The following is a list of the top 10 read articles in August.
1. Pay Yourself First – the first step in wealth creation
This article discusses the need to save from income before spending it! This is a form of deferred consumption and by saving first and then spending what is left you can build a solid foundation to your financial future.
Tip – aim to start saving 10% of net income each and every month – it won’t be easy at first but your budget and lifestyle will adapt over time.
2. Get Money for your Old Mobile Phone
Many of us have old mobile handsets lying around – did you know you can sell yours online – here is an article discussing this – I recently sold my old Sony Ericsson K800i and received £28.00.
3. New Tax New ISA Allowance – ISA 2009/2010
In just over a months time the ISA allowance for over 50’s increases to £10,200, with the allowance increasing for the remainder of the population on 6th April 2010.
4. Cashflow forecasting – income and expenditure spreadsheet
Our free income and expenditure spreadsheet remains as popular as ever and we are receiving some great feedback from people who are using it – thanks!
5. Investment Bonds – an introduction
An investment bond can be a shrewd financial planning tool as well as an investment vehicle.
6. It’s not how much you save but how long
This article discusses how, over time, money make money – with interest earned on a savings account itself earning interest. The longer you can save for the more money you will build up – start saving as young as possible.
7. Non-taxpayers – ensure you receive your bank and building society interest without tax deducted
Completing a simple form can ensure that non-taxpayers, both young and old don’t pay unnecessary income tax on the interest they receive on their savings accounts. With interest rates as low as they are at present every penny counts so ensure you’re registered to receive your interest gross if applicable.
A list of the other personal finance blogs I visit on a regular basis – makes for some interesting reading!
9. Retirement is an Income not an Age
Many have fallen into the trap that retirement occurs at a particular age. Unfortunately for most of the population this occurs simply because they haven’t secured sufficient income to retire earlier. By targeting a specific income and going for that it is possible to retire early. In a forthcoming article on “goal setting” we will discuss how this can be achieved.
10. Buy a Financial Calculator
If you’re serious about planning your own finances I strongly recommend buying a good financial calculator – ideal for calculating rates of return, how much to save on a regular basis to build a certain sized fund etc.
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