Where to get financial advice, who to ask for help
Deciding what to do with your money can be difficult, especially when it comes to choosing between saving or investing.
Understanding your options as well as your priorities is most important thing you can do to make sure you're making good financial decisions.
Where to get financial advice
When it comes to deciding what to do with your money, it's a good idea to start by speaking with your parents, guardians or other adults you trust. They'll have years of experience managing their money, so they'll be able to give you good insight on what has worked well for them.
If you'd like to get some more financial advice from trusted sources, there are a few free financial advice services that can be helpful.
Money Helper
Money Helper is a government-backed service that provides free, confidential financial advice for anyone who needs it in the UK.
You can talk to them on an internet chat, on WhatsApp, or on a telephone call.
Citizens Advice
Citizens Advice focuses on more than just money, but it also provides free, confidential financial advice.
It’s made up of hundreds of independent charities around the UK. You can search the network to find your local branch and to get in touch for free advice.
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