The latest from Amy
Ask The Experts: How Can I Spot a Genuine Black Friday Deal?
Black Friday is an opportunity to bag Christmas presents at bargain prices… or is it? Retailers use time-limited sales to create a sense of urgency, but you needn't put pressure…
Tipping in the UK: How Small Businesses – and Workers – can Benefit From the New Rules
For some small businesses, the Tipping Act has created cashflow concerns and extra admin, but digital tools make it easier to comply. NerdWallet spoke to independent business owners and industry…
4 Reasons Why November’s Interest Rate Cut is Good News for Small Business Growth
Despite a raft of tax increases announced by Rachel Reeves in her first Budget, a fall in the interest rate offers some good news for small businesses. We explain how…
Six Ways Your Business Can Save Money on Energy Bills This Winter
Business energy bills aren’t covered by Ofgem’s price cap, leaving small firms more exposed to energy market fluctuations. With prices on the rise, we sought the advice of industry experts…
Ask an Expert: “When Should I Put the Heating on?”
With the energy price cap increasing by 10% on 1 October, households now face higher gas and electricity bills this winter. Though it could save you money, delaying putting your…
Shrinkflation: Why The Cost-Of-Living Crisis is Far From Over
Despite the UK economy showing some signs of recovery, the cost of groceries continues to be a source of financial stress for British households. We look at how shrinkflation forces…
9 Things You Need to Know About the Energy Price Cap
If you pay for your energy on a standard variable rate tariff, the energy price cap applies to you. Many factors affect the price of energy, but this price control…
Going Freelance? Boost Your Financial Resilience With These 5 Tips
Going freelance can offer the freedom and flexibility to pursue a passion, or to put your family first. But being your own boss usually means missing out on employee benefits,…
Choosing a Bank for Your Small Business: Challenger or Traditional?
Challenger banks typically offer fast set-up and banking on the go with reduced or no fees, but not every small business owner prioritises innovative tech-based solutions. For some, the reputation…
Entrepreneur Spotlight: Maria Romero and Emanuel Ferrandez of Sur Chocolates
For NerdWallet's Entrepreneur Spotlight series, we asked husband-and-wife team Maria and Emanuel about their big ambitions for their Argentinian chocolaterie. Chef Maria shared her desire to change the working conditions…
Back To School: How I Halved The Cost Of My School Uniform Shop
School uniform is expensive, adding extra pressure to family finances at the start of each school year. Mum-of-two Amy Knight explains how she knocked 50% off the cost of the…
5 Ways to Prioritise Your Mental Health as a Freelancer
For stressed and depressed workers, self-employment can offer an escape route. But being your own boss can challenge your health and happiness in different ways. If you're considering making the…
The UK Housing Market Needs More Downsizers – Here’s Why
Older homeowners reluctant to downsize are sitting on larger homes for longer, slowing down the UK housing market and limiting the options for those trying to make their way up…
5 Ways To Make Holiday Childcare More Affordable
School holidays are a tricky time for working parents – particularly those on a tight budget. We sought expert advice on how to maximise the free government support plus low-cost…
Bank of England Drop Base Rate – Act Fast to Bag Best Savings Rates
If you’re fortunate to have money stashed away for the future, higher interest rates can work in your favour, helping your cash grow faster than prices are rising. However, the…