Baby & Child Poverty: What is it and where is it increasing in the UK?

W cover some of the places where anyone experiencing difficulties, particularly those with young children, can find help.

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Our guide to saving money with cost-effective appliances

As energy prices continue to rise, it's more important than ever to find ways to save money on your bills. Whether it’s turning off the lights or investing in insulation, there are plenty of ways to cut back on energy and reduce your living costs. One of the best ways to do this is to invest in cost-effective appliances.

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Eating healthily on a budget: Recipes, top tips and more

Healthy eating doesn’t need to take a chunk out of your budget or your day. With a little research and preparation, you can plan balanced and delicious meals for your family all year round.

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How to get fit on a budget

There are plenty of ways to improve your health and fitness without breaking the bank. It’s time to get creative and make the most out of the free resources available to you!

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14 free summer activities for kids

There are plenty of free summer activities to enjoy with your family - whether it’s going to the local park or playing board games. With a little preparation, you can have a fantastic summer with your family.

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What to do when you need emergency help with essential purchases

If you’re struggling to cover things like your weekly food shop, items you need for the home, or even to find ways to pay your rent, emergency support is available for the essentials. Charitable grants and organisations, government benefits, flexible loans and plenty more options are available to help you through difficult times.

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How to update your garden on a budget

It doesn’t have to cost a fortune to keep your garden looking good. With a little creativity and some elbow grease, you can update your garden on a budget. Here are a few cheap garden ideas to give your outdoor space an uplift. If you or anyone you know is struggling to afford the essential items they need to furnish their home or support their family, then Fair for You is here to help.

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Best Father’s Day gifts and activities on a budget

Father’s Day in the UK occurs on the third Sunday of June each year, and it is a time to celebrate all that our dads, grandads and father-figures do for us. Whatever your plans are for Father’s Day, take some time out of your busy schedule to let them know how much they mean to you.

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How to save money for a holiday

The weather is heating up, and the holiday season is almost upon us. Everyone needs a holiday from time to time to relax and recharge. But between flights, hotels and travel insurance, the cost of going on holiday can quickly exceed your budget. Start saving money for your dream destination today and put your money worries aside. Whether you are booking a dream holiday or weekend minibreak, there is almost always a way to save some extra cash. Check out these tips and tricks to save money for your next holiday, and stay on budget while you’re away.

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Mental Health Awareness Week: Money, People and Financial Wellbeing

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week, and if there’s one thing that causes stress – it’s money. Over 1.5 million Brits have spiralling debt and mental health problems, according to the Money and Mental Health Policy Institute. Financial and mental health are inextricably interlinked. You are likely to feel low or anxious when you have money issues. And when you are struggling with your mental health, money management is one of the first things to go.

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What Is Financial Resilience?

Financial resilience is all about preparing for the worst-case scenario. You never know what’s around the corner – and you need to be financially prepared. At Fair for You, we understand that sometimes life happens, and things veer off course. Significant life events like a relationship breakdown or an unexpected illness, can have quite an impact on your finances and, more specifically, your financial security. These events might change your income, assets or debt payments, and you need to be financially resilient enough to navigate the fallout of life’s challenges.

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What Is Financial Wellbeing?

It’s not always easy to talk about your finances, especially if you’re having difficulty keeping track. But by talking about money and your personal situation, you can learn to manage it better and hopefully become less worried and stressed. Here at Fair for You, we want to empower our customers to better understand their finances as a whole, and to give them access to the items they need. So in today’s post, we’re discussing the meaning behind financial wellbeing – what it is, what impacts it – and how you can take control of yours, regardless of your current financial situation.

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