It always happens when you least expect it – your car breaks down. And it’s usually at a time you’re dead broke, leaving you to figure out how to pay for car repairs with no money.
The good news is, it’s not a hopeless cause. There are lots of ways to come up with repair money, many of which could put needed cash into your hands today.
Before you panic, let’s look at 8 tips on how to pay for car repairs when you don’t have any money.
1. Use a Credit Card
Having a credit card is an easy way to pay for car repairs when you don’t have an emergency fund to...
Running out of cash before your next payday might have happened to you. You’re not alone; one out of three people deplete their cash reserves before the month ends .
Why does this happen? Failing to budget and track your expenditures can cause you to overspend. Your income might not sufficiently cover all your financial obligations.
The question to ask is how to raise cash for emergencies before your next payday, some short-term lenders offer payday loans. Today, we’re taking a position against all manner of payday loans, and you’ll see the solid reasons behind our stance...
The Family Law Company is organising a quiz night at the stunning Exeter Historic Guildhall in the High Street on Thursday September 12. Teams of four are invited to sign up for the fundraiser in aid of Citizens Advice Exeter as part of its 80th anniversary celebrations.
The cost per team is £30 which includes soft drinks and nibbles. To register your team please email jemma.breban@thefamilylawco.com or call 01392 421777.
Citizens Advice aims to provide the advice people need for the problems they face and improve the policies and practices that affect people’s lives....
A local disabled veteran from Exeter has raised £2,800 for SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity through a swimming challenge at the Mercure Hotel in Exeter.
Tony Cox served in the Royal Army Ordnance Corps for 5 years, but after leaving the service he suffered from complex health and mobility issues that took their toll on both his work and personal life.
On Friday 26th July, Tony completed a swim of 500 lengths, a total distance of 7.5 kilometres, for SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity.
Tony has raised has an amazing £2,800 for SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity. If you would...
Two pioneering new safety initiatives have been introduced at the Grand Western Canal Country Park to make the towpath safer for everyone.
A three-mile long ‘Horse-drawn Barge Operating Zone’ is now indicated by new signs at either end, with smaller versions of the sign located at access points between.
These A2-sized signs have been developed in response to several near misses under some of the bridges in recent years, when towpath users have acted dangerously around the horse that pulls the barge. The signs highlight the safe behaviour requested of towpath users in this...
Seaside strolls. Stunning views. Backstreet, hidden gems. Fresh-tasting, quality beer. Those after exploration this summer, need look no further than the Heavitree Ale Trail.
The route now forms part of the country’s most popular beer journey – the World’s Biggest Ale Trail. Devon pub company Heavitree have created the adventure for local people to educate their taste buds at the same time as having fun discovering new places.
“This is an ideal way of exploring city, town and countryside, all while enjoying some of the region’s finest beers,” says trade director of...
Exeter Racecourse gallops back into action on Thursday, October 10 with the return of jump racing which coincides with 250 years of racing on the Devon track.
Unrivalled for its sense of camaraderie during the autumn and winter months, there’s nothing to beat racing on Haldon Hill, whether you’re new to the sport, attending on your own, or enjoying a day out with colleagues.
Brave jockey, ebullient trainers, hopeful owners, and hundreds racegoers will ensure an electric atmosphere as all eyes turn to the beloved horses who will be spring heeled, eager and gleaming as they...
Following an extensive refurbishment earlier this year, Jurys Inn Exeter took the opportunity to give back and donated used bedroom furniture to the British Heart Foundation. The furniture donations have raised an incredible £10,320 to help support the charity and fund vital heart research.
The stylish makeover began earlier this year to celebrate the hotel’s tenth anniversary, and visitors can now see the fantastic results when staying in one of the hotels’ 170 rooms. All the bedrooms have now been refurbished using radiant pastel tones, and feature the DREAM bed by Jurys Inn,...
Brain Tumour Support, a charity that runs a monthly Support Group in Exeter, is asking for local groups, companies and communities to get involved with “Sparkle up your day” – a fundraising day that involves people bringing a bit of sparkle into their day and donating to Brain Tumour Support.
“Whether it’s edible glitter on some cupcakes, wearing something sparkly to work or sticking glitter in your beard, we want everyone to get involved, get together, and donate,” says Tina Mitchell Skinner, who set up the charity 16 years ago after losing her husband to a brain tumour. “Demand...
Visit South Devon, a Community Interest Company promoting the South Hams, Teignbridge and East and Mid Devon area, has announced a Sustainability Pledge as it furthers its commitment as an ambassador for sustainability in the area.
The CIC is dedicated to championing good sustainable tourism practices across the South Devon region and in helping to support the region’s tourism businesses in making changes to reduce climate change.
As part of the Sustainability Pledge, Visit South Devon will join the Green Tourism Scheme and will aim to work towards achieving a Silver status...
