Who Cares has been launched by the Financial section of the Mail on Sunday to offer advice, help and support to the millions of people in Britain today who are affected by the chronic difficulties of old age, whether they are elderly themselves or helping to care for older relatives and friends.
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Who Cares? Help, articles and advice for the elderly and those who care about them
Friday, February 3rd, 2012
Who Cares? Benefits and Entitlements Advice
Friday, February 3rd, 2012Actually managing to get the benefits and other funding to which they are entitled is a major headache for older people and carers. Who Cares? resident blogger and journalist Sarah Whitebloom has first-hand experience of the problems and pitfalls involved. Here she gives you the lowdown and all the critical contacts.
Diary of a Young Debtor: Transferring my credit card debt
Thursday, February 2nd, 2012If you read my first Diary of a Young Debtor entry, you may be wondering how on earth I am going to pay my rent which is due out this week… because I know I was.
Ask Jo: Which credit and debit cards are best abroad?
Thursday, February 2nd, 2012HM asks: “My boyfriend and I are going to California for an extended trip over Easter. I’m planning to take debit and credit cards to use while we are away but I know the fees could be high. Which are the best cards to use when abroad?”
Facebook unveils plans for biggest ever Internet IPO
Thursday, February 2nd, 2012Facebook has unveiled plans for the biggest ever Internet IPO that could raise as much as $10 billion, but made it clear chief executive Mark Zuckerberg will exercise almost complete control over the company, leaving investors with little say.
Diary of a Young Debtor: Moving back with my parents – Progress?
Wednesday, February 1st, 2012I have decided to try and get out of my tenancy agreement for the flat I have lived in for the past year or so.
Opening up the loft could lower your overheads – Renting out spare space or taking in a lodger boosts household incomes
Wednesday, February 1st, 2012Are you seeking ways to boost your battered income? The answer could be closer to home than you think. There is money to be made by taking in a lodger, or by renting out space on the driveway or in the loft.
Public sector pension reform ‘may not save money’
Tuesday, January 31st, 2012The Government’s controversial public sector pension reforms are unlikely to save money in the long term, according to a report by a leading research group.
