September 27, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Sons Hair Loss Treatment – Does It Work in the UK?

Last updated: 24 March 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

If you're looking for an honest Sons hair loss review, you're in the right place. Sons is one of the most talked-about men's hair loss subscription services in the UK, promising clinically backed treatments delivered discreetly to your door. But does it actually deliver? We've dug into the plans, the science, the pricing, and the real customer feedback to give you our straight-up opinion.

This is an opinion piece. Views expressed are the author's own and do not constitute professional advice.

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Cool Factor: 4/5

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September 21, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Taxfix Review UK: Is It Worth It for Self Assessment?

Last updated: 9 June 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

This is an opinion piece. Views expressed are the author's own and do not constitute professional advice.

This article contains affiliate and referral links, which are paid links. If you click one and buy or sign up, I earn a commission or referral bonus at no extra cost to you. Brands don't choose what I feature or what I say about them.

If you are looking for an honest Taxfix review UK, you are in the right place. Taxfix (formerly TaxScouts) is an online tax service that pairs you with an accredited accountant to file your Self Assessment. No HMRC rabbit holes and no trips to an office. You answer a handful of questions, upload your documents and let someone qualified handle the rest.

We have used the service ourselves and followed its evolution from TaxScouts to Taxfix. Below is our full verdict, including what works, what could be better and whether the price is justified.

Cool Factor: 4/5

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September 11, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

SMARTY Review UK: Is It Worth Switching in 2026?

Last updated: 10 June 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

This is an opinion piece. Views expressed are the author's own and do not constitute professional advice.

This article contains affiliate and referral links, which are paid links. If you click one and buy or sign up, I earn a commission or referral bonus at no extra cost to you. Brands don't choose what I feature or what I say about them.

Cool Factor: 4/5

If you have been hunting for a cheap, flexible SIM-only deal in the UK, chances are SMARTY has popped up on your radar. In this SMARTY review we put the network through its paces, covering plans, pricing, coverage, the referral scheme and everything in between, to help you decide whether it is genuinely worth the switch in 2026.

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Both you and your friend can earn up to £20 each, and the current refer-a-friend terms are kept up to date on our referral page.

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September 8, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Phox Water Filter Review UK: Six Months With the Eco Brita Alternative

Last updated: 30 March 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

This is an opinion piece. Views expressed are the author's own and do not constitute professional advice.

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Cool Factor: 4/5

This Phox water filter review is based on six months of daily use in London, one of the hardest-water areas in the UK. Spoiler: the kettle has never looked better. Phox is a Glasgow-based company that makes the world's first refillable water filter cartridge, and after half a year of testing the Clean blend we're ready to give you the full, honest verdict on taste, cost, eco credentials and whether it's genuinely worth ditching Brita for good.

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June 14, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Robinhood $50K Referral Offer: Has It Ended? (Latest Update)

Last updated: 9 June 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

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Capital at risk. The value of investments can go down as well as up and you may get back less than you invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

The Robinhood referral offer that gave new users a slice of a $50,000 prize pool has now ended. The promotion ran from November to December 2025 and is no longer available. If you landed here hoping to claim it, don't worry. Robinhood UK still runs referral deals and seasonal promotions, and we keep track of the latest on our dedicated Robinhood guide page.

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June 4, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Stock Events App Review: A Portfolio Tracker Worth Your Time?

Last updated: 9 June 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

This is an opinion piece. Views expressed are the author's own and do not constitute professional advice. CoolCuration is not authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority.

This article contains affiliate and referral links, which are paid links. If you click one and buy or sign up, I earn a commission or referral bonus at no extra cost to you. Brands don't choose what I feature or what I say about them.

Capital at risk. The value of investments can go down as well as up and you may get back less than you invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

This Stock Events app review covers everything we like (and a few things we do not) about one of the highest-rated portfolio trackers on both app stores. Stock Events promises a clean, ad-free way to monitor your stocks, dividends, earnings, and more from a single screen. After spending time with it, here is our honest take on whether it delivers.

Cool Factor: 4/5

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May 5, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Get £20 Free with Our Onestream Referral Code

Last updated: 9 June 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

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If you’re after reliable broadband without the sky-high price tag, this one’s for you. Use our Onestream referral code UK when signing up and you could get a £20 account credit just for switching your broadband provider. Whether you’re moving house, fed up with slow speeds, or just want to save a few quid, Onestream is well worth a look.

👉 Check the current Onestream referral offer here

The £20 credit and prices below were correct as of May 2025 and may have changed. Always check the current offer terms on our Onestream page before signing up.

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March 20, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

ISA Allowance Deadline: Use Your £20,000 Before April 5th

Last updated: 22 August 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

This post covered the 2025/26 ISA allowance deadline of 5 April 2026, which has now passed. The information below applied to that tax year.

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CoolCuration is not authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Investing involves risk and you can lose money. Tax rules can change and their effects vary based on individual circumstances. Always do your own research or speak to a qualified financial adviser before making decisions about your money.

Capital at risk. The value of investments can go down as well as up and you may get back less than you invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

The ISA allowance deadline falls on 5 April every year, and once it passes, any unused portion of your £20,000 tax-free allowance is gone for good. Whether you are looking at a Stocks and Shares ISA, a Cash ISA, or a personal pension, the clock is ticking on the 2025/26 tax year.

This year, there are extra reasons to pay attention. Dividend tax rates are rising from 6 April 2026, and the Cash ISA allowance is being cut from 2027. Here is how to make the most of your allowance before the reset.

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January 1, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

How to Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster (UK): 7 Moves That Save Thousands

Last updated: 13 October 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

This is the strategy I follow myself. I've been overpaying my mortgage since October 2021, with Nationwide and now Halifax, using a combination of Sprive's auto-save feature and tracking the impact over time. This is based on that real use.

If you want to pay off your mortgage faster in the UK, you don't need extreme budgeting or a "one weird trick". You need a clear plan that focuses on the biggest levers: interest rate, consistency, and avoiding fees. This page is the master strategy guide. It shows you what to do, in what order, and what to check so you don't accidentally trigger Early Repayment Charges.

Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.

This article contains affiliate and referral links, which are paid links. If you click one and buy or sign up, I earn a commission or referral bonus at no extra cost to you. Brands don't choose what I feature or what I say about them. This is information, not financial advice, and CoolCuration is not authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority.

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