8th Nov 2023
We take a look at a new initiative called the National Grid Demand Flexibility Service, where energy companies will give you money back if you use less electricity during peak times. How to register Check with your energy provider and if they’re participating, they’ll let you know about the National Grid’s event days. It’s easy…
7th Nov 2023
Yes, you read that headline correctly, you actually can make money on the toilet. Or anywhere else that you may spend a significant amount of time sat around! If you’re the sort of person who likes to take some reading material into the bathroom with you, then why not try to make money on the…
19th Oct 2023
As part of National Recycling week Boots is upping the reward customers receive for recycling through its ‘Recycle at Boots’ scheme. Throughout October, customers will receive 600 Boots Advantage Card points (worth £6!) when they recycle five empties, from any brand, at any of the 700 drop off points in Boots stores across the UK* when…
10th Oct 2023
Remember the good old days of going to your local video store and foraging through their film posters bargain box for a few new items to stick up on your wall? Well, if you were a particularly conscientious teen and preserved those precious finds, you might just be able to make money from them today….
10th Oct 2023
When MoneyMagpie founder Jasmine Birtles suggested recently that there was work to be made as an Extra in film and TV, she was met by lots of very unbelieving comments. Some outright said, “yeah because that’s a thing” and others asked honestly how this could be done. We have covered this previously on MoneyMagpie here….
10th Oct 2023
Spooky season is finally upon us. With children excited to dress up in their costumes and devour sweets by the bucket load, adults can often be left out of pocket. But don’t fear! Whether you are a fan of the holiday or not, there are plenty of easy ways to make money from Halloween. Here…
3rd Oct 2023
While you may think Lego is only a kids’ toy, it can be much more than that. A growing number of people buy Lego with the hope that its value increases over time. In other words, these people see buying Lego an investment, similar to buying stocks & shares. In this article, we’re going to…
26th Sep 2023
Switching bank account to another provider is something everyone should consider. The benefits can be enormous and it’s actually simple to do. As with any service provider, it pays to always be on the lookout for a better deal. Switching bank accounts is no different. Many of us are happy with our bank account and…
26th Sep 2023
October’s here and that means summer is officially over! Everyone loves to make money and save money all year round, but it’s always nice to save a little extra in the winter months – especially when Christmas is around the corner. Take a look at our 31 money-saving tips and money-making ideas – one for every…
3rd Sep 2023
Whether you like it or not, our looks take up a lot of our time and energy. Rather than see this as a drain on your finances, why not make money from your appearance instead? Don’t worry, you don’t have to have ‘model looks’ to be able to make money from your appearance. Although, modelling…
2nd Sep 2023
Selling photos of yourself can be a great way to make extra money. With mobile phone cameras getting better and better every year, it is no surprise we take more photographs of ourselves than ever. In particular, ‘selfies’, which are self-portrait style photographs taken with a mobile phone, are the most popular mode of taking…
8th Aug 2023
We’ve advertised many dream jobs on here, but this is one we know millions will scramble for as a side hustle: cat-sitting! We actually know quite a few people who do this, and it fits in around their jobs. What’s more, to mark International Cat Day, we’ve rounded-up the best ways to make money from…
