Get involved in the debate on haggling in charity shops with insights from the Skint Dad community. Is it right? Charity shops are like treasure chests. You never know what you’ll find inside! Some of us (ok, me!) love a good rummage through the racks, hoping to spot a hidden gem at a bargain price.... more The post Is it ok to haggle at a charity shop? Let’s hear from the community appeared first on Skint Dad ..read more

Are there hidden treasures on your bookshelf? Hunt for old books and novels that could be worth a fortune. If you’re anything like me, you walk past your bookshelf at least once a day and don’t pay them much attention. Now, while you might think to have a clear out, (take a look at the... more The post 10 rare books worth an absolute fortune appeared first on Skint Dad ..read more

Whether you need to cover unexpected expenses or save up for something special quickly, here are straightforward ideas to make money fast. Are you in a pinch and need to make money fast? Getting quick cash might sound tricky, but there are some ways you can give it a go. The success and speed may... more The post 11 easy ways to make money fast appeared first on Skint Dad ..read more

See the quirky side of UK taxes with the items that you have to pay VAT on. Find out what’s VAT-taxed and how it impacts your wallet. In the UK, VAT (Value-Added Tax) is a type of tax that’s added to the price of goods and services. The standard rate is usually 20%, but some... more The post 9 everyday items you didn’t know were hit with VAT appeared first on Skint Dad ..read more

Instead of paying someone else, there are loads of different things you can do at home to save cash with the help of YouTube tutorials. Not by choice….but I’ve watched far too many videos of grown people opening boxes of toys! My kids love these videos, watching people play on YouTube! (You know these people... more The post These YouTube tutorials will save you money – fact! appeared first on Skint Dad ..read more

Learn how to protect your kids from online, gaming and real-world scams with essential safety tips so they can stay safe. In an age where the internet is a second home to our kids, scammers are devising more cunning ways to deceive them. Young people need to know about the tricks and traps that scammers... more The post Top 10 scams duping kids and teens in 2024 – is your child at risk? appeared first on Skint Dad ..read more

Learn how to protect your kids from online, gaming and real-world scams with essential safety tips so they can stay safe. In an age where the internet is a second home to our kids, scammers are devising more cunning ways to deceive them. Young people need to know about the tricks and traps that scammers... more The post Top 10 scams duping kids and teens in 2024 – is your child at risk? appeared first on Skint Dad ..read more

Grab Iceland’s offer this Saturday: Swap your usual takeaway for Iceland frozen pizzas, with a 2 for £5 offer, plus get a FREE £15 voucher! It’s time to shake up your Saturday night takeaway tradition and save a chunk of cash while you’re at it. Iceland is dishing out an offer that’s too tasty to... more The post Dump your Dominos! Iceland is giving you £15 for pizza! appeared first on Skint Dad ..read more

Kids can join a free football camp at one of 71 participating EFL Clubs this summer, including Manchester City, Celtic and Hull City! Have a football-mad child? Need something to keep them entertained this summer? Why not book them into a free football day camp at their favourite team’s ground? Free football camp Kellogg’s is... more The post Free football camp at EFL clubs for kids this summer appeared first on Skint Dad ..read more

Applications have opened to join the Aldi Beauty Club. Apply to join their brand new members club to test Lacura products for free. Love your beauty regime, but not sure if you want to switch to Aldi Lacura products? Use them already and just want more for free? Aldi is looking to recruit beauty enthusiasts... more The post Aldi Beauty Club – get free make-up and skin care appeared first on Skint Dad ..read more