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Author : Alex Hartley
How will consumers benefit from the cap on rent-to-own lenders?
New regulations are set to cap "rent to own" retailers' rates of interest on household goods such as washing machines. But how much will be saved and when?...
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UK Household debt is worse than it’s ever been!
With households spending £900 more than they earned in 2017 it isn't surprising that UK household debt is soaring. What can you do about it?...
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A layman’s guide to the Consumer Credit Act 1974 (amended 2006)
Many of the financial agreements you enter into are protected by the Consumer Credit Act 1974. Here's our simple guide to the main provisions that help you....
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What does the recent failure of VISA’s card payment system tell us?
Cashless payments are growing fast. We're becoming dependent on these payment systems. But with 1970s IT infrastructure still being used should we worry?...
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All you need to know about acting as a rental property guarantor
As rents rise ahead of incomes landlords of rental property seeing growing risk. So they are asking for rental guarantors to protect them from missed payments....
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Real Life – How to balance your household budgets when living on benefits
The UK's benefits system has seen a radical overhaul. Austerity means lower payments in real terms. So, how do you budget & survive on a benefits income?...
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How to cut the cost of your large motoring fuel bill
Driving 10,000 miles per year in your car will cost you £1500 in fuel. Here are our tips to help you cut your petrol and diesel fuel costs to the bone....
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What to do if Credit Reference Agencies hold incorrect data about you
Your ability to get credit depends on the data collected by the UK's 3 big credit reference agencies. So what can you do if their information is inaccurate?...
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How to avoid being ripped off by ticket resale websites
Gigs, concerts and sporting events are in high demand. Ticket resale sites have sprung up to satisfy demand, but prices can be high and your money is at risk....
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Switch away from the “Big 6” energy companies to save money
To save £00s you need to switch away from the UK's "Big 6" energy suppliers. Small companies are just as good if not better. Here's what to do to get savings....
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How much does a wedding cost and how can you pay for it?
The cost of weddings can get out of control. On average the total wedding bill could top £25,000 - the average annual UK salary. How can you cover the costs?...
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Why you should consider consolidating your unsecured debt
Do you have multiple debts? Do the repayments feel too much and out of control? Then consolidating your debt into one new loan could help you. Learn how....
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