Telia abandons automatic increase in home internet speeds
Telia announced that it would abandon the automatic increase in home internet speeds and allow customers to choose whether they want to use a connection that is twice as fast for half a year for the current price.
Falling into a debt trap
Once you’re in debt, it’s very easy to get caught in a cycle of borrowing or a debt trap. And it all usually starts with good intentions.
Does pet and cattle insurance cover wolf attacks on domestic animals?
Over the past year, the Estonian press has frequently reported wolf attacks, including on livestock and dogs. Pet and cattle insurance does not prevent such attacks, but does the insurance contract cover the damage they cause?
Beginners guide to responsible investing
If you want to ensure your investing footprint is as small as possible, here’s how to do responsible investing.
Alternatives to borrowing money that doesn’t include your friends and family
Alternatives to borrowing money that doesn’t include your friends and family.
8 reasons why you should NOT lend money to friends & family
Loans between family members or friends can result in an entirely unexpected set of problems. Consider why you should not lend money to friends and family and some tips to help you with damage control if you do agree to loan money.
18 alternative investments investors should consider
Investment opportunities for inventors are becoming harder to score better returns. Alternative investments are several options that provide decent returns. But is alternative investing riskier?
Is cat insurance worth it?
Cats may have nine lives but still need the right care if they get sick or injured. Vet bills can quickly mount up, but pet insurance can help cover these costs and ensure your cat receives the best care possible.
Dog insurance: how it helped a pet dog who developed a sudden heart condition
Every pet owner hopes to be that policyholder who’d purchased nothing more than peace of mind. But once they need it, they are happy they have it.
Goodbye role-based salary! Hello skills-based pay!
One of the biggest changes we’re seeing is the move from traditional role-based salary structures to skills-based pay models. There is a growing recognition that an employee’s skills are often more valuable than their job title.
Common investment mistakes to avoid
Despite learning the lessons of history, there are still plenty of common investment mistakes that investors perform. Our updated 2024 guide will get you started for building a prosperous investment portfolio.
Understanding pet insurance: A guide to protecting your furry friends
Find out what dog and cat insurance covers, what types of policies you can choose from and common exclusions to watch out for.
Comparing gyms in Estonia
Finding a fitness or health club that will meet all your personal targets and help you stay motivated requires asking some key questions, and being realistic and upfront about your goals.
But how do you find the right gym?
What should you be looking for? Price? Equipment? Location?
Finding the ideal gym to aid you in reaching goals is challenging, so here is an overview of a list of gyms to help you get started.
Myfitness
Myfitness is Estonia’s biggest sport and fitness club chain, allowing customers to use their 13 different centres in Tallinn simultaneously, with a further five located around Estonia—(Three in Tartu, one each in Viljandi and Narva). Myfitness is very popular among locals because it offers a variety of classes (Cardio, Strength, Body and mind and children) combined with well-equipped gyms with dedicated personal trainers.
It has something for everyone!
P2P investing myths: Separating fact from fiction
A fair share of P2P investment scams have led to a rise in so-called P2P investing myths. Yet how justified are these myths? Let’s separate fact from fiction.
Why do so few women do investing?
Why do so few women do investing? Very few women invest, yet when they do, they statistically outperform men. Why then, are not more women investing?
How to manage your personal debt [14 strategies]
How to manage your personal debt [14 strategies] If you use credit wisely, you could avoid risking more debt. Now it’s time to get credit smart and manage your personal debt. Like or loathe it, credit is part of our lives and is often associated with unmanageable debt. Credit reports and credit scores act as […]
The MoneyHub guide to booking holidays
Holidays should be fun-filled and memorable whether on your own, with a loved one or with family.
Sadly, it doesn’t always work out that way. The internet is swarming with tales of dodgy hotels, crammed tours with other tourists, flight delays and over-priced car rentals.
When this happens, your holiday excitement is ruined in minutes.
With summer just passed, many of us are considering our next holiday. This MoneyHub guide covers every stage of your holiday so that you can book and travel with the knowledge that you have the best deal.
The most reliable way to navigate the tangled network of routes and airlines and routes is to use a travel comparison website or airline aggregator like
Skyscanner
to find the cheapest option. Skyscanner also lists countries and their COVID restrictions depending on where you are permitted to fly to and from your original destination.
How to save money on household utility bills
Winter is soon upon us, and many families around the country will begin to be concerned about how high energy bills will be and the cost of living through winter.
Household costs like electricity, gas, water, broadband, car insurance and mobile phones consume most of our household budgets.
Rather than wait for the onset of another winter where prices will inevitably rise – now is the time to take stock and consider how we could save before winter arrives again.
By following these simple tips, you can save money and energy too!
Switching energy providers is more straightforward than you think.
The simplest way to examine and compare alternative suppliers’ contracts and prices are to view which deal will suit your home’s energy consumption using Comparison websites like Võrdle to assess all the Estonian energy suppliers.
How risky is P2P lending? [And how to manage the risk]
As with any investment, there are risks to investor capital. The trick is to manage P2P lending risks so that investments are both lucrative and safe.
Dealing with home loan problems: what to do when you can’t pay your mortgage
If you’re having difficulty paying your mortgage or home loan or are already behind on your payments, what’s the best way to avoid losing your home?
This article discusses possible solutions to difficulties in making mortgage and home loan payments but is not intended to substitute for personal legal or financial advice.
According to the recommendation of minuraha.ee, a consumer website run by the Financial Supervision Authority Finantsinspektsioon, the total amount of loans to be repaid each month should be at most 50% of the family’s monthly income.
11 tips to know before starting P2P investing
Before starting P2P investing, consider these 11 smart tips for minimising your risk and gaining higher returns using a P2P platform.
6 ways you can shave years off your mortgage
Mortgages are your biggest monthly outgoing. It would significantly boost your lifestyle if you did not have to pay this each month. There are ways to reduce your mortgage length; here are seven tips.
This may sound obvious, but making additional payments can save you more in the long term. Every extra pound you add can reduce the interest you will pay and the mortgage’s length.
Making additional payments depends on your personal circumstances. Can you afford to do this? With the current cost of living crisis, finances are walloped by the present economic situation, and many feel that paying extra is not an option.
Many lenders permit a certain amount of fixed payments annually, then apply an overpayment penalty. If so, ensure you continue to put money aside but in a savings account so that when you can make a lump sum, it is there to pay off your mortgage sooner.
Are you an emotional spender?
However good you are at managing your money, your emotions can urge you to make unnecessary purchases. Are you an emotional spender?
How to find instalment loans
Need to find the best instalment loans online? Then look no further as MoneyHub explains what they are how to compare them.