For more details, please consult the latest information provided by Royal Mail's International Incident Bulletin. Barrett also looks at the psychology behind money issues such as “why we feel we have to keep up with the Joneses” and why get-rich-quick schemes are so compelling.

I was expecting some detailed advice/guidance in how to best manage money but instead got limited, basic advice on credit cards, using ‘round-up’ saving tools and listening about how others’ poor financial decisions had impacted their lives - there seemed very little for someone who at least had a basic understanding on how to make their money work for them.

A short and indispensable whistle-stop tour through the most efficient financial habits that will get you on your way to financial freedom. A short and indispensable whistle-stop tour through the most efficient habits that unlock financial independence from beloved money-agony-aunt Claer Barrett.

I want to be able to pinpoint why my spending habits, though short and few, are still leaving me with little money between each paycheck. Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item. She presents the FT Money Clinic podcast, and covered business and finance news on Eddie Mair’s LBC drivetime show, making complex market issues relevant and accessible. Hotjar sets this cookie to know whether a user is included in the data sampling defined by the site's daily session limit.The author uses a very simple and straight-forward language (like as if she would meet you in the Pub over a couple of beers, as per her own words) to explain topics and concepts surrounding the broad spectrum of money and finance which are usually not taught in school.

Prior to joining the Financial Times, Claer was the property correspondent for Investors Chronicle until she became managing editor of weekly industry magazine, Property Week. The storage may be used for marketing, analytics, and personalization of the site, such as storing your preferences.This definitely cured my incredibly huge anxiety and avoidance to open an online banking app and it felt good to find out that I wasn't the only one who used to put my head into the sand when it came to dealing with money. However, the rising cost of living means work travel is expensive and the idea of savings is a fleeting dream. Barrett fearlessly tackles pervasive money myths and empowers readers to take control of their financial lives. I treat myself to a deep tissue massage every two weeks as I spend so much time hunched over a keyboard, but I pay for five upfront and save 10%. It’s funny, it’s wise, it’s kind – and we’ve never needed it more,” praises Tim Harford, OBE, renowned economist and author.

Especially England and Wales (tax laws/ student loan rules/ pensions in other countries might vary). Finally, a practical guide to understanding your finances in a clear, concise, and straightforward way. But frankly, this was trivial compared to the hardship millions are enduring in the cost of living crisis. I'll be revealing the answers with Bobby Seagull at the London launch of my book What They Don't Teach You About Money - grab your ticket here! There are so many different definitions, all of them according to the person saying it and or believing it.

FT columnist and personal finance expert Claer Barrett offers some practical money-saving advice to help you cope with the cost of living crisis. In lighter moments, she also looks at some of the more unusual requests for investment advice she’s received from FT readers. Felt like I've always been a bit in the dark about it all and now I've got a better understanding, enough to make my own money choices with confidence. Two of the most popular Qs ahead of next week’s Money Clinic mortgage special podcast, there’s still time to post yours below!