Jolly Good Guide Editorial Team
Financial Content Editor
UK personal finance content from the Jolly Good Guide editorial team. All guides are reviewed against FCA-registered sources.
UK personal finance writing, consumer credit regulation, debt and budgeting guidance.
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A complete UK guide to business loans: what they are, the pros & cons. Plain English, no affiliate links, no financial advice.
A complete UK guide to how to get financial advice: when & where. Plain English, no affiliate links, no financial advice.
A short, practical checklist for the half-hour before you click 'apply', what to look at, what to write down, and when to pause.
With the end of the UK tax year near, there are plenty of things you need to consider to ensure you’re ready for the new tax year - from ISAs to allowances. So, we’re providing…
Black Friday is one of the most attractive shopping events of the year - but to make the most of the bargains on the market, it's best to start planning early. When it comes to…
We’re taking a closer look at student loans, breaking down everything both parent & student need to know, bypassing the jargon to prepare you for the new term. From eligibility to…
If you applied for financial assistance in any form to help fund your summer getaway, it’s important to begin effectively managing your debt straight away. Luckily, we’re here to…
We’re offering up some wallet-friendly and green budgeting tips to show you how to save money while - all importantly - cutting back on your plastic. After all, simple little…
Knowing how to budget effectively is a skill that most acquire in adulthood but could have learnt in their teens - and we’re detailing how to do just that! From helping your…
From luggage fees to additional booking costs, read our latest blog on how to avoid all those hidden travel expenses and keep holiday costs to a minimum. When it comes to money…
When it comes to going on holiday, it’s important to remain financially-savvy - as such, in this blog we’re offering a breakdown of the best ways to pay abroad. From transaction…
We’re taking a look at what you can do when your debt gets too much - providing a variety of debt management tips to help you tackle your debt along the way. From considering…
We’re taking a closer look at how your loan eligibility is affected by becoming self employed, providing some useful tips and actionable advice along the way. We delve deeper…
Join us to discuss what it actually means to be a guarantor and the considerations you need to make before signing on the dotted line and becoming one. From what is a guarantor…
In this blog post, we're helping you save money & break bad habits such as implusive spending with our 3 tips for budgeting success - read on to find out more. From making a…
Today, we’re taking a look at terms and phrases associated with loans and providing you with a straightforward, A-Z guide to understanding them.
Choosing between a secured loan versus an unsecured loan can be difficult. So, in this post, we’re taking you through the differences and pros and cons of each. Helping you to…
In this blog post, we're helping those of you who have been refused finance turn your personal finances around and improve your credit score in 7 simple steps. From tying up loose…
This quick guide will have you on your way to fixing your bad credit rating & starting afresh, by offering actionable advice & letting you know what to avoid. From considering…