Everyday Money

• A Complete Guide to Debit Cards
  Read our complete guide to debit cards. We cover everything from how they work right through to using them online and the protection you'll get from your bank or provider.
• A Guide to Black Friday in the UK
  Black Friday is approaching, but when is it this year and where can you find the best deals? Our guide explains all.
• A Guide to Domestic Flights in the UK
  It isn't a popular choice, but flying around the UK could be the cheapest way for you to travel the country. Find out more about how you could save with domestic flights in the UK.
• All you need to know about pension release
  If you’ve built up a decent pension fund, you could be tempted to dip into this before you reach 55 years. However, withdrawing your pension early (known as pension release, pension unlocking or pension liberation), is rarely a good idea.
• Are Junior Savings Accounts Worth It?
  In addition to teaching your child (or grandchild) to save, there are many advantages gained by investing in savings for children. For example, you don’t usually have to pay tax on children’s savings. Learn more in our guide...
• BIK Tax – What is Benefit in Kind Tax?
  If you receive perks outside of your usual salary, you may have to pay benefit-in-kind tax (BIK). Find out more with Compare UK Quotes.
• Balancing Finances: Credit Recovery
  Remember that almost all financial problems are resolvable through honest communication and a solid plan. If you are panicking, then talk to someone – a friend or family member, or one of many helpful organisations like the citizen’s advice bureau.
• Bill Buddy Review
  BillBuddy can help you save money on your energy bills, mobile phones, broadband and insurance – our review explains all you need to know.
• Black Friday Explained | Where to get the best deals!
  Black Friday 2018 deals are burgeoning, with more and more retailers jumping on board the American tradition. Find out where to go this November 23rd and how to bag the best deals.
• Business Bank Accounts Explained
  The key difference between a personal bank account and a business bank account is that you will just use a business account for business-related income and purchases only. Find out more and see if you need one...
• Capital Gains Tax - What is it and how to reduce it
  We’ve included all the information you need to know about capital gains tax, including what it is, how much it is and when you have to pay capital gains tax on certain things.
• Child trust fund explained
  Child Trust Funds are exclusive tax-free savings accounts set up for children by the Government back in 2005 but were subsequently axed on 1 January 2011. Here's everything you need to know...
• Claiming Tax Back While Working from Home Due to Coronavirus
  Employees can claim a tax relief while working from home in the UK (whether it’s due to Coronavirus or not), as we explain in this guide.
• Coronavirus: Financial Help for Employees in the UK
  We explain your rights as an employee during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, including working from home, tax reliefs and being on furlough.
• Coronavirus: Financial Help for the Self-Employed
  We explore the help available for self-employed people amid COVID-19, including income support schemes, tax relief and business loans.
• Council Tax FAQs
  In our FAQ guide to council tax in the UK, we tell you everything you need to know about council tax bands, prices, what months you don’t have to pay council tax, what to do if you can’t afford to pay it and much more.
• Current Account Switch Service | Switching Bank Accounts
  The Current Account Switch Service means that you can transfer bank providers and change without hassle, but what are the benefits and potential risks?
• Cyber Monday 2020 in the UK
  When is Cyber Monday in 2020? What deals will be on offer? Where will you find them? Our guide explains it all, including its relation to Black Friday.
• Debt Relief Order – What Is It?
  A debt relief order (DRO) can be used to help you get out of financial struggle, but only when absolutely necessary. Find out all you need to know about debt relief orders with Compare UK Quotes.
• Defaqto Rating Explained
  You might've heard or seen the word Defaqto mentioned or noticed their ‘ratings’ on certain financial products, but do you know what Defaqto actually is or what a Defaqto rating means? Find out here.
• Digital Banking Explained
  By making our lives easier with no need for queuing and simple budgeting features, is digital banking a reason to ditch the high-street bank?
• Direct Debit Charges and How to Avoid Them
  Direct debits provide an efficient and useful service for many people in the UK, if used correctly. If not, they can do more harm than good! Find out more here.
• Everyday-money
  Compare UK Quotes are here to help on every aspect of everyday money.
• Funeral plans explained
  As dreary and uncomfortable as it may be, planning your funeral now can help ease the burden on your loved ones later; your family not only has the burden of planning your funeral, but they can also have the added worry of paying for it...
• Get a £300 Discount on Your Next Car!
  Looking to buy a car? Compare UK Quotes has teamed up with the Trade Centre Wales to offer our readers £300 off their car purchase with them! Find out how to get your discount now...
• Get ‘Paid’ to Walk With Activity Reward Apps!
  Save money and get rewarded with these free activity reward apps! It's simple: you get 'paid' for walking, running and just about any activity.
• Half a Billion Stolen in Six Months
  Since the advance of online banking and mobile apps, fraud and scammers have migrated to technological methods. Learn how to be scammer savvy and protect yourself against online banking fraud.
• Help to Buy ISA Pros and Cons
  We review the Help to Buy ISA’s pros and cons, and assess the benefits of the best providers in the UK.
• How Much Does It Cost to Raise a Child in the UK?
  When you have children, budgeting becomes even more important - but how much does it cost to raise a child in the UK? From nappies to uni fees, here's everything you need to know.
• How do Cashback Sites Work?
  Here's everything you need to know about cashback websites and how they can save you money when shopping online - including your most frequently asked questions.
• How do comparison sites make money?
  Price comparison sites do not charge you for using them. Instead, they typically make money through affiliate commissions they receive from the companies using their site to sell their products or services online.
• How does Buy Now, Pay Later Work?
  When shopping online, BNPL plans are a great option for those who want to spread out the cost of purchases. Here's everything you should know before applying.
• How to Avoid Stamp Duty
  Whenever you buy or exchange a property or land in England, you are charged a tax known as stamp duty - but what is stamp duty, and why do we have to pay it? Find out here.
• How to Budget Part I: Budgeting on a Low Income
  Is trying to budget and save money at the same time stressing you out? Here's a simple beginner's guide to budgeting and saving money in the UK. With these easy tips, you'll be off to a great start in no time!
• How to Budget Part II: Allocating Your Income to Save Money
  In part ii of our series to budgeting and saving money in the UK, we explain how to allocate your income and how to plan ahead, whether you're a short or long-term thinker!
• How to Budget Part III: The Right Tool for the Job!
  The technology available to you today in order to properly manage your money is impressive! Here, we take a look at the types of tools that could help you manage your money and budget sensibly.
• How to Budget at Uni – A Guide for Students
  Knowing how to budget at uni can be tough, so check out our student budget guide and find out how you can save money with our simple tips.
• How to Build an Emergency Savings Fund
  Research suggests that many people don’t have an emergency savings funds in the UK, so here’s some tips on how to start building yours on a budget.
• How to Claim Tax Back on a PPI Refund
  If your received a PPI refund payout, you may also be able to claim back 20% of its interest in tax. Here’s how…
• How to Get Your Finances in Order for 2021
  In our guide, we define the meaning of personal finance, explain why it's important and explore 6 key steps that will help you get your finances back on track.
• How to Make Money on GPT Reward Sites
  Fancy making money online at home? At Compare UK Quotes, we take a look at the best GPT site in the UK, including how to make money off reward sites, some tips
• How to Manage Your Debt
  If not managed properly, debt can get seriously out of control. Thankfully, at Compare UK Quotes, we have some of the answers for you on how to get out of and control your debt!
• How to Prepare Financially for the UK Recession 2020
  Your very own 2020 recession survival guide: Find out everything you need to know about the UK recession and get useful tips on how to prepare financially.
• How to Prepare for Life Post-Brexit: Your Finances
  Our simple and detailed guide provides helpful tips and simple answers to all your finance-related questions regarding what will happen post-Brexit.
• How to Save on Travel Costs in the UK
  Whether you're a native looking to shave money off your commute or a tourist looking to travel around the UK for as little as possible, we have the advice you need here!
• How to find old pensions
  Lost pension pots are actually more common than you’d think, so if you’re wondering “where’s my pension”, read our guide about how to trace and find a pension.
• How to get your finances in order - A guide for students
  Students spend an average of £247 per week, which is almost double (£427 per week) during freshers’ week! Read our guide here to learn more about the best ways to budget as a student while in university.
• Income Tax and National Insurance Explained
  In this article, we take an in-depth look at national insurance and income tax in the UK, and we explain what you have to pay and why.
• Is shared ownership a good idea?
  If co-ownership is an option you’re considering, you should fully consider the pros and cons before committing to this type of purchase. So what does shared ownership mean, is shared ownership a good idea and is there a downside to shared ownership? Read here to find out.
• Kerching and Win No Longer Operating as a Cashback Website
  If you are owed money from Kerching & Win, find out how to contact them here and discover other popular cashback sites to use while shopping online.
• Lifetime ISA Explained: How Does it Work?
  Our complete guide to Lifetime ISAs explains how they work, the best providers and how they compare to the Help to Buy ISA.
• Look After My Bills Review
  Here, we give a detailed review of the energy auto-switching site Look After My Bills (LAMB) and provide real-life reviews from sites like Trustpilot to help you make an informed decision.
• Mobile Banking Apps - how to safely use them
  Like online banking mobile banking apps have a very high level of security and any breaches of that security are usually down to a user giving away passcodes or other important information.
• Moneybox Review: The Saving and Investing App
  Our Moneybox review evaluates the app’s Lifetime ISA and other savings options, explains how it works and helps you decide if it’s worth it.
• Monzo Review: Is it the Best Challenger Bank?
  Here’s our Monzo review, which looks at the UK’s best challenger bank and whether it’s worth making the switch to a digital-based current account.
• Mortgage Payment Holidays
  In this guide, we tell you everything about mortgage payment holidays and extensions, provide advice for renters and answer common FAQs to help those struggling with their finances during the Coronavirus pandemic.
• Online Banking - is it for you?
  Online banking can be a daunting shift, with set up, security, activation and banking apps, there is a lot to go through. Compare UK Quotes can help and we have the best advice available to help you into the online world of banking.
• Pensions for Self-Employed Workers
  When you’re self-employed, you’re effectively ‘self-pensioned’ because unlike many securely employed workers, you don’t have the luxury of relying on an employer to arrange and contribute towards your pension; you instead have to arrange and be the sole contributor to your own. Learn more...
• Private Pensions Explained
  It’s now common knowledge that a state pension should not be solely relied on for your retirement income and financial experts recommend additionally taking out a private pension - also known as a personal pension - to boost your income.
• Protect Your Finances – Insurance, Savings, Wills, and More
  Our guide to protecting your finances in 2020 advises you on everything from the best savings accounts, to writing a will and taking out affordable insurance.