Surprisingly easy ways to save money on your bills coming into the colder months

According to those in the know paying a bit extra on your mortgage each month could in fact save you thousands of euro over the long term and is a great way to use any spare cash you may have.

Life is too short to work at a job you dislike

The road to work post-retirement can be complex and you need to make sure you have your facts in place before jumping in.

"For the most part and according to the experts (those who have gone before) the advice is to tone down your gift giving for an occasion like this. The person celebrating will often be just happy to stand in for pictures and the host will have everything sorted."

From emergency funds to eco-friendly investments, here's how to protect your money this autumn

“Don’t underestimate the importance of a job or career that offers flexible working arrangements such as flexi-time, term-time, career breaks, job-sharing, and part-time work as you may come to rely on such arrangements in the future."

There is usually a limit on the number of claims you can make while maintaining your no-claims bonus. Often, the limit is set to one claim per policy year

"We all love a barbecue on a sunny evening but barbecue fires are something to be mindful of over the summer months, particularly in relation to underinsurance."

With a bit of planning there are ways to cut back on your spend 

“Take control and be open about your needs because no one is going to do it for you.”

Ryanair’s boss, Michael O’Leary announced earlier this year that he thinks airfares could jump by 10 to 15% in 2023. This follows predictions from other airline bosses that fares could increase by as much as 20%. 

Lenders have rules around gross and net income which must be met first before you get approval on a mortgage. These can vary from lender to lender

Even if living costs are lower in the country you are considering moving to, it’s very important to do your research and check that you will be happy and safe there should you go ahead with the move

A milestone birthday is a chance to check in with friends and family and just show you care

Rather than trying to guess what to get your child’s teacher this year to say thank you, we decided to ask teachers what they really want - go straight to the source and you can’t go wrong.

"Some of the cheapest mortgages out there are green mortgages, particularly if fixing your mortgage."

"In the restaurant business, most expect no more than a tenner tip no matter what the bill is, so even if you are on a big night out there's no need to get carried away."

"In addition to mending your broken heart you may have to consider mortgages, pensions and life insurance - of course added to these worries will be costs associated with actually getting a divorce through the courts"

We are in the midst of a cost of living crisis - so has that impacted how much goes in the card or are there other things couples like getting other than cash?

From mortgage protection insurance to borrowing wisely, here's some tips to create more economic security

"...from a bad marriage or an unfulfilling job, the idea is that if you have financial security, you can make an informed decision without having to worry about money"

"...if your charm and chancing doesn’t work, then there are many ways to save and plan for a successful, stress free holiday."

Running a car is not cheap, but there are ways we can ease the financial burden by considering things like penalty points, car maintenance, and biting the bullet and taking a driving test

If you have been on your health plan for more than three years or paying more than €1,850 for your cover, then it is time for a review

Here are some steps to take to help you retire comfortably at the age of 66

The start of the year really is the perfect time to get your finances in order. First up, an audit of yourself. 

"A good starting point before making any savings or investment decision is to fully understand your current financial situation, considering how much disposable income you have and what level, if any, of short-term debt you have."

"...do not click on links or call any numbers you receive in a text message - you can call your bank using the number on the back of your card or a listed phone number"

Top tips on taking a sensible approach when it comes to gift-giving this year

From breakins to break downs, here's why being prepared when the unexpected happens is so important

... one that won’t have you crying into your December credit card bill.

Beat the ECB interest hikes with these top tips from the experts

A recent survey showed a quarter of Irish consumers between the ages of 55 and 64 do not have a pension in place

Different ways you can top up your income to help combat the cost of living crisis

In general, we tend to overestimate sick pay arrangements and the support provided by the State

Helpful apps, hand-me-downs and avoiding food waste — we ask mums for their tried and tested cost-saving tips 

— And Sean Fouhy nominates Tadhg Long Catering for Champ of the Week

Plus: budget-busting tips and tricks for the back-to-school shop

— And Caitlin Doyle nominates Niamh at Sinead's Boutique in Limerick for Champ of the Week

At €250 per week for the first 26 weeks, can women afford to take maternity leave?

There are financial supports available for those who are struggling with associated back-to-school expenses

And Myriam Collins nominates Celestine McCoy from Hattitude for Champ of the Week

And Aoife O'Sullivan nominates Cakes by Úna for Champ of the Week