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The rules relating to property rental fees have changed
On June 1 2019 the new Tenancy Fees Act came into force. How will this benefit those who rent property, and what does it mean for the longer term?
Read storyYou could be in for a refund £300 thanks to Mastercard!
A recent court ruling means Mastercard could become liable to repay everyone up to £300 even if they have never used a Mastercard credit card! Here's why.
Read storyThe Risk of Trying to Get Credit Through Social Media Ads or Chats
Who do you turn to to help you find a loan? Would you trust the recommendation of someone you've only ever met on social media? You need to be more careful!
Read storyA Best Practice Step by Step Guide to Conveyancing
If you're new to buying property then the purchase process can seem daunting. But don't worry here are the basic steps of conveyancing your new property.
Read storyDoes it make sense to have a Mortgage over more than 25 years?
Can you imagine borrowing over 30 to 40 years to buy your home? Does this feel excessively long? Well, more and more people are and this article explains why.
Read storyTop tips for cutting the cost of your mortgage
There many, many ways to reduce your monthly payments and/or the total interest that you pay for your mortgage. We explain all the options open to you.
Read storyHow going Green can save you money and save your planet
The race is on to stop further damage to our planet. Here's how to change your behaviour to help in the battle and at the same time save you big money.
Read storyHow the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) can and can’t protect you
For many forms of saving you are protected up to £85,000 thanks to the FSCS and EU law. But there are exceptions to this protection you need to be aware of.
Read storyPersonal loan rates are still falling but be wary of teaser rates
Personal loan teaser interest rates continue to fall. But what you actually pay is probably not. Here's what to be wary of when getting your personal loan.
Read storyIs the FCA about to clamp down on guarantor loans?
The UK guarantor loans market has grown considerably in recent years. Amigo is the biggest player. The FCA is taking a greater interest in these loans.
Read storyThe lessons from the London Capital & Finance debacle
In little more than 4 years LCF amassed nearly £250m in investments based on a market leading ISA rate of 8%. Yet all was not as it seemed and it went bust.
Read storyWhat compensation can you get for poor broadband service?
Now we've all become dependent on our broadband service it's important to know how to get compensation when service is poor. Read on.
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