Growing our own for the first time…

I am renowned for not being green-fingered in any way; despite a few attempts any plants in my vicinity tend … More

Poor to rich(ish): Lesson 6 Regaining financial control

I’ve just paid off all my debts. Phew. It’s such a relief not to look at the post expecting bad … More

Planning ahead when poor: impossible! Many people are of the opinion that if you’re poor you learn to budget better … More

Being poor is not always our image of homeless people or those living in squalid shacks in developing countries. Sometimes … More

Until recently when I sold a property, I have been living on a third (or less) of my previous income. … More