
Brean Horne
Writer and Spokesperson
Brean was a writer and spokesperson for NerdWallet who covered a variety of topics including money-saving tips, credit scores and managing debt. With over five years' experience in finance, she has written news and produced videos and podcasts for consumer publications such as Which?, Moneywise, The Motley Fool and Citywire.
The latest from Brean
Money Worries: The UK’s most searched financial concerns and products
With household budgets getting squeezed by the rising cost of living our NerdWallet research reveals the most searched for financial concerns across the UK.
Can You Get a Student Loan with Bad Credit?
You can get a student loan with bad credit to cover tuition fees and maintenance costs. Find out how you can access funding.
What is a Debt Relief Order?
If your debts total £30,000 or less – rising to £50,000 on 28 June 2024 – a debt relief order could write them off First, you need to demonstrate that…
How Long Does it Take to Get a Bridging Loan?
Getting a bridging loan can take between 72 hours and two weeks to complete, or perhaps even longer. It is rare, but some bridging loans can be arranged in just…
How I Bought My First Home In South East London
From saving up a deposit to finding the perfect home in South East London, we follow a recent first-time buyer in our My First Home series.
Bridging Loans Explained: How do Bridge Loans Work?
A bridging loan can act as a bridge between the sale of one property and the purchasing of another. It is a short-term option that helps bridge a financial gap…
How Many Business Bank Accounts Should I Have?
Businesses are increasingly curious about finding better ways to manage their finances. Let’s delve into how many bank accounts a business should have.
What Is an IVA?
Individual Voluntary Arrangements, or IVAs, are legal agreements that can help you pay off your debt at a more affordable rate. Read on to find out how they work and…
Understanding the Main Types of Debt
Understanding the main types of debt can help you find the best way to borrow and make repayments. Read on to find out how each type of debt works and…
Spring Statement Highlights 2022: How Will It Affect Your Finances?
The Spring Statement gives an update on the overall health of the economy since the Autumn Budget. From changes in National Insurance to a cut in fuel duty find out…
38 Ways To Save Money on Your Food Shopping
There are lots of ways to save money on food shopping, from clever budgeting tricks to extending the shelf life of your groceries. Read on to find out how you…
3 Big Cost of Living Scams and How to Avoid Them
Increasing financial pressure may leave households across the UK more vulnerable to cost of living scams as they look for ways to ease the strain on their finances. We investigate…
Savings Cut to Cope with Cost of Living Crisis
Almost half of Brits have cut their savings, investments or pensions due to the cost of living crisis, a new NerdWallet study has revealed. But find out what to consider…
33 Christmas Money-Saving Tips
There are many ways to save money during the Christmas period. It all starts with setting a realistic budget to help avoid overspending. Read on to find out how our…
How to Avoid Forex Scams
In the UK investors lose millions of pounds every year to forex trading scams. Here we run through some of the most common forex scams and give tips on how…