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Rebecca Goodman

Rebecca is an award-winning financial journalist with over a decade of experience writing for print and online media. Her mission is to take the jargon out of personal finance and to help everyone manage their money and make it work harder for them.

Driven by the desire to help people understand how their money works, Rebecca’s aim through her work is to make financial products accessible to everyone.

Rebecca lives in Cambridgeshire with her husband and two young daughters and away from her personal finance work, she has also set up her own baking business, Hackney Kitchen, sending brownies in the post.

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Rebecca's Experience

Rebecca has been writing and providing expertise on personal finance and consumer insurance, including car insurance, for MoneySuperMarket since 2022 in her role as a freelance writer.

Starting her career at Moneywise magazine in 2012, Rebecca has worked as a reporter before moving on to be a staff writer at Love Money, MoneySavingExpert.com and ThisisMoney.

In 2017, Rebecca won 'Insurance Journalist of the Year' at the Headline Money Awards.

Rebecca also regularly contributes personal finance articles to several national newspapers including The Independent, The Mail on Sunday, The Sun and The Guardian, alongside a number of other publications including Yourmoney.com and The Money Edit.

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Your first credit card

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What is a GHIC card

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News & Guides
  • What are the penalties for driving without insurance? There are serious consequences for driving without car insurance, and it’s never a risk worth taking. Not only is it against the law, but it also puts yourself and others on the road at risk. Here we look at what could happen if you drive without insurance.  
  • The rules of using your car light
  • Business health insurance Small business health insurance plans are a popular perk for employees and can improve the health and wellbeing of a company, along with lowering the number of sick days taken. Here we look at everything you need to know about how business health plans work.
  • Life insurance for stay-at-home parentsLife insurance is important not just for parents who go out to work, but also for stay-at-home mums and dads. It provides a financial lifeline if a parent were to die unexpectedly and the payout from a life insurance policy can go towards a family’s everyday costs, from housing payments to childcare bills. 
  • Annual vs single trip travel insurance
  • Travel insurance for the Philippines If you’re looking for paradise, you can’t go wrong with the islands of the Philippines, and you’ll have 7,641 to choose from along with the vibrant capital city Manilla. Millions of tourists visit this diverse and enchanting archipelago every year and it’s easy to see why. If you’re planning to visit, here we look at the insurance you need to cover your trip. 
  • Travel insurance for Switzerland Switzerland is famous for many things including its impressive mountain ranges, lakes, historic cities, and chocolate. It’s also a favourite spot for British tourists who want to go skiing and snowboarding with many famous resorts including St Moritz and Verbier. Whatever your reasons for visiting this enchanting European country, it’s important to have insurance sorted if you want to cover your trip.
  • Travel insurance for South AmericaThe opportunities are endless when travelling to South America, from vibrant cities to tropical rainforests with plenty of ancient ruins and sandy beaches along the way. South America travel insurance is vital if you want to protect yourself while you’re away, from potential medical costs, and your belongings from damage, theft or loss. 
  • How much do driving lessons cost?Driving lessons are one of the biggest expenses to get on the road. In this guide, we'll outline how much you can expect to pay for lessons and explain some of the other big expenses you may need to budget for.
  • Complete guide to renewing a UK passportIf you’ve got a summer holiday booked, or you need to leave the country for a weekend break or a work trip, it’s time to check your passport is up to date. In this guide we tell you everything you need to know about renewing a UK passport including how long it takes, how much it will cost, and when you need to apply.
  • Agreed value car insurance policiesIf you have a classic or modified car, or just one that doesn’t fit into the typical car insurance mould, an agreed value car insurance policy could be an option for you, our guide explains how this cover works and when you might need it. 
  • How much does car insurance cost?Car insurance costs are rising so it’s more important than ever to shop around when you get a new policy. Our guide shows you why costs are going up, how much average car insurance costs are, and how to drive down the cost of cover.
  • Acts of God and home insuranceActs of God are natural disasters, such as floods, hurricanes or volcanoes, but what do they mean when it comes to your home insurance?
  • Do I need home insurance if I’m renting?Tenants don’t legally need to take out home insurance, but it can protect all the things they own from damage, loss, or if they’re stolen. It covers their contents, as tenants don’t need to take out insurance to protect their property, and it can cover the costs of replacing or repairing their items if something goes wrong.  
  • Credit card protectionPaying for goods and services with a credit card offers you extra protection if something goes wrong. Under Section 75 of consumer credit law in many cases you’ll be able to claim your money back. Our guide explains what you need to know.
  • Joint LoansApplying for a loan with a partner can give you a better chance of borrowing what you need. But how do you get a joint loan and what are the risks?
  • Car finance explainedWhether it’s HP, PCP or leasing, our guide to car finance explains the different options available when it comes to getting a new or second-hand car
  • Best current accountsFrom student and joint accounts to high interest and cashback accounts, our guide can help you decide which account is best for you.
  • Credit card consolidationUsing a balance transfer credit card is a popular way to consolidate debt and can make it easier and cheaper to pay off. Our guide explains how it works
  • Personal possessions home insuranceIf you want to protect your items when they're out of the house, you need personal possessions insurance
  • The Dangerous Dogs ActThe Dangerous Dogs Act first came into force in the UK in 1991 to protect members of the public from dog attacks. Find out what it means to have your dog added to the list and how it may affect you.
  • Taking a driving test in your own carIf you’re learning to drive in your own car, you may decide to take your practical test in it. This can make the experience easier, as it’s a car your familiar with, but you’ll need to check your car’s allowed before you arrive at the test centre.
  • What to do when you’ve passed your driving test You’ve passed your driving test and all the hours of learning have paid off but before you get out on the road, there’s a few important things to tick off. These include making sure you have the correct insurance, your car has an up-to-date MOT, if needed, and you’ve paid for its road tax.    
  • Learning to drive in a family carIf a parent is happy to take you out for some driving practice it can really help to build up your confidence and experience of driving, and could see you passing your test sooner. But before you set off, there are some learner driver rules you need to follow.  
  • What is a provisional licenceA provisional driving licence is the first thing you need when learning to drive and you’ll need it for your theory, hazard perception, and practical driving tests.   
  • Get driving insurance on a parents’ carIf you’re driving your parent’s car, you’ll need to make sure you have the right kind of insurance in place. You can be added as a named driver to your parent’s policy whether you’re a learner or a new driver.
  • Lebara review: is Lebara any good in 2024?Aimed at people with friends and family overseas, Lebara offers deals with international minutes as standard. But that's not all - Its SIMs offer some really good sweeteners too.
  • BT broadband review 2024One of Britain’s best-known broadband providers, BT boasts a good choice of internet packages, an array of extras and customer incentives, plus wide availability across the country. But is it the best option for you and your household? Let’s take a look.
  • What to do if you’re struggling to pay your credit cardsSurging interest rates mean that borrowing is getting much more expensive. If you're struggling to keep up with your credit card repayments, follow these steps to help you get your finances back on track.
  • All you need to know about Sharia-compliant savings Sharia-compliant savings accounts work in almost exactly the same way as standard savings accounts and there are some competitive rates to be had. We explain more.