Could my partner’s credit rating affect my ability to get credit?
We depend on our credit history and our credit score to get loans and credit in the future. But did you know that being financially linked to someone with a bad...
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Act now! The era of the very low mortgage rate is coming to an end
Those in debt have enjoyed the lowest ever interest rates for the last decade. We've become attuned to living and budgeting based on these low rates and in part...
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Update on the FCA’s review of motor car finance deals
Car finance has doubled to 2.3 million users over the past decade. The FCA started a review of the market in 2017 to see if there were any issues to be addresse...
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What type of cars should we buy, now and over the next decade?
Our love affair with petrol and diesel vehicles is about to change, whether we like it or not. Concerns about CO2 and NO2 emissions, and their effect on the pla...
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Equity Release reaches record levels in 2017
A growing proportion of homeowners are using equity release to give themselves the comfortable retirement they deserve. But before you sign on the dotted line y...
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Car Finance – the worry of extra charges
PCP car deals contain contract clauses that allow lenders to claw back additional costs if the "condition" of the car has not been maintained. Have you been stu...
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George Banco is acquired by Non-Standard Finance PLC
Solution Loans has been working with George Banco as a guarantor loans lender for many years. At the end of 2017 they were acquired by Non Standard Finance PLC ...
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Credit file vs credit score – what’s the difference?
Your credit file is your credit history stored at the major credit reference agencies. This file of data can be turned into a credit score to help lenders....
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How do Credit Reference Agencies work?
We all use credit all the time. Companies who provide this credit are in constant touch with the credit reference agencies. You ought to know how they work!...
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What are your responsibilities as a guarantor for a loan?
Being a guarantor will help the borrower get the loan they need but you must not enter into such an agreement without knowing your responsibilities....
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What types of credit may still be available if you have a bad credit history?
A bad credit history does not necessarily mean that you can't get new credit. It may cost a little more, but there are various options you can consider....
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An unpleasant surprise is awaiting people on PCP car finance deals!
With new car prices rising due to Brexit and environmental charges and used car prices falling your next PCP deal may not be as rewarding....
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