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Drivers ‘Should Not Delay’ Getting Vehicles Repaired
Money worries are causing drivers to avoid having their vehicle repaired, new research shows.
A study commissioned by esure car insurance indicates that over 23 million motorists put off taking their car to a garage despite being aware that there is a problem with it. A third (33 per cent) of people questioned claim that they […]
Financial Rethink ‘Could Help With Money Management’
More consumers are looking to get to grips with their finances, a new study reveals.
Research conducted by Friends Provident indicates that a third of Britons are aiming to reanalyse their fiscal standing. It was suggested that the continued effects of the global credit crunch are pushing more individuals to see if they will be able […]
Homeowners ‘Must Be Active In Avoiding Monetary Pressures’
Homeowners need to take steps to reduce pressure on their finances, an industry expert reports.
Pointing towards the Bank of England’s recently released inflation report, David Kuo, head of personal finance at the Motley Fool, claims that the institution’s warning that credit conditions are set to tighten “should set alarms ringing”. And although many vulnerable first-time […]
Beginning Of Year ‘Popular Time’ To Get Debt Consolidation Loans
The start of a year is the most popular time to apply for a personal loan, new research shows.
A study carried out by Halifax indicated that January is the month which sees the most UK personal loans taken out - at a rate which is almost double that recorded during other times of the year. […]
Homeowners ‘Should Prepare Homes To Stave Off The Cold’
Homeowners are being urged to take “preventative steps” to prevent snow storms from causing misery over the next few days.
Heavy snow has been forecast by the Met Office for much of the Britain and Halifax is calling on householders to ensure their homes are prepared for a big freeze.
Due to the fact that freezing temperatures […]
Borrowers ‘Could Save Hundreds’ On Personal Loan Repayments
Taking the time to review their various financial products could save hundreds of pounds for many Britons.
So claims MoneyExpert, where in research by the firm it was suggested that the typical household could be some 547 pounds better off each year by transferring offers on the ‘five financial basics’ from expensive ones to the most […]
Homeowners ‘Face Unjust And Punitive Charges’
Missing a mortgage payment could place homeowners under more financial pressure than they had originally anticipated, new research suggests.
According to a study carried out by moneysupermarket, it was revealed that those who are unable to meet this monthly demand for payment may find that they face a fine. In its analysis of 18 leading mortgage […]
Older Britons ‘To Turn Towards Secured Loans’
With credit card limits being cut more people are to apply for a secured loan, new research suggests.
A study carried out by the Motley Fool reveals that around one out of eight (12 per cent) cardholders have had the amount of money they are able to borrow cut back. It is claimed that the typical […]
Consumers ‘Should Think Carefully When Borrowing’
Despite the apparent financial assistance that they can provide, people should not be tempted to borrow from a loan shark.
So claims the Trading Standards branch of Cambridgeshire county council which asserts that although they first seem to offer fast money help, opting for a loan from an unscrupulous provider to help supplement spending could leave […]
No Room For Complacency When It Comes To Money
Consumers need to be proactive in managing their finances, an industry expert has suggested.
According to Cesarina Holm-Kander, financial columnist and television presenter on Channel 4, a significant number of Britons are “scared” when it comes to managing their money. However, she stated there is “absolutely” no reason for this and that in taking a practical […]
