Tim Leonard

Tim Leonard

With over 20 years’ experience in the financial services industry, Tim has spent most of his career working for a financial data firm, where he was Online Editor of the consumer-facing Moneyfacts site, and regularly penned articles for the financial advice publication Investment Life and Pensions Moneyfacts. As a result, he has an excellent knowledge of almost areas of personal finance and, in particular, the retirement, investment, protection, mortgage and savings sectors.

Articles by: Tim Leonard

As the cost of owning a car passes $9,500, here are the vehicles that are cheapest to run

As the cost of owning a car passes $9,500, here are the vehicles that are cheapest to run

By Tim Leonard published

News Rising prices add $279 to the cost of owning a car, but choose your vehicle carefully and savings can be made.

Do wills have to be notarized?

Do wills have to be notarized?

By Tim Leonard published

Feature Having a notarized will is not a must, but a self-proving affidavit can help smooth the path through probate once you're gone.

IRS delays the start of tax season 2021 until February 12

IRS delays the start of tax season 2021 until February 12

By Tim Leonard published

News Stimulus payment preparations see tax season 2021 pushed back as taxpayers are urged to file electronically.

Biden outlines third stimulus check plans, including $1,400 payments

Biden outlines third stimulus check plans, including $1,400 payments

By Tim Leonard published

News The President-elect wants the third stimulus check to pay much more than before and proposes further unemployment and housing help too.

Only 4 in 10 Americans could pay a $1,000 bill without borrowing - could you?

Only 4 in 10 Americans could pay a $1,000 bill without borrowing - could you?

By Tim Leonard last updated

News With just 39% of Americans confident they could comfortably cover an unexpected four-figure expense, here's how you should prepare for unexpected bills.

Owning a home is cheaper than renting in two thirds of the US, but should you buy in 2021?

Owning a home is cheaper than renting in two thirds of the US, but should you buy in 2021?

By Tim Leonard published

News Record low mortgage rates make it cheaper to own a home than rent in 63% of US counties, giving hope to home buyers in 2021.

This epic eyeglasses discount saves you 60% on frames at GlassesUSA

This epic eyeglasses discount saves you 60% on frames at GlassesUSA

By Tim Leonard last updated

Deal Make use of these GlassesUSA discounts and get 60% off eyeglasses and 25% off contact lenses right now.

Best emergency food storage companies 2022

Best emergency food storage companies 2024

By Angie Parkinson, Tim Leonard last updated

The best emergency food storage companies provide long shelf life food and fresh produce to your door, making them ideal if you don't want to venture outside

Stimulus Check 2 payments have started - how and when will you get your check?

Stimulus Check 2 payments have started - how and when will you get your check?

By Tim Leonard published

News As the second round of $600 direct payments roll out, here's everything you need to know about Stimulus Check 2.

Are mortgage points worth it?

Are mortgage points worth it?

By Tim Leonard last updated

How To Buying mortgage points can be tempting when you're arranging a mortgage loan, but how do you know when are they worth it?

Stimulus check 2 could start next week - here’s what you need to know

Stimulus check 2 could start next week - here’s what you need to know

By Tim Leonard published

News A second round of direct payments has finally passed Congress, with the $600 stimulus check 2 potentially starting roll-out in a matter of days.

Garmin Drive 52 & Traffic review

Garmin Drive 52 & Traffic review

By Tim Leonard last updated

Review The Garmin Drive 52 & Traffic is the straightforward car GPS that requires no directions to use.

AROVA GPS Navigation

AROVA GPS Navigation review

By Tim Leonard last updated

Review AROVA GPS Navigation will get you where you need to go without breaking the bank.

TomTom Go 620

TomTom GO 620 Review

By Tim Leonard, Suzanne Humphries last updated

Review The TomTom GO 620 offers a heap of car navigation features and will take note of how you like to drive too.

Amtifo FHD Backup System

Amtifo FHD Backup System review

By Tim Leonard published

Review The Amtifo FHD Backup System is our top backup camera choice for campers, RVs and longer vehicles.

Esky Reversing Backup Camera

Esky Reversing Backup Camera review

By Tim Leonard last updated

Review The Esky Reversing Backup Camera delivers all the backup camera basics at a super budget price.

QuickVu Digital Wireless Backup Camera

QuickVu Digital Wireless review

By Tim Leonard published

Review The QuickVu Digital Wireless takes away the stress of backup camera installation.

Auto Vox V5 Pro

Auto-Vox V5 Pro review

By Tim Leonard last updated

Review The Auto-Vox V5 Pro is an outstanding backup camera and dash cam all in one.

Yada Digital Wireless Backup Camera

Yada Digital Wireless Backup Camera review

By Tim Leonard last updated

Review The Yada Digital Wireless Backup Camera is the best at keeping a close eye behind when backing up your car.

Stimulus check 2 likely on hold until 2021 - here’s all you need to know

Stimulus check 2 likely on hold until 2021 - here’s all you need to know

By Tim Leonard published

News Approval for a stimulus check 2, the second round of direct payments, will probably now have to wait until President-elect Biden is inaugurated in January next year.

Credit card debt falls for first time in 8 years - here’s how to keep your debt in check

Credit card debt falls for first time in 8 years - here’s how to keep your debt in check

By Tim Leonard published

News Surprise findings show Americans reduced their credit card debt by $879 in 2020. Here's why, and how you can better manage your debt too.

How to shop Black Friday while keeping your spending under control

How to shop Black Friday while keeping your spending under control

By Tim Leonard published

How to If Black Friday can tempt you into spending money that you don't have, here's how to make the most of the Holiday sales without getting yourself into debt.

How to get cell phone finance

How to get cell phone finance

By Tim Leonard published

How To If you're hoping to buy a new phone this Black Friday, but not sure how it's best to pay, finding out how to get cell phone finance is a must.

How to get a refrigerator on finance

How to get a refrigerator on finance

By Tim Leonard published

How To If you’ve earmarked Black Friday to buy a refrigerator but don't have the money to pay right now, refrigerator finance could provide the solution that you need.

Mortgage rates jump on COVID-19 vaccine hope - here’s why you need to refinance now

Mortgage rates jump on COVID-19 vaccine hope - here’s why you need to refinance now

By Tim Leonard published

News Homeowners are urged to refinance quickly as optimism over the economy pushes mortgage rates higher.