It has been a while since I last published a guest post, although I often get approached and I turn the drivel down. This article, kindly sent to me by Lauren Wright of Ridgefield Consulting, was a jolly interesting read and definitely worth posting – yes tax can be interesting! While it is written with UK readers in mind, it will be illuminating for others around the world. Continue reading “Guest post: The Role of Taxes in War Financing Throughout UK History”
Nerdy DIY – compost
I must be such a nerd. Any other nerdy people out there who make their own DIY compost? I can hardly believe I’m blogging about this but somehow it seems so important and satisfying. Believe me – it is! Continue reading “Nerdy DIY – compost”
DIY satisfaction
I have an uneasy relationship with Do-It-Yourself, DIY as our lingo goes. Perhaps it is a mixture of confidence, expectations, level of skill, tools, materials, know-how etc. Nevertheless I have had a recent success! However, there’s more to it than simply bragging about my success. Continue reading “DIY satisfaction”
Second biggest financial mistake
My second biggest financial mistake was buying shares. Although this was going on some 25 years ago, I still wrestle with it. While still in the introductory paragraph, let me say it wasn’t all bad as some valuable lessons have been learned. Continue reading “Second biggest financial mistake”
My biggest financial mistake
My biggest financial mistake? That’s an easy one to answer. I reckon it cost us thousands, lots of wasted time and hassle. It was a hard lesson to learn and I do hope I haven’t just repeated the mistake. Continue reading “My biggest financial mistake”
Do you tip tradesmen?
Do you tip tradesmen? Ordinarily I rarely tip anyone but recently I have wondered if I should change my approach. Am I a scrooge, a tight git, or sensible and careful? I would be interested in your views on this. Continue reading “Do you tip tradesmen?”
Northern lights, scammers and life
Things have been quite busy of late, what with the Northern lights extending over much of the UK, a brush with some scammers and the joys of life. Continue reading “Northern lights, scammers and life”