Duncan Ferris
Lead Writer
Resume
Education
- Master's Degree in Journalism, University of Sussex
- Bachelor's Degree in Politics and Sociology, University of Leicester
Previous Experience
- Financial Content Writer, Digitonic
- Reporter, Perspective Publishing
- Junior Financial Journalist, Web Financial Group
Duncan Ferris is a business writer with expertise in pensions, investing and personal finance. Though he began his career as a pensions industry professional, he transitioned to journalism in 2017. After obtaining a postgraduate degree and NCTJ training, his career has spanned radio, online, print and newswire publications.
The latest from Duncan
Cost Control: Increasing Small Business Profits
Cost control techniques can help you rein in undisciplined spending habits and get your business saving the money it needs for survival, expansion or investment. Find out more about how…
What Are Business Fixed Rate Bonds?
Business fixed rate bonds are a type of savings product that businesses can use to earn predictable interest over a set period of time. Find out more about how to…
Ever Thought of Starting a Business? Here’s How.
If you’ve always dreamed of starting your own business, you’ve come to the right place. Our new business hub has all the info and resources you need to give your…
What is a Business Savings Account?
Business savings accounts give you a way to get your business’s excess cash earning interest in a low-risk way, allowing you to save for the future. Find out more about…
Corporate Investment: Investing as a Business
Corporate investment is a way for businesses to use excess cash to purchase assets like property, equities and more in order to seek high returns. Find out about what businesses…
Best Point of Sale Systems For Small Business UK 2024
Point of sale (POS) systems combine hardware and software to give business owners a way to conduct and organise their sales. Finding the right infrastructure for your business could save…
Online Banking: What Business Leaders Want
NerdWallet asked 1,000 business owners and decision-makers in the UK about their business banking priorities, applications and attitudes to online banking. What we found was a prioritisation of cutting costs…
How to Start a Cake Business From Home
Starting a cake business from home will allow you to be your own boss, produce a tasty product and make money – all from the comfort of your kitchen. Find…
5 Top Tips on How to be Self-Employed
Being self-employed carries a number of challenges for anyone considering taking the plunge. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of essential tips for anyone looking to sidestep the rat race…
How to Start a Catering Business
Starting a catering business is a rewarding way for passionate chefs to work for themselves without having to run a restaurant or café. Learn more about research, budgeting, registration, licences…
How to Start a Photography Business
This guide to starting a photography business includes simple and essential information about market research, budgeting, business plans and how to make money.
How to Start a Vending Machine Business
Starting a successful vending machine business can land you solid residual income, but it’s not without challenges. This article will teach you how to register your business, find funding, pick…
How to Switch Business Bank Account
Switching to a new business bank account can help businesses cut costs, take advantage of introductory offers and gain access to fantastic features like free accounting software or international banking.…
How to Start a Dog Walking Business
With low start up costs, no qualifications required and the chance to work outdoors with four-legged friends, a dog walking business can be a very fulfilling way to make money.…
4 Tips to Help Your Small Business Chase Unpaid Direct Debits
With the latest research suggesting that failure rates for direct debits are around their highest recorded levels, we explore why this payment system is becoming more popular and viable for…