Category Archives: Personal Finance
Twenty Somethings & Their Money
This infographic reveals the results of research into how Britons in their 20s view the financial opportunities and threats they face. It’s based on research I contributed to last year and covers what young people think about pensions, how they … Continue reading
Customer satisfaction the new focus for frontline bank workers
IONA BAIN Lloyds Banking Group has finally ditched bonuses for frontline staff based on how many products they sell, on the day the industry’s new consumer regulator takes office. It follows fresh warnings from the Financial Conduct Authority’s chief … Continue reading
Filed under Banking, Personal Finance
What to consider BEFORE you invest – guest tips from Nutmeg
I was recently contacted on Twitter by a young lady who wanted to know more about Nutmeg, an online investment manager. As well as giving her my own views on whether investing is ever suitable for young people, I thought … Continue reading
Filed under Investments, Personal Finance, Savings Accounts
Why money is the subject to REALLY master when you’re at school
Here are my short and (hopefully) sweet thoughts on why I think young people should get to grips with money, if nothing else, while they’re at school. It ties into a highly enterprising scheme I’m involved with called Money 4 … Continue reading
Filed under Personal Finance, Personal Finance Education
Can’t get no (banking) satisfaction– my Baillie Gifford column
in case you missed it, check out column for baillie gifford on how the banking sector is failing to engage young people by iona bain http://www.bgtrustonline.com/articles/opinion/banking-dissatisfaction.aspx
Filed under Banking, Consumer Affairs, Personal Finance
Is the British economy back on track for young people?
Yesterday’s news that Britain is technically out of recession was interpreted as a shred of good news in otherwise gloomy times. So is the outlook improving for young people? Only if we’re really getting to grips with the housing crisis… … Continue reading
Filed under Economy, Employment, First-time buyers, Graduate finance, Personal Finance, Politics
A graduate’s guide for survival
ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN THE DAILY MAIL by IONA BAIN Thousands have been celebrating the end of a degree course this summer and are looking forward to life after university. But whether you’ve graduated yourself or have a child or grandchild … Continue reading
Filed under Banking, Graduate finance, Personal Finance
Why young people feel let down by their bank…and what they can do about it
A new report shows widespread dissatisfaction among young banking customers. But you don’t have to put up with poor customer service – here’s how to complain, and what you need to know about switching banks Iona Bain So the … Continue reading
Filed under Banking, Personal Finance
Why telematics insurance WORKS
The spy in the car – or black box insurance – has come in for some criticism as its profile grows. But don’t knock it until you’ve tried it because it could save you money and make you a better … Continue reading
Filed under Insurance, Personal Finance
