Shocking figures show just how bad debt problem is within the UK
January 26, 2007
Shocking figures have been released which show that the UK’s debt problem increases by £1 million every 4 minutes. Many people will find this information absolutely shocking, as although we do know that the debt problem is a big problem within the UK
Asda becomes a true contender for loans
January 26, 2007
Asda has hit the headlines for offering a loan at a very low 5.9%. This offer is only available till February 15th, but it offers much better rates than other rival stores such as Tesco, Sainsbury, M&S and WH.Smith.
Car insurance premiums on the rise
January 25, 2007
If you think you’re paying more for your car, then you could be right. The AA British Insurance Premium Index, which has been tracking car and home insurance premiums since 1994, has revealed that car insurance premiums are now at their highest level ever and are still rising
Parents left to pay some of the financial burden of college and university
January 25, 2007
With university life being so expensive these days, it is hardly surprising that parents have to dip into their own pockets in order to see their children though their education. Tuition fees have long been a heated debate, with students left wondering why they have to spend so much money just to better themselves.
Rising interest rate hurts first time buyers
January 25, 2007
New research declares first time home buyers more likely to feel the brunt in the near future than buy-to-let investors.
Barclaycard cuts its rates
January 25, 2007
Barclaycard have announced that they are lowering their typical APRs on their Premiership and Charity cards from 17.9% to 14.9%.
Government’s plans for free financial advice welcomed
January 24, 2007
The government has recently announced plans for a free financial advice service to address the needs of the UK adults who have been poorly served by existing systems.
Increase in debt sparks more loan demands
January 24, 2007
An increase in debt over the past couple of years seems to have added fuel to the fire with more loan companies in operation now than ever before. This is because although the debt problem is getting worse, more and more people are turning to loans to sort their finances out.
Make the most of 0% credit card deals
January 24, 2007
Comparison service Moneyextra.com has just released a guide full of hints and tips to allow you to get the most out of your balance transfers.
Ten million British households now face inheritance tax
January 24, 2007
Ten million British households (which is also the same as more than 2 families in 5 or 41%) now face Inheritance Tax. This figure has jumped from last year’s 1 in 3 households or 34%.
