Energy prices at historic high: here’s how to save on your gas and electricity bills

Energy prices at historic high: here’s how to save on your gas and electricity bills

With the energy prices at a historic high, many of us are struggling to meet ends while keeping warm thru the cold winter. Having fallen victim of an unexpectedly excruciatingly high bill myself (I admit I grew a few white hair), I had no other 

SHOULD YOU STOP DOING THINGS YOU ENJOY BECAUSE THEY MAKE YOU NO MONEY?

SHOULD YOU STOP DOING THINGS YOU ENJOY BECAUSE THEY MAKE YOU NO MONEY?

We all have something that we enjoy doing. Something that makes us happy. Most likely, when we think about it, that thing is something that makes us no money. Perhaps it’s going for a walk, or spending time with our loved ones, or singing songs, 

A beginner’s guide to the types of wines: how to choose your wine with confidence and make better informed purchases

A beginner’s guide to the types of wines: how to choose your wine with confidence and make better informed purchases

You may find it strange to find a beginner’s guide to wines on the W&P’s financial page, but there is good reason for that. First of all, life should not be all that serious all the time. Being in the know of how to invest 

15 STEPS TO GO DEBT FREE

15 STEPS TO GO DEBT FREE

Living with the constant worry of pending debts is no good living. Sleepless nights, stress and anxiety are all too familiar side effects that come with having a debt. Some may have acquired expensive habits and unaware of living outside their means, while some may 

Investing as a Fast Track to FIRE

Investing as a Fast Track to FIRE

By Sak Shariff, founder of PersonalFIREnance.com, advocate and advisor on how to achieve early retirement through investing. I’ve met quite a few people now who have reached Financial Independence (FI), and I’ve read a number of blogs and articles giving advice on how to achieve 

Decluttering, healthy finances and Christmas

Decluttering, healthy finances and Christmas

Christmas is a very special time of the year when we look forward to the holiday period and spending time with our loved ones. The much-awaited festive season brings Christmas trees, fairy lights, baubles, garlands, candles and bubbly making it all very joyful and just 

The benefits of buying less

The benefits of buying less

The art of buying less is a bit like the art of getting into shape. Eating less without doing any exercise, or just exercising without changing our eating habits, simply won’t cut it. In order to achieve a sustainable and enjoyable lifestyle that will bring