Dec
20
A young boy’s fears that his new house would not have a chimney big enough to fit Father Christmas has led a Cotswold builder designing one of the world’s first Father Christmas-friendly chimneys.
Source: First ‘Santa friendly chimney’ created after boy’s letter
Aug
14
Need More Information About Unsecured Personal Loans?
Sometimes when people do not have enough money to buy something that they wish to have, they apply for unsecured personal loans. This will provide enough money to make the purchase. Of course, the loan will have to be paid back, and with interest as well.
You can use loans to pay for multiple things. They can help you to get caught up on bills, to purchase clothes, books for school, a computer, or other electronics. Sometimes people take loans to pay for holidays such as Christmas or even for birthdays. It can be difficult to come up with a large some of money on short notice.
You can take a secured loan or an unsecured loan. A secured loan will help you to get a lower interest rate but you will have to put something up for collateral such as a car, boat, or motorcycle. So if you take this type of loan be sure that you pay it back in a timely manner otherwise you will risk losing your collateral. Not to mention you can hurt your credit if you do not make your payments on time. An unsecured loan does not require collateral but it will come with a higher interest rate.
It is good to check around from bank to bank and research the different loan interest rates that are offered. Some banks will offered lower rates than others and if you can get a lower interest rate that will save you a lot of money in the long run.
Do not apply for a whole bunch of loans and THEN make your decision. Base your decision off of the initial information that you have gathered. Each time that you apply for a loan your credit is pulled. That can effect your overall credit score. It is better to apply for just one loan than five different loans especially if the original plan is for just one loan.
Do not just take out loans here and there for no reason. This only risks you getting into debt and not being able to repay your loans. It is best to only take a loan in an emergency or situations where you have no other choice. A few loans here and there is not bad but a whole bunch of loans will only lead you into the wrong financial path.
Personal loans unsecured are good to take when you really need to money but do not have the cash to pay for it. Be sure to check around for the best rate before submitting an application. You want to be sure you are getting the est rate possible for you so you can save as much money as possible.
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Jan
25
Tax Return Deadline
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In 2008 I stressed out over the Christmas period preparing all of the paperwork needed for the looming tax return deadline. Two returns and a company return means I have a LOT of paperwork, receipts, bank statements to reconcile etc.
Last year, 2009, I was a bit more organised and stressed out about it BEFORE Christmas (getting better though!) and had the returns all done and the visit to the accountant before Christmans.
If you are like me, you will have spent at least some time over the last few months, or possibly the Christmas period, going through your paperwork for the dreaded tax return—and vowing that next year you will be more organised.
Many new landlords with perhaps just one property wonder if it’s necessary to do a tax return? The answer is “YES”, and you should do it even when you have made a loss. Any losses can be carried forward if these have been recorded with HMRC.
Being organised and having all the necessary paperwork to provide an audit trail is most important. If something is a little complicated, make a note of it separately and keep it on file as the faintest of ink is better than the best of memories (ancient Chinese saying).
The tax authorities are likely to come down hard on landlords that don’t comply with the tax rules. Always make sure you are ready for an investigation, as these often unnecessary fishing exercises by HMRC can be very time consuming, so be warned!
Remember – you need to do your Tax Return online by Sunday 31 January. If you are going to post it, make sure it reaches them by Friday 29th to be sure of not receiving a £100 late penalty fee. Better still, send it recorded or next day delivery to be sure. Make sure you visit www.hmrc.gov.uk/sa and do your 2008/09 Self Assessment Tax Return online by 31 January 2010.
For further help, including a ‘Step by Step’ guide to Self Assessment online filing and a bite-sized video, you should visit www.businesslink.gov.uk/hmrctaxhelp
Finally, start getting organised NOW for March 31st 2010 and aim to get the accounts and the returns done even earlier in 2010! I will be… will you?
Dec
24
Merry Christmas
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I want to take this opportunity to wish all of you a Merry Christmas and a happy and PROSPEROUS New Year.
2009 has been a very tough year for many of us, including me. But Christmas is upon us and I want you to promise me one thing… if you’ve overspent of the Christmas shopping and the gift buying… and the credit card is maxed out… don’t feel too bad or be too hard on yourself!
Yes, I know it’s not a good situation to be in. Yes, I know you may be feeling a little (or possibly alot!) guilty… but now is not the time to be negative and put a downer on Christmas.
In 2010 I want you to commit to resolve that things will be different. You will try your best to manage your debts and pay them down, if not off completely. That’s what I’m doing right now… paying off credit card bills. Yes… we all have them, but I have a system which means I pay the least amount of interest possible and pay the most off against the capital balance outstanding, therefore I get out of my personal debt much quicker than 99% of you will.
Let 2010 be a different year for you… change your life and improve yourself in all the crucial areas, your wealth, your health and your relationships. But where do you start? Well you need a plan, a strategy, a roadmap to help guide you through the process.
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