A financial plan isn’t just a monthly budget. It’s a roadmap to financial freedom, confidence and security.

From how to choose a financial advisor to understanding common financial terms, our financial planning blog will help you move towards your financial goals.

Please remember that this blog is not financial advice. To receive advice using Moneycube, click here to contact us.

Your personal budget: the 50/20/30 rule

One part of a decent financial plan is a regular budget for your monthly income and spending.  Most of us need some simple rules of thumb to get into good habits and start growing our wealth.  That’s where the 50/20/30 rule comes in.  Originally set out in a book by Harvard scholar and US Senator … Continued

How to save for a house deposit

With rising prices and Central Bank lending rules, getting a deposit together takes some smart thinking right now.  Here’s our handy guide to help you. Set a realistic goal You’ll be a better saver when you’re motivated by the idea of your future house or flat.  How much is it likely to cost?  Once you … Continued

Where should you put your savings in 2017?

Nationwide UK closed its only Irish branch, on Merrion Street in Dublin yesterday.  The entire operation is scheduled for closure later this year. It’s another nail in the coffin for savers trying to make a few bob on the money they have put away. The bottom line is it’s now next to impossible to earn a half-decent return on … Continued

Introducing the Moneycube inflation eater

At Moneycube we believe more people should think about investing their savings. One big reason for that is that it is almost impossible now to make any money by leaving it on deposit in the bank. And with inflation on the rise again, that means your bank accounts are worth a little less each month. So we’re … Continued