Alain Guillot

Life, Leadership, and Money Matters

Category: Personal Finance

  • 5 Practical Vehicle Modifications To Consider

    5 Practical Vehicle Modifications To Consider

    When many of us think of vehicle modifications, we tend to think of spoilers and racing stripes. But not all vehicle mods are purely for speed and aesthetics.  Some can actually be quite practical by helping to improve capacity, security or safety of your vehicle. Below are 5 examples that could be worth considering for…

  • 3 Financial Principles That Always Apply, Regardless Of Circumstances

    3 Financial Principles That Always Apply, Regardless Of Circumstances

    Much is said about the current state of the economy, and yes, it’s true that since the 2008 crash, many people have been struggling. For example, wage growth in the UK has barely risen at all in the time since then, meaning that a 30k starting salary for any job is still considered good, much…

  • Comfortably Employed? Why You Should Still Have An Out-Of-Work Plan Ready To Go

    Comfortably Employed? Why You Should Still Have An Out-Of-Work Plan Ready To Go

    Being comfortably employed is an amazing thing. Above all, you’re not worried about your job! You get on well with your co-workers, your boss has never had a bad thing to say, and you’re paying the bills month after month.  But there’s every chance that even the most comfortably employed person could soon lose it…

  • 12 Tips for Transforming the Spare Room Into a Nursery

    12 Tips for Transforming the Spare Room Into a Nursery

    If you have a baby on the way, or he or she has already arrived, but you haven’t quite gotten around to giving them a space of their own, then the spare room is probably in need of a bit of a transformation once, you’ve removed the laundry and all of your old hobby gear…

  • How to Budget for Unexpected Driving Expenses Without Stress

    How to Budget for Unexpected Driving Expenses Without Stress

    Owning and driving a car comes with plenty of predictable costs, but it’s often the unplanned expenses that cause the most frustration. From sudden repairs to unexpected fines, these surprises can disrupt even the most carefully planned budget if there’s no strategy in place. By setting aside funds and preparing for potential issues ahead of…

  • How to Handle Unexpected Expenses Without Losing Control of Your Finances

    How to Handle Unexpected Expenses Without Losing Control of Your Finances

    Even the best budget can’t prepare you for every little situation that life throws at you. You can end up with sudden costs at any time, and most of the time, they arrive when you don’t need them.  A burst pipe, car repairs, or medical bills can quickly put pressure on your finances, and if…