The Money People

Our latest column in @VIBE_Sheffield features 5 tips for setting up your own #business rmcmedia.co.uk/vibe/movers-a… #startups #smallbiz

Although the festive period won't be the same this year.... The TV Schedule won't fail to disappoint!

With #BlackFriday and #CyberMonday deals lasting longer than usual this year, it's important to do your research and ensure you're getting the best deal on any offers and #savings. bbc.co.uk/news/business-5505…

There's loads of room to save when it comes to working from home, travel and lunch are often big outgoings. However, the draw back is #WFH can potentially double your energy bills. Read more here on how to save the pennies and top up the #savings bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-5453…

Energy industry regulator #Ofgem is to introduce new rules from December 15th, providing those struggling to pay their bills due to #COVID-19 with emergency #credit. bbc.co.uk/news/business-5459…

When it comes to personal #finance, many individuals hold misconceptions surrounding their credit score. Here we discuss these, and identify factors that do/don't impact your score. personal-debt.solutions/comm…

The number of #redundancies planned since the beginning of the UK's #Coronavirus crisis has reached 500,000, new figures show. bbc.co.uk/news/business-5439…

Individuals struggling with #debt often have a range of questions and concerns when it comes to #bankruptcy. Here we discuss some of the most important features of the process, and attempt to clear up any uncertainty. personal-debt.solutions/impo…

Labour has warned that 2.8 million jobs could be at risk as the government's #Furlough scheme comes to an end this month. Read more below: bbc.co.uk/news/business-5436…

The current #Furlough Scheme is due to end on October 31st. Last week, the government announced new measures to protect the wages of UK workers. Here's a look at just what is changing, and how it will affect employers/employees. bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-52…

The Governor of The Bank of England has called for the government to 'rethink' the ending of the #furlough scheme in October. bbc.co.uk/news/business-5425…

More than 80,000 UK firms have returned #furlough payments which were surplus, or were received in error. bbc.co.uk/news/business-5422…

UK #inflation has hit a five-year low thanks to prices pushed down by the Eat Out to Help Out scheme last month. The scheme saw #savings of up to £10 per diner between Monday and Wednesday throughout August. bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54173658

Restaurants across the UK have appealed to the government for an extension of the commercial rent moratorium. The call comes as #Hospitaity businesses struggle with the effects of local #Coronavirus lockdowns. bbc.co.uk/news/business-5413…

Figures brought forward by the government show the potential for twice as many planned job cuts as in the UK's last #recession. bbc.co.uk/news/business-5412…

Some MPs are calling for an extension to the #Furlough scheme as COVID cases continue to rise. The scheme was due to end in October, in line with plans set out by The Chancellor earlier this year. bbc.co.uk/news/business-5410…

The government has pledged an increase in affordable homes as part of a £12.5bn scheme to help more individuals onto the property ladder. bbc.co.uk/news/business-5406…

Our 'Thought for the Week' this week comes from American businessman and media personality Dave Ramsey. Approaching #MoneySaving as 'paying yourself first' may be an effective method for those struggling to stick to a saving plan!

A new government '#Kickstart' scheme is to be introduced in order to help young people find work during the pandemic. Read more below: bbc.co.uk/news/business-5398…

Happy #Friday!! Here's to a #SmartSpending feeling for the weekend!

The fallout of the #Coronavirus crisis has seen #mortgage deals drop dramatically over the past few months. Amongst the hardest hit are first-time buyers, who may experience difficulty in being granted a mortgage without a large deposit. bbc.co.uk/news/business-5400…