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Posted by Virtual Granny on June 20, 2011 · Leave a Comment
Three out of four people who get another job have to take a pay cut. But half of redundant over-50s haven’t got another job yet and those that have are the most likely to have taken a pay cut in order to have won the post, research from Key Retirement Solutions shows.
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Posted by Virtual Granny on April 5, 2011 · Leave a Comment
Virtualgranny’s Consumer Expert Rosalind Kent is back again with more fantastic advice – this time about how to shop safely online.
Wise words, so pass them on to your grandchildren too as Rosalind has hints on avoiding scams, tips on protecting your purchases and guidance on how to get your money back if you feel your purchase hasn’t been up to standard.
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Posted by Virtual Granny on March 18, 2011 · Leave a Comment
Virtualgranny’s very own consumer expert, Rosalind Kent, will lead a whole series of video slots on the subjects of retail and consumer affairs and we are thrilled to announce that the first video programme is now up and running and it’s on the subject of scamming.
You can find it below this article and also In the TV section of virtualgranny.
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Filed under Retail & Consumer Issues · Tagged with bank scams, consumer expert, email scams, grandchildren, mobile phone scams, postal scams, Rosalind Kent, scam awareness, scamming, text message scams, utilities scams, video slots, virtualgranny
Posted by Virtual Granny on March 17, 2011 · Leave a Comment
Virtualgranny’s very own consumer expert, Rosalind Kent, will lead a whole series of video slots on the subjects of retail and consumer affairs and we are thrilled to announce that the first video programme is now up and running and it’s on the subject of scamming.
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Filed under Retail & Consumer Issues · Tagged with email alert bank scam, grandchildren, mobile phone scams, olympic tickets, postal scams, Rosalind Kent, scam, scamming, ticket scam, utility scam, virtualgranny
Posted by Virtual Granny on March 4, 2011 · Leave a Comment
Stop! Come right back. Don’t go running away at the mention of long term care. Yes we are well aware that despite you being a granny or granddad you are no-where near over the hill yet.
Indeed the vast majority of our virtualgranny visitors are still caring for grandchildren, grown up kids and elderly parents and their own long term care seems a very long way off in the future.
But it’s never too early to make plans and also brush up on the latest info that may affect relatives who do need to access care right now.
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Filed under Finance · Tagged with Chris Bartlett, financial advice, financial advisors, grandad, grandchildren, granny, long term care, New Model Advisor, Pearson Jones, stroke, virtualgranny
Posted by Virtual Granny on February 21, 2011 · Leave a Comment
No don’t turn your head away now! If you haven’t got your finances in order at the moment then now is the time to face up to the future and make any money you do have, really work for you.
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Posted by Virtual Granny on February 21, 2011 · Leave a Comment
Pet health insurance is gaining popularity because of the drastic changes it has gone through in the past years. One of those changes is the cost of the policies. Right now pet policies are very affordable and very competitive plus the fact that the coverage of the policies is becoming more and more comprehensive. More pet owners are opting to insure their pets. Here are 10 things you need to know before purchasing pet health insurance.
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Posted by Virtual Granny on February 7, 2011 · Leave a Comment
We have all experienced that unexpected knock on the door, and felt a little trepidation when going to answer it. More often than not it is a genuine salesman, a forgotten delivery, someone to read the meter or another legitimate caller. At most it is usually just a minor irritation to rebuff a vigorous sales pitch for double glazing, but occasionally it can be something a little less harmless. It is important to know how to recognise the signs, how to protect yourself, and who you can approach for help.
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Filed under Retail & Consumer Issues · Tagged with Age Concern, bogus callers, citizens advice bureau, distraction burglars, double glazing, older people, protect yourself, reputable trader, rogue traders, Trading Standards, victims of crime, virtualgranny
Posted by Virtual Granny on January 28, 2011 · Leave a Comment
With the long cold winter we are currently experiencing, and with even colder winters being predicted over the next few years, staying warm will be at the forefront of many people’s minds. But with a corresponding increase in fuel costs many, especially those on tight budgets, may struggle to keep warm.
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Posted by Virtual Granny on January 25, 2011 · Leave a Comment
Learn how you can avoid credit card fraud and protect yourself against identity theft.
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