Tools

Budgeting and money tools

Use these calculators to work out where you can make savings and how long it will take you to repay your debts.

Help for landlords in Northern Ireland

It's important that you keep up to date with changes in housing legislation, policy and practice to make sure that you are operating within the law. You may wish to consider taking part in an accredited training programme or joining a professional body. This type of training and support could help you deal with any problems that arise with your tenants and help you manage your properties effectively.

Debt test

This test from the Money Advice Service will help you better understand your debts and work out how to get your finances back on track.

Write a letter

These templates can help you figure out how to write a letter about your housing problem. You'll need to save the templates to your desktop before you can use them. You should then open them with Adobe Reader XI.

Adapting your home for someone with a disability

Jargon Buster

Letters about your housing problems can be confusing. This list explains some of the more complicated terms that might be in your letters in simple language.

Please let us know if there are any other terms you'd like us to include on this page.

Pension planner

Find out how much money you'll have when you retire using this calculator from the Money Advice Service

Budgeting skills

There are a few key steps you need to take to deal with your debts effectively. A charity that provides debt advice can often help you with this.

Financial help for landlords

If you're planning on making certain improvements to your property, you may qualify for financial assistance. You'll also be entitled to certain tax allowances.

Write a letter

These templates can help you figure out how to write a letter about your housing problem. You'll need to save the templates to your desktop before you can use them. You should then open them with Adobe Reader XI.

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