It’s likely that your internet bills and phone plans will make up a significant portion of your monthly expenses. But you may be paying more than you need to for these services. With some simple preparation, and a little nerve, Loqbox has some tips and tricks for how to negotiate a better phone plan or internet bill.
With November’s National Stress Awareness Day falling in the middle of a cost-of-living crisis, can we expect to see a rise in mental health problems related to people dealing with additional financial stress this year? If so, what are the ways to cope with financial stress and be mindful of the impact it has on our overall wellbeing? Loqbox looks at ways to deal with financial stress and instil healthy habits to manage it.
Are you ready to embark on a journey towards financial success and freedom? Loqbox has got just the tool for you: a financial planning roadmap. Like a treasure map, but where ‘X’ marks the spot on your financial wellbeing. So buckle up as we guide you through steps to building your very own roadmap to financial freedom.
As we come together for World Mental Health Day on 10th October 2023, it's a reminder of the connection between mindfulness and money. While mental health encompasses a wide range of aspects in our lives, one area that often goes overlooked is our relationship with money. Loqbox looks at how practising financial mindfulness can lead to a positive money mindset.
Impulse buying might sound like a great day at the mall, but for many it’s a real problem. Whether it’s the latest fashion, the newest tech, or the tastiest treats, high street and online impulse buying can stop us reaching financial goals and even push us into debt. Loqbox digs into what causes us to purchase things impulsively and how we can learn to stop.
Everyone has a story. And as individuals, we get to be the ‘main character’ of our own lives — with all the colourful chapters that unfold for us, and the turned down corners of pages that hold our important events.
It’s something that affects us all: money and mental health. When your finances feel like they’re getting out of your control it can have a significant impact on your mental well-being. Loqbox has some mental health and money advice and some great tips on reaching financial wellbeing and improving your mental health and money management.
Tracking spending is an important part of building (and sticking to) a healthy budget. It also helps you work towards your financial goals. Keeping track of expenses and getting a realistic understanding of all of your outgoings is vital to making the most of your income. Loqbox has simple tips for the best way to track spending and budget.
When it comes to your personal finance, it's important to have some sort of budgeting strategy that works for you and your individual circumstances. One approach that’s had a lot of attention on TikTok recently is the 70-20-10 rule. So what is it and is it right for you? Loqbox takes a closer look.
Everybody loves payday! We’ve been waiting for it, watching it get closer in the calendar until finally it arrives. In fact, we’re so excited that we go out and splurge the lot. Then you’re back to ticking off days on the calendar! Does that sound like a familiar pay-day routine? Don’t panic! Loqbox’s simple guide explores how to manage money better.
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