Category: Investing


November 2011 marked a one year anniversary of my first steps into the investing world. In my final two years at university I copiously researched investing (risk tolerance, where to invest effectively for tax purposes etc) and finally decided to take the plunge three months into my first job out of university. November 2011 has also marked some important steps in progressing my finances. As I’ve mentioned in previous articles – personal finance management does not stop. You must continue to stay on top of your situation and ensure your money is making money for you whilst you sleep. Complacency and personal finance should never be said in the same sentence.

What are the three steps I’ve taken this month?

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One month has passed since I moved back to Central London. I can’t believe how quickly time has gone by but I am over the moon with my new flat. I’m closer to work, I have more time either side of working hours and I’m able to go on big nights out with friends. Reducing the amount of time by not having a big commute means I can spend more time doing the things I enjoy. View full article »

This weekend gone I successfully moved into my fifth flat in five years. I’m living in Central London again having spent one year paying minimal rent by staying with my sister and brother-in-law (back then just a fiance – hence the move). My intention is to keep moving around so that I can make a good habit of not having too much stuff. Five years on it seems things are worse than they were when I was at university. So how have things changed?  View full article »

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