News : Regular savings

Excited couple Jordan Martin and Emma Collins are getting ready to move into their first home - in double-quick time thanks to both using their Lifetime ISA bonuses.

Company Director Tony Drew and his wife Emma are, like many people in their 30s, saving for a house deposit to make that first step onto the property ladder.

Our research into the UK’s saving habits found that 16% of us don’t see the point of using savings accounts, but nearly half (46%) prefer to have more than one bank account.

Planning ahead now can give you a more affordable Christmas. Starting early, setting small and regular amounts aside and setting yourself a budget are all important when it comes to budgeting for Christmas time.

Getting started with saving is easier than you think. There are many ways to organise your spending and save regularly – and lots of help available to make your savings work for you.

It can seem difficult to make saving a priority when prices seem to keep on rising and there are regular bills. But you’d be surprised where you can rein in your spending – and how little you need to set aside to watch your savings start to grow.

The UK's Best Money Making Blogger, Emma Drew shares her tips for a smooth house move.

You may want to set aside income yourself for your children's education - and the earlier you can start, the better, as it gives the savings time to grow.

Private education can mean careful financial planning. Nottingham Building Society explain how financial advice can help.

Saving may not be a top priority for many but in Diana Pearson-Beale’s world it’s an absolute must.
Diana believes that, as difficult as it can be to set aside money at times, being in a savings habit is the key to a brighter future.