The “Start here” post
What’s money stuff got to do with teaching? Nothing. But here’s how to not let ELT leave you in poverty. A collection of my most useful blog posts.
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Moving abroad? Here’s how ELT teachers can prepare financially
Visa and ELT job? Check. Guide book? Check.All packed? But are you financially prepared for moving abroad? Here’s what to think about before you set off for your new ELT job abroad.
Retirement income: How to work out how much you’ll need
Planning for retirement in ELT is a bit of a novel concept in itself as no-one mentions it much. So thinking about actual numbers for an ideal retirement income can seem a bit farfetched. Here’s how to work it out.
How I benefitted from working with a financial coach
As an investing coach, why would I hire a financial coach for myself? Here are the two big benefits I got out of it.
Personal finance in ELT: How to learn what to do with money
Time to start improving your finances? Here are the pros and cons of the main ways of learning about personal finance and money in ELT.
6 ways to stop worrying about money
I meet people in ELT all the time who are absolutely paralysed by worry about money. The industry is largely to blame but, even so, there are practical things we can do to stop worrying about money.
How to increase your pension in ELT
If you’re worried you aren’t going to receive a high enough pension, here are some steps you can take to increase your pension in ELT.
How to get more money from your UK summer job
UK summer jobs are legally required to enrol you in a pension scheme. Here’s what you need to know to get some extra money out of your summer school job.
Should you make up National Insurance contributions?
Should you make up national insurance contributions from abroad? Short answer, “probably yes” but why and how?