Tax Rebate Services, a nationwide company that helps self employed people and contractors claim money back on their tax, has donated nearly £30,000 to the NSPCC. The company, based in Carlisle, has been sending generous donations every year since it started. The money goes to the Carlisle branch of NSPCC and is vital in improving services in the area. NSPCC …
Read More »What Are the Rules of the Road for Cyclists?
If you’d like to start a debate on social media, simply ask who has the rights to the road, cyclists or car and van drivers. This is a subject that many are passionate about for opposite reasons. For example, some cyclists believe that drivers need to take a lot more care when sharing the road with a cyclist, while some …
Read More »Steps for Setting Up Your Office for the First Time
When your business begins to grow you realise the impracticalities of running it from home. Interruptions, lack of storage space and everyday life can get in the way. Making the decision to move to an office is probably not one you’ve taken lightly, as up until now you’ve probably compromised your comfort so it can seem like a luxury. There …
Read More »Money Nerd Gives Hope and Advice to PayDay Loan Borrowers
A new online advice service has been launched that is already helping those that have succumbed to temptation and taken out a PayDay loan. Money Nerd has a wealth of advice for those looking to avoid the high interest and extortionate charges, with more loopholes promised if visitors sign up to the free newsletter. What is a Pay Day Loan? …
Read More »Scams to Look Out for This Summer
We’ve all found ourselves the targets of scams, whether it’s an email that’s gone to our spam folder asking us to reveal our bank details so we can receive a few million pounds or seemingly personal mail from a Russian bride. We even receive mail that seems to be direct from our service providers and banks but when we look …
Read More »How to Choose the Right Removal Company
The Consumer Voice offices have moved a few times, as have our members. From hiring a man and van to spending thousands on a national removal company between us we’ve seen it all. Putting our heads together we now know how to find a removal company that will make the process easier without breaking the bank. Here are our top …
Read More »Books to Recommend to Children in Your Life
Books to Recommend to Children I began reading at a very early age. I remember starting a new school with no friends but not feeling alone as all I wanted to do at break times was catch up with Aslan in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by CS Lewis. My parents were avid readers too and would switch off the TV …
Read More »Comparing the Big Six Energy Companies
This guest post has been contributed by the energy experts at City Plumbing Supplies. City Plumbing provide boilers and home energy appliances that reduce energy consumption and ensure you make the most of every watt. They have smart room thermostats available along with a range of combi boilers, radiators and more to keep your home running smoothly and comfortably for …
Read More »Get Your Retail Sales Booming in 2018
November 16th Every retailer experiences drop in sales once in a while. This is inevitable and must happen one time or another regardless of what you sell. It might be due to causes beyond your control such as seasonal sales slump, adverse policies or reduction in foot traffic due to projects around your location. Whatever the reasons are, here are …
Read More »Business Tax Advantages You Could Be Entitled To
As a business owner, you know that keeping tax costs low is essential. Organised book and a good accountant ensure you only pay what you owe and are not stung with a huge tax bill. Alongside saving money on tax there are some tax incentives that could help you make money too, to finance your next expansion or to put …
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