Cockle Finance announce B4B Payments as Prepaid Card provider
We’re delighted to announce that We’ve teamed up with B4B Payments as our Prepaid Card Provider. Our brand new product the Cockle Finance Card is a great new way for you to receive the funds of your loan. It’s a PrePaid Mastercard that can be used anywhere Mastercard is accepted. …
Continue ReadingCutting Holiday Prices
While Easter seems but a distant memory now and we’ve had a taste of summer; our thoughts soon turn to warmer climates and the possibility of a sun-kissed holiday. For those without children the prospect of a quick European getaway or a week in the sun is a reasonably painless …
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Best Half-Term Activities Blink and half-term is upon us again, and for those with children and grandchildren trying to find some way to keep them amused throughout the break can sometimes seem like a major headache when trying to plan your finances. While having little ones will always seem like …
Continue ReadingGreat locations to spend your Valentine’s Day
It’s that time of year again; cupids and hearts are everywhere, love is in the air and you’re looking to treat someone special to make them smile. Whether you’re able to go all out, want a more intimate setting or just want to treat yourself (self-love is just as important!), …
Continue ReadingHow holiday insurance can save you money in the long run
When you are booking a holiday, you will at some point create a to-do list, mentally or physically, of all the little jobs and tasks which need to be done before you set off on your holiday, you’ll also work out a list of costs such as; spending money, transfers, …
Continue ReadingGive your finances a winter overhaul in time for Christmas
We know that it might be the last thing that you want to hear. But it won’t be long before Christmas is here. This means that your finances are going to take a bit of a hammering. However, worry not, there is still some time to try and get them …
Continue ReadingHow to save for a deposit for a house
Whilst renting is proving very popular with modern families, there are still plenty of those that long to own their own house. Not only is securing a mortgage more difficult than ever, but for some people, the idea of being able to save up enough money to put together a …
Continue ReadingHow to do ‘Back To School’ on a budget
It is a fact of life that kids need things for school. Uniform, PE kit, lunchboxes, stationary, the list can get bigger over time. This means that parents need to reach into their wallets and make sure that they have the cash to cover it. But what if you are …
Continue ReadingRenting Out Your Home On Airbnb
You may not think that the UK is a desirable place for people to come and visit for a holiday from overseas, but you would be wrong. With a summer that is absolutely packed full of amazing events and things to do, more and more people are opting to visit …
Continue ReadingFun summer activities that don’t cost the earth
Fun Summer Activities that don’t cost the earth The time is upon us that many parents dread. The summer holidays. Of course it is a great to spend quality time with our little ones, but the idea of 6 weeks trying to entertain them is not something to look forward …
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