‘Utilities’ Category

What to Do With The Savings From Energy Price Cuts

Posted in General, Money Saving, Utilities on Wednesday, March 10th, 2010 at 12:22 by Martyn Shaw.

There is a good chance that your gas and electricity providers have implemented modest cuts in their basic rates.  While the savings may not be huge, when coupled with your energy saving efforts around the house, the monthly savings may be enough to help you realise a few other financial goals.  Here are some ideas [...]

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What Smart Meters Can Do For You

Posted in General, Money Saving, Utilities on Tuesday, March 9th, 2010 at 12:50 by Jessica Haynes.

Smart meters are touted as a wonderful way to reduce your gas and electricity costs. In fact, they can be very effective tools to that end. However, there is nothing magic about these meters, which means that some effort is required on your part in order to bring your utility bills into a manageable range.

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Understanding the Potential Impact of Green Loans

Posted in General, Money Saving, Mortgages & Property, Utilities on Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010 at 11:35 by Martyn Shaw.

The potential plans of the government to offer green loans that encourage homeowners to make their homes more energy efficient has a lot of people talking. Proponents see this move as a wonderful way to do something good for the environment, while also aiding people in reducing their gas and electricity bills over the long term. Others are not so sure the advantages outweigh the liabilities.

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Why You Should Diversify Your Investments

Posted in Savings & Investments, Utilities on Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010 at 13:01 by Martyn Shaw.

With finance experts encouraging individuals to begin building up their investment portfolios, now may be the time to evaluate the holdings you already own, and decide what types of investments would create a proper balance among the assets. Far too many people find one type and stick with it, an approach that can leave them vulnerable to shifts in a given market. As you make plans for investing, keep the idea of diversification in mind.

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Managing Your Utility Costs

Posted in General, Money Saving, Utilities on Monday, February 22nd, 2010 at 12:38 by Jessica Haynes.

It’s no secret that many households are having trouble keeping up with the cost of gas and electricity today. While some of the difficulty will subside as winter turns to spring, the fact is that many of those who experience trouble heating in winter will have similar issues with cooling the home during the summer heat. Fortunately, there are a few simple tips that you can use to make it easier to heat and cool your space, whether you live in a flat or a mansion.

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Safeguarding Against a Job Loss

Posted in Credit Cards, Debt, General, Money Saving, Utilities on Tuesday, February 16th, 2010 at 13:29 by Jessica Haynes.

A report recently released by KPMG and the Chartered institute of Personnel and Development indicates that the current stabilisation of employment may be nothing more than a temporary lull. For people who’ve managed to hold on to their jobs over the last couple of years, this means that there is still some chance of being made redundant sometime over the next year or so. With that possibility in mind, now is the time to arrange your finances so you can cope with the job loss if it should come to pass.

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Enduring a Pay Freeze

Posted in Credit Cards, General, Money Saving, Utilities on Tuesday, February 9th, 2010 at 13:18 by Martyn Shaw.

According to information released by the Labour Research Department, pay freezes are gaining momentum around the country. In a time when inflation is beginning to affect the prices of many goods and services, some people wonder how they will be able to maintain an equitable standard of living without additional funds to offset the difference. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do now and prepare yourself to deal with prices as they begin to creep upward.

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Managing Your Utility Costs Efficiently

Posted in General, Money Saving, Utilities on Friday, February 5th, 2010 at 11:57 by Martyn Shaw.

With some experts seeing a drastic increase in the cost of household utilities, while others project some up and down movement of the costs for gas and electricity, one fact does ring true. It is up to you to manage your energy usage to best advantage, and thus be prepared for whatever may come along. Here are some ideas on how to manage the process.

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Dealing with Higher Heating Costs

Posted in General, Money Saving, Utilities on Thursday, January 14th, 2010 at 12:51 by Martyn Shaw.

Cold weather has forced people to crank up the heat at home, which will translate into higher heating costs this season. When the household budget is already stressed, absorbing these costs can be a problem. Here are a couple of ways to deal with the higher utility bills and still keep within your budget.

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Dealing with Higher Fuel Costs

Posted in General, Money Saving, Utilities on Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 at 11:47 by Jessica Haynes.

According to the Office for National Statistics, fuel prices are rising at a rate faster than originally projected. This means you may need to monitor your use of petrol a little more closely than planned. Fortunately, a few simple strategies can help you minimise the impact of the rise in cost while still going wherever you like to go.

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