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    Important Money Wisdom for My 20-Year-Old Daughter

    30/04/2024

    Welcome friends.  I have been thinking a lot about things I wish I’d known about money and finance when I was younger.  My eldest daughter turns 20 in a couple of months (eek!) and I am already so proud of how mature and savvy she is. She rents her own…

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    Debt

    10 Simple Tips for Managing Debt in Your 40s and Beyond

    26/04/2024

    Debt can be a heavy burden, especially as we navigate through our 40s and beyond. But fear not, there are practical strategies you can employ to lighten the load and pave the way towards financial freedom. Here are some easy tips to help you manage and clear debt during this…

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  • Matched Betting: A Beginner’s Guide
    Make Money Online

    Matched Betting: A Beginner’s Guide – With Results

    23/04/2024

    Are you looking for an easy way to make some extra money every month?  Most of us are looking to increase our basic income as much as possible in the most straightforward way. There are many ways to achieve this, but I have not come across anything that has made…

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    Make Money Online

    Get Paid to Walk: How to Make Money While you Get Fit!

    18/04/2024

    Hello friends! Are you looking to get fit while earning a little extra cash on the side? Well, you need look no further! I’m here to give you some tips on how to get paid to walk! In today’s digital age, there are numerous apps designed to motivate you to…

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    Investing: Is it a Feminist Issue?

    16/04/2024

    Hello and welcome.  Is investing a feminist issue? In recent years, the intersection of feminism and finance has gained significant traction. While the feminist movement has historically focused on social, political, and cultural issues, we need to recognise that economic empowerment is equally vital. Investing, often perceived as a realm…

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    Investing

    5 Must-Read Investing Books for Every Beginner Investor

    13/04/2024

    Welcome friends! Today we are going to look at investing books to help you on your financial journey. Investing is both an art and a science, and mastering it requires continuous learning and exploration. Fortunately, there’s a wealth of knowledge available in books written by seasoned investors and financial experts.…

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    Debt - Investing - Saving Money

    Why You Need to Repay your Debt Before Saving and Investing

    11/04/2024

    Hello friends and welcome to today’s post.  In the realm of personal finance, the question of whether to repay your debt or start saving and investing first often arises.  This is a very valid question. We all know how important it is to start investing in order to grow our…

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  • Text over picture reads How to Create a Budget you can stick to. Image shows a woman with a bill, laptop and calculator creating a budget
    Budgeting - Saving Money

    How to Create a Budget You Can Stick To

    09/04/2024

    Have you read my post about Spring Cleaning your Finances and are keen to take the first step in taking charge?  Creating a budget is the cornerstone of financial stability and success. It provides a roadmap for managing your money effectively, achieving your financial goals, and securing your future. However,…

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    How to Maximise Your Income Within Your 9-5

    02/04/2024

    Hello and welcome! In this post I am going to be talking about the potential for income maximisation that could be right under your nose! In the pursuit of financial stability and growth, many people look outside their current employment for ways to make more money. Side hustles, freelancing, and…

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    10 Free Activities to Keep your Kids Entertained this Holiday

    30/03/2024

    Are you looking for budget-friendly ways to entertain your kids this holiday? Keeping children entertained without spending a fortune can be challenging, but it’s definitely possible with a little creativity.  Here are 10 free activities that will keep your kids engaged, active, and having fun without breaking the bank. 1.…

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Welcome

I’m Kate and I am on a mission to help other women on their journey towards financial freedom.  I give helpful hints, tips and advice about budgeting, investing, making money and saving.  I have been on this journey for a few years now and I have an aim to be financially free by the time I am 50. I am 43, a mum of 3 and work full time, so this blog is a labour of love and a reflection of what I have learned and continue to learn in my journey towards financial freedom.  Follow me if you are ready to start or continue your journey to a life of financial freedom and early retirement.  Let’s do this!

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