Banking & Savings
Banking and savings are what we all use; however, many of us are too lazy to seek out the best buys. By simply changing to a new savings or current account your finances could be given a much welcome boost.
The best decision for you to make is to compare current accounts to find the best deal on offer.
| Account Provider | Gross AER | Overdraft Rate | Benefits | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Preferred In-Credit Rate Current Account |
5% AER (fixed one year) on balances up to £2500 | 0% for 4 months | £100 cashback when you switch from another bank | |
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Bank Account Plus |
3% | 17.9% EAR | travel insurance breakdown assistance Life cover |
Featured Banking Articles
What the experts are expecting this yearThere is no doubt that last year was a very turbulent one in terms of finances, and a combination of the effects of the global credit crunch, the recession, and the housing slump have all had a profound impact on the economy. Whilst many were hoping that the New Year would bring new hope of [...]
Consumers give tips on saving some moneyAs we have all started to realise it is vital to try and cut back on personal spending when the country is in the midst of a recession, especially in light of the fact that many people face real uncertainty with regards to their job security. Trying to conserve cash whilst in the middle of [...]
King comments on economic downturnThere is little doubt that like other nations and economies the UK in is the throes of what promises to be a long and painful recession, and with the country still reeling from the many adverse effects of the global credit crunch the outlook isn’t too bright. This is made worse still by reports that [...]
Ways of Saving on Essential Gas and Electric ServicesGas and electric services are essential to provide heat and electricity for households. However, the downturn the economy has made it increasingly difficult for UK consumers to cope with the dramatic increases in the cost of such services for their homes.
Along with the usual line up of monthly payments, the high cost charged for gas [...]
There is no doubt that the Internet has become an integral part of most homes and businesses these days, and for many of us the prospect of trying to cope without reliable, speedy access to the Internet is a frightening one. Like many other countries, we have become increasingly reliant on the Internet in our [...]
Five things that you could save money on this yearWith finances strained for many households it has become increasingly important for everyone to try and save some money on their outgoings. The past year has been very challenging in terms of finances, with soaring living costs, tight credit conditions, and huge job losses towards the latter part of last year. Sadly, this year promises [...]
Latest Banking News
Sustained recovery of UK banks still uncertainA recent report has claimed that whilst the banking and financial industries have seen some level of recovery since the end of the...
Calls for bank to lend more following huge profitsIt was announced by the Lloyds Banking Group recently that it had made £1.6 billion in profits in the first half of this year, showing...
Low base rate having dangerous side effectsIt has been claimed recently that the ultra-low base interest rate in the UK is resulting in dangerous side effects that will make...
Current account overdraft fees to be cut by Lloyds TSBHigh Street banking giant Lloyds TSB has announced recently that it will be reducing the overdraft charges on its current accounts...
Banking system branded unfair and confusingA consumer campaign group in the UK has branded a payment system used by the UK banking industry as confusing and unfair. The system...
Bank of England indicates interest rates will remain lowSince March of 2009 the base interest rate in the UK has stood at its lowest level in the history of the Bank of England, which spans...


