Paul Thomas, Author at Mouthy Money

Twelve great christmas gift ideas for older people (that aren’t socks!)

Nick Daws suggests 12 thoughtful Christmas gifts for older people, ranging from tech gadgets to…

Should I consider a 30-year mortgage?

Mouthy Money Your Questions Answered panellist, Mark Harris, answers a reader’s question on the pros…

How to have a frugal family Christmas

Shoestring Jane shares tips for a frugal family Christmas, emphasising budgeting, creative gifts, traditions, and…

The true cost of travelling – before you even leave

Sophie King outlines the pre-travel expenses for her long-term Australian adventure including visa, flights, vaccinations,…

Money word of the week – helping understand key financial phrases and ideas

Welcome to Mouth Money’s Word of the Week, a weekly dive into essential personal financial…

Tech is changing the personal finance narrative for young people

Sophie King explores how technology empowers youth to manage finances, with 83% of young people…

Is Gen Z taking retirement saving seriously enough? Just 15% claim to have a workplace pension

MRM and Mouthy Money’s Young Money Report finds only 15% of 18-30-year-olds have workplace pensions,…

How much is too much faith in a finfluencer?

Mouthy Money editor Edmund Greaves explores the findings of the latest Young Money report, with…

Free Cadbury’s chocolate secret Santa gifts for your loved ones

Getting Christmas presents for people can be quite awkward, especially when the response to ‘what…

Paul Thomas

Co-editor

Paul Thomas is a former national newspaper journalist and magazine editor. Used to look like that guy Jamie from Coronation Street; then I got heavy.

Why savings rates should be double what they are

Think you’re getting a decent rate on your savings? Think again British savers should be…

Mortgage rates are falling, but is now the right time to fix your home loan?

If you’re one of the 1.8 million borrowers whose fixed rate mortgage is up for…

Deal of the week: enjoy up to £20 off with an Ocado discount on your first purchase

With the cost of living soaring, it’s important to make savings where you can –…

LISTEN: Breaking down the myths about investing

Mouthy Money co-editor Paul Thomas sits down with digital investing platform EQi to tackle the…

How a single glance from a golden retriever puppy cost me £13,000

Mouthy Money co-editor Paul Thomas reveals the true cost of owning a dog. A few…

The hidden costs of buying your first home

Buying your first home is one of the most exciting times of your life, but…