AwesomeBloggerAward - Money Mage
By Money Mage · 02 August 2020 · Frugality, FIRE, Savings
I’ve been nominated for the AwesomeBloggerAward. Here’s a little something about me, and my nominations
7 Thoughts on Low Cost Living
By Money Mage · 25 July 2020 · Frugality, FIRE
We live in a low cost of living city, it is accelerating our Financial Independence plans
5 Reasons to be Happily Childfree
By Money Mage · 13 July 2020 · Children, Frugality, FIRE
Not another DINK couple talking about wealth. Sure, but hear me out…

Salary

Salary and Employment Benefits
By Money Mage · 05 August 2020 · Guest Post, Salary, Benefits
Employment compensation and the difference between salary and benefits. This is a Guest Post by Adam Wilson.

Benefits

Salary and Employment Benefits
By Money Mage · 05 August 2020 · Guest Post, Salary, Benefits
Employment compensation and the difference between salary and benefits. This is a Guest Post by Adam Wilson.

Marketing

Big Black Friday Sale 2020 - Save up to 100%
By Money Mage · 25 November 2020 · Frugality, Marketing
Big Black Friday Sale - Save up to 100% - You can save up to 100% this Black Friday. Find out how with these 3 easy steps.

Saving

8 Reasons to Ditch Your Mobile Contract
By Money Mage · 30 November 2020 · Frugality, Saving
Mobile Phone Contracts are costing you. Find out how to save £1,600 on your mobile phone costs.