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Diana Bocco

Diana is a writer specialising in debt repayment, savings, and personal investments. Her work has also appeared on MSN Money, Inc. Magazine, and Yahoo! Finance.

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Personal Finance

UK economy set for significant boost

| Diana Bocco

The UK economy is set to get a big boost as lockdown measures ease up and things start reopening. Diana…

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Personal Finance

How to keep your energy bills down

| Diana Bocco

With Ofgem’s October price increases looming closer, Diana Bocco takes a look at a few ways to lower your energy…

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Personal Finance

50% of Brits in a relationship have a joint account

| Diana Bocco

Half of Brits have a joint bank account with their partners. But this isn't always the best financial decision, especially…

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Personal Finance

43% of millennials have to take out credit to fund a funeral’s cost

| Diana Bocco

The average funeral cost is around £4,000 and Millennials are going into debt to pay for it, according to recent…

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Personal Finance

Energy bills expected to jump more than 10% in August

| Diana Bocco

Energy bills can cost the average UK household over £1,000 a year -- and new price hikes this year will…

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Personal Finance

Brits spend 21% of their disposable income on payday!

| Diana Bocco

If you’re overspending on payday, you’re not alone. Turns out most Brits are splurging as soon as they get paid…

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Personal Finance

5 tips to avoid getting caught out when spending this summer

| Diana Bocco

With things reopening, spending is up almost 20% in the hospitality industry. Before you join the fun, here are some…

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Personal Finance

Gifting: who and what are Brits spending money on?

| Diana Bocco

When it comes to gifting, Brits are very clear on how much they want to spend and who they'll spend…

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Personal Finance

Is £2,500 the true cost of not doing a safety check before a car journey?

| Diana Bocco

Considering a road trip this summer? A car safety check can not only before you take off can keep you…

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Personal Finance

£1.15bn taken out of fixed-rate savings accounts in May

| Diana Bocco

Brits saved a lot of money during the pandemic. But with things reopening, it looks like many are now back…

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Personal Finance

Nearly two thirds of children would prefer gaming currency over cash

| Diana Bocco

Recent research by pocket money app RoosterMoney found that gaming currency has become a hot commodity among kids. We take…

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Personal Finance

5 summer energy saving tips

| Diana Bocco

For many people, energy saving is a winter worry. But if you start making small changes during the summer, your…

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Retirement saving and pension planning
Personal Finance

£400m ‘forgotten’ in pension pots

| Diana Bocco

Millions of pounds are “lost and forgotten” in missing pension contributions. We take a look at how to locate lost…

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Personal Finance

6 factors that can impact your life insurance policy

| Diana Bocco

A number of factors can affect whether life insurance is a good option for you, from your age to what…

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Personal Finance

London ranked 5th best city in the world to become a millionaire

| Diana Bocco

Recent research explored how long it takes to become a millionaire depending on where you live, and London is near…

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Personal Finance

The average monthly rent in the UK is now above £1k for the first time in history

| Diana Bocco

The average UK rent is up 5.9% from last year. With rents now breaking the £1,000 mark, what's next for…

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Personal Finance

6 reasons Gen Z and Millennials are seeking financial advice

| Diana Bocco

Financial advice can make a world of difference if you don't know how to manage your money. And some generations…

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Personal Finance

Where to save money best in the short and long term

| Diana Bocco

Wondering where to save your money for the best profits? If you can put your savings aside for a longer…

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Personal Finance

How some ‘granfluencers’ are earning more than the average UK pension income

| Diana Bocco

New research shows that the average pension income is below the level needed for a comfortable retirement. Some pensioners are…

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Personal Finance

How to spot and block scams

| Diana Bocco

A new month, a new scam – or so it seems. We take a look at the latest advice from…

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Personal Finance

9 garden features that can double your home’s value

| Diana Bocco

When it comes to improvements that add value to your home, don’t forget your garden. Small changes made now can…

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Personal Finance

Under 35s now most likely to fall victim to financial scams

| Diana Bocco

New research shows that the under 35s are the age group most affected by cybercrime. We take a look at…

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Personal Finance

Why unemployment will get worse before it gets better

| Diana Bocco

The pandemic has had a significant impact on unemployment around the UK. With many businesses closing or suffering, it’s no…

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Personal Finance

10% of 18-34 year-olds think their partner is lying about money

| Diana Bocco

Worried that your partner is lying about money? A recent survey shows that 10% of people feel their partners are…

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Investing

Can I really save money by living in a tiny home?

| Diana Bocco

As house prices continue to rise, tiny homes are becoming more popular in the UK. Are these miniature houses really…

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Personal Finance

4 financial benefits of multigenerational living

| Diana Bocco

Research shows that multigenerational living will rise in the UK over the next decade. We take a look at the…

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Personal Finance

5 bad money habits taught by your parents that you should unlearn

| Diana Bocco

Research shows that many bad money habits come from our parents. If your money advice is out of date, it…

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Personal Finance

How much rent can I afford?

| Diana Bocco

How much rent you can afford depends on a lot of factors. We take a look at everything you should…

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Personal Finance

45% of Brits don’t think missed payments affect their credit score

| Diana Bocco

When it comes to credit scores, misinformation is rampant. We take a look at a few common myths that could…

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Personal Finance

33% of over 55s yet to achieve life goals ‘due to lack of money’

| Diana Bocco

Reevaluating your life goals during the pandemic? A recent study shows that the over 55s are planning to focus on…

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Personal Finance

5 tips to avoid post-lockdown spending spiralling out of control

| Diana Bocco

More than 50% of UK residents are concerned about their own spending post-lockdown, according to a recent survey by Monese.

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Personal Finance

4 ways to sell old furniture

| Diana Bocco

Looking to sell old furniture to make some cash? There are plenty of places online where you can get a…

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Personal Finance

5 tips before opening a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Diana Bocco

Are you considering investing in a stocks and shares ISA but need some guidance? We take a look at five…

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Young woman holding credit card for online shopping at home
Personal Finance

How moving online could leave savers £463 better off over 5 years

| Diana Bocco

Online savers can benefit significantly from switching their money to an online savings account instead of using a regular bank…

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Personal Finance

Is financial advice worth the money?

| Diana Bocco

Recent research shows that most people don’t know whether financial advice is worth the money. We take a look at…

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Personal Finance

2 things that are now more important to house hunters than location

| Diana Bocco

When it comes to what makes the best home, recent research shows that house hunters no longer think that location…

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Personal Finance

5 spring-cleaning tips to increase your car’s value

| Diana Bocco

You might be in the mood for spring cleaning your home, but this year consider extending that effort to your…

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Personal Finance

Can music help make you more money?

| Diana Bocco

If you're looking to manifest some money into your life, music might help. We take a look at how music…

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Personal Finance

How to lower your mobile phone bill

| Diana Bocco

Looking to lower your mobile phone bill? Even with a good plan, extra charges can add up. We take a…

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Personal Finance

Charitable giving: how to make the money you give go further

| Diana Bocco

The pandemic has taken its toll on the economy and on charitable giving. Here are some ways to stretch the…

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