New research shows encouraging trends in the mortgage market. According to the latest reports from the Council of Mortgage Lenders, there has been a noticeable increase in mortgage activity compared to the same time in 2011. Last month, gross mortgage lending reached £10.2bn, which is up from £10bn in April 2011. Even though this is…
CFD trading is quickly becoming a popular strategy for investors all over the world. Whether you’re trading in the US or Europe, its low cost makes it a top choice for active traders. It’s also made dealing with stock markets and cryptocurrencies easier, thanks to convenient CFD trading apps for iOS and Android phones. So,…
Every day, ads work hard to break down our resolve. Even if you’re determined to handle your finances well, spotting the latest gadget can make you feel like it’s something you can’t live without. But after using it a couple of times, it just ends up gathering dust in storage. Picture this: you visit your…
With food prices on the rise, sticking to a budget is essential, especially when trying to maintain a healthy diet that can sometimes be costly. But it’s definitely possible to eat well without breaking the bank. There are plenty of places that offer good deals on nutritious food. **Grocery Stores** Your local grocery store is…
There are a lot of ways to protect and grow your money. One of these methods is using a CD ladder, which can offer higher returns compared to a regular savings account. A CD, or Certificate of Deposit, locks your money in an account until it reaches a specific maturity date, and there are usually…
When you ask millennials if they think their lives are tougher than those of the previous generation, most will say “yes.” As part of this generation, it often feels like the odds are stacked against you. Things that seemed easy for your parents or grandparents now feel nearly impossible, making it hard to stay positive….
Finding undervalued assets for investment has been tough recently, but this might change soon with expected interest rate hikes in major economies. Because of this, more people are looking at a variety of investment options, from stocks and bonds to real estate. These days, investing in the stock market or trading forex has become much…
Understanding past decisions is always easier in hindsight, particularly with financial choices we wish we’d made sooner. Instead of regretting past financial missteps, it’s more beneficial to focus on building a secure financial future right now. This is why the saying “there’s no time like the present” is especially relevant for financial planning and investment….
Money laundering is an illegal activity that criminals use to make their dirty money look clean. Usually, it involves hiding money from illegal activities, but sometimes it’s used to hide legitimate money, such as during wealthy divorce cases where one spouse wants to conceal money from the other. The process starts by putting the illegal…
As Thanksgiving nears, Black Friday and Cyber Monday come right after. Though not traditional holidays, these are major shopping events that mark the start of the festive season with incredible deals. But which offers better discounts? BLACK FRIDAY: THE OLD DAYS Growing up, Black Friday was always exciting because it seemed like the day to…