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What are the advantages of credit cards? How to find the best card for you

November 30, 2021 By Laura

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Credit cards have long been a polarising, and often misunderstood, topic in personal finance. Perhaps your parents warned you against taking out a credit card, for fear of establishing negative spending habits and getting into debt. But the reality? There are lots of advantages to using a credit card, and with safe use, they can become a great asset in helping to manage your finances. In some situations, you may even find there is more benefit to using a credit card than a debit card. In collaboration with MoneySuperMarket, we will review the advantages of credit cards, and where you can find the best card for you.

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How to Save Money in London as a Student

Every student dreams of living in London, enjoying the nightlife, museums and rich culture of one of the biggest cities in the world. Unfortunately, however, this comes at a cost. London is one of the most expensive cities in Europe, if not the world. So how do you save money in London as a student?…

What Is A 30 Day No Spend Challenge? + Free Printable

In a world where you have to spend money to acquire the things necessary for your basic survival, it is important to understand and appreciate the value of money. So what is a 30 day no spend challenge? A 30 Day No Spend Challenge is a challenge where people attempt to survive for thirty days…

Etsy Holiday Finds with Thrifty Londoner

AD- affiliate links have been used in this post, and a voucher has been gifted as part of this guide. There is no denying it, the holidays are just around the corner. I’ve already got my chai tea and festive scented candles on the go, and (of course!) have started thinking about purchasing Christmas presents….

Christmas Temp Jobs in London

Christmas is round the corner. Whatever your reason for wanting to get a temp job this Christmas, there are plenty to be found in London. Whether you’re looking for a temporary job during the Christmas holidays as a student, you want to take on a second job as a side hustle, or perhaps you just…

Biggest Charity Shops in London – 8 Stores

London is home to hundreds of charity shops (perhaps even thousands!) and the biggest charity shops in London are the big names you’ll probably already know. The Salvation Army, British Red Cross, Cancer Research, Oxfam, FARA, and many more. But what about the size of these places? Does inner city living mean that the charity…

Cheap Storage In London- which provider is best?

We all need to put things in storage at one point or another. Whether that’s as a student over the summer holidays, or as a homeowner while moving houses. Storage can be super expensive, which is why we’ve looked into cheap storage in London so that you can view the offers from different providers all…

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