Personal Finance for the Over 50s

It is always welcome news when a government carries through on one of its election pledges – especially one that is likely to affect millions of ordinary people.

Are you like I used to be and putting off switching your energy to a better deal thinking it is too much hassle, and you’ve not got enough time? You could be surprised – it’s easier than you think 

UK Energy the trade association for the energy industry has reported that over three million people have now switched energy supplier, that's up 14% on last year.

For anyone much over the age of say 40-45, the idea of constantly changing energy suppliers still seems strange. Many of us can remember when the energy suppliers were nationalised and market choice was limited to non-existent

The key to finding the best deals, whether buying your energy or any other goods or services, is to make a careful comparison of the prices

We make comparing the best energy deals simple and straight forward: see our energy saving tips

Shopping around for the best energy deal will save you money, but can you really be bothered

Switching energy supplier has never been easier, whilst competition between the energy suppliers has never been greater.

The big 6 energy suppliers have reduced their prices: now is a good time to compare dual fuel prices

Our advice is that you should shop around every 6 months to see if you can save money by switching energy supplier