
TEEN MONEY WEEK: Should I get earning at 13?
Calling all teenagers (and frazzled parents) – the Young Money Blog this week is putting the spotlight on 12 - 18 year olds, looking at how older children can earn,…
What we REALLY should be teaching our children
Iona Bain Not that long ago, I contributed to a TV documentary about money issues for young people. When asked to talk about budgeting, I suggested that children should speak to…
Why telematics insurance WORKS
UPDATED: 2017 Iona Bain Until you hit your mid-twenties, you’ll be lucky to pay anything less than a small fortune for the luxury of driving a motor. Insurers say it’s…
Playing family fortunes
In her latest column for Financial Adviser, Iona looks at why families are happy to let their wealth cascade down the generations One of the most significant outcomes in the…
Is the Scottish Government neglecting financial education?
Disclaimer: This is what we like to (politely) call a "heritage" blog. That means we haven't updated the information here since publication (although we have tidied up the format). A…
How using your mobile can seriously damage your wonga
Disclaimer: This is what we like to (politely) call a "heritage" blog. That means we haven't updated the information here since publication (although we have tidied up the format). A…