Hello September! It’s been a while since I’ve done an aims post. In fact, I don’t think I’ve done for over a year now. Circumstances change and then it all feels a bit pointless. But, I finally feel like just maybe I’m getting back on track. Don’t get me wrong, there are still multiple hurdles... Read more The post September Aims appeared first on The Frugal Cottage ..read more

The cost of living is still on the rise, even if the rise in the rate of inflation has slowed, and everything seems more expensive every time you turn around! And while the north of the UK tends to be cheaper than the south, with prices peaking in London, even in the newly spruced up... Read more The post 5 Money Saving Ways For Tyre Care appeared first on The Frugal Cottage ..read more

Hello, it’s me.   The longer I put off writing the post, the more difficult it is to put into words how I feel.   I started The Frugal Cottage way back in 2015, with the aim of helping other people with their money. It soon became a joy to write on, plus it was... Read more The post The future of The Frugal Cottage appeared first on The Frugal Cottage ..read more

Car care is an absolute essential if you want to enjoy a peaceful drive with your loved ones and family. Neglected car health is only going to make things worse on the road and you are more prone to an unexpected car breakdown. While taking care of your car might sound intimidating and expensive –... Read more The post 7 Money Saving Ways For Your Winter Car Care Routine appeared first on The Frugal Cottage ..read more

Hello February! I’ll be honest, January did not go to plan. Well, the second part of it didn’t anyway. I tested positive for Covid half way through the month and have been quite poorly since. I am still not recovered and it’s frustratingly slow. However, I am trying to look ahead and hopefully will be... Read more The post February Aims appeared first on The Frugal Cottage ..read more

Hello 2022! I am so ready for a new year. Being totally honest, I have found the past twelve months difficult and have lost a bit of direction in the process. I’m hoping that having the new year reset will help me get this back!  I will set myself a word of the year too... Read more The post 2022 Goals appeared first on The Frugal Cottage ..read more

Hello November! I have been quite poorly for the entire month of October and am finally feeling better. I am hoping that I can get back on track during November. It feels like I have lost a month! November seems such a good month; it’s getting closer to the holidays and it’s getting towards my... Read more The post November Aims appeared first on The Frugal Cottage ..read more

A new dividend income report! Another month is complete so it’s time to update my dividend income tracker and see where we are. September 2021 income is the biggest paying month I’ve had so far this year! in fact, it’s put here as one of my highest paying months on record. December 2019 still holds... Read more The post September 2021 Dividend Income Report appeared first on The Frugal Cottage ..read more

A new dividend income report! Another month is complete so it’s time to update my dividend income tracker and see where we are. August 2021 income is actually slightly less than last year; this is due to one company paying out slightly less. I am trying to not get disheartened by this. Dividend investing is... Read more The post August 2021 Dividend Income Report appeared first on The Frugal Cottage ..read more

Hello September! I feel like September always feels like a good time for a reset. I suppose that comes from being at school, all those years ago. But, August has been such an expensive month that I am hoping to reign it in during September.   In fact, I am doing a No Spend September!... Read more The post September Aims appeared first on The Frugal Cottage ..read more