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Everything you ever wanted to know about credit reports
What is a credit report?
Ireland does not currently have an agency that gives out personal cr...
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Buy Now Pay Later
Should I use ‘buy-now-pay-later’?
Need to buy something but don’t have all the money to ...
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Coping with redundancy
Redundancy is a financial shock/life event that we should all be safeguarding against if this h...
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Protect yourself against travel disruption
The days are getting warmer and the summer holidays are getting closer. We all look forward to ...
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How to be a great goal setter
Setting a saving goal is super motivating and such a valuable skill to have. When we get in to ...
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Why your credit rating matters
It’s never too early to learn about the importance of being careful with your money and estab...
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The freedom a savings habit brings
Money makes the world go round. Whether we have a little or a lot, everyone needs it to live. R...
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Managing your money in college
Starting college is such an exciting adventure. There’s so much to learn, but you’ll also ...
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Mind your money
Together we won’t let the fraudsters win.
There are so many reasons why protecting your mone...
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Buying your first car
Get your motor running!
Dreaming of owning your first car? Buying your first car can be expens...
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Why budgets are so important
Knowing how to budget, even with the smallest amounts, is a skill that will always stand to you...
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The 50 30 20 rule for budgeting
Budgeting doesn’t need to be difficult or time consuming. We all know students have more exc...
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Needs versus wants
Let’s face it. We’ve all gone shopping at some point or other, spotted something we really...
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How to create a great savings habit
As a teenager, there are great reasons to start saving. Maybe you want the latest iPhone or ha...
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Manage your spending like a pro
Managing your money doesn’t have to be boring or complicated. Spending smart means having mo...
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I'm approaching retirement
Your retirement is a time you have worked hard for, a time to start doing the things you always...
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Smart spending on Black Friday and Cyber Monday
The sales, the savings, the ads. Yes, Black Friday (25 November 2022) and Cyber Monday (28 Nove...
Pensions
Baz & Nancy’s Pension Prep: Bake it ‘til you make it
Pensions can be overwhelming, confusing and even complex. But while pensions can seem overly co...
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Money Insights 365
A new tool designed to help you take control of your money now and into the future....
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10 TIPS TO BEAT THE BACK-TO-SCHOOL SPENDING BLUES
Sending the kids back to school seems to cost more each year. What’s the best way to cut cost...
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Selling Your Home: Finding The Right Estate Agent
Estate agent Owen Reilly gives his tips on getting the best valuation when selling your home.
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Make an Entrance
The hallway, stairs and landing are unlikely to be the biggest area of a home, but it’s where...
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Top Advice for Moving House
It has been a particularly busy 12 months for Neasa Parker – she has got engaged, she has had...
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Prioritise your finances
Reviewing your finances, at any time of year, will set the foundations for a positive financial...
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Coping with inflation – taking back control
There is little doubt that the sudden and sharp rise in the cost of living has been a shock to ...
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Wanna Talk Finances?
Putting more women in control of their money - free webinar series....
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Saver or Investor? Should you be both? Webinar
No matter what you're saving for, there are a number of things to consider to get you on the ri...
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The importance of Home Insurance
Home insurance protects you against an unexpected event and it could save you a lot of money in...
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Investing - is it a risky business?
All investing involves some risk. But sensible investing is one of the best ways to increase th...
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What is Mortgage Protection?
Buying your home is one of the biggest financial commitments you will ever make, so putting the...
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Do you know your appetite for risk?
If you are considering investing some of your hard-earned money – what risk should you take? I...
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Invested Webinar Series 2023
View our 2-part series for staged learning and practical help and guidance...
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Talking Pensions magazine
Our latest Talking Pensions Magazine focuses on the 3 steps to a better retirement and much mor...
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Essential Guide to Investing
This guide aims to help people who have never invested before to understand what investing is a...
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Why do you need shareholder insurance?
The death of a shareholder can have major repercussions for the future of your company. It can ...
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Is the future of your partnership at risk?
The death of a partner can have major repercussions for the future of your business. It can cau...
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Invested – Your Essential Guide to Investing
Our latest Invested eguide aims to help you understand the world of investing...
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The future profit of your business may be at risk
The future success of a business is often dependent on a few key people. A keyperson is any “...
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INVESTMENT CALCULATOR
Our calculator helps you determine how much to invest to reach you goal, however big or small....
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Budgeting
Take control of your finances today using the 50:30:20 rule....
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The importance of Travel Insurance
You are never required to buy travel insurance, however, it is a good idea. The last thing you ...
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TAKE A FINANCIAL WELLBEING HEALTH CHECK
Let’s start by assessing your current financial health. Taking our two-minute survey will bring...
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Financial Wellbeing for Women
Women claim to be less confident than men in managing money and not as satisfied with their fin...
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Your student card is your passport to a life filled with discounts #FriendlyFinance
Your student card is your passport to a life filled with discounts
Just as sure as a shepher...
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Top Tips for Mastering the World of Thrift Stores #FriendlyFinance
Check out our top tips for Thrift Store Shopping! Not only can great quality pieces be found fo...
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Show Your Old Sneakers Some Love With Our Top Refurb Tips #FriendlyFinance
I run a business that helps people bring their shoes back to life. Here’s a few tips I’ve d...
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How to Refurb your College Accomodation on a Budget #FriendlyFinance
Introduction to Upcycling
As the National Centre for the Circular Economy, the Rediscovery Cen...
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Student Financial Wellness #FriendlyFinance
Maintaining Your Financial Wellness
Insecurity towards making financial decisions can make you...
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Top Tips For Living Sustainably Without Breaking the Bank #FriendlyFinance
We’ve partnered with The Use Less Project to pull together a guide to help you live a more su...