When seeking financial services from reputable lenders, you are likely to come across mentions of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). If you don’t know what the FCA is, then this article will tell you everything that you need to know. Essentially the FCA is a regulatory body that ensures financial service providers adhere to specific […]
UK consumers and businesses now have a clear set of rights that are protected by law. These rights are to ensure that they can buy with confidence, get trustworthy advice and obtain help with any disputed transactions. Who champions buyers’ rights? That would be the Ombudsman Service. This article explores ‘What is the Ombudsman Service?’ […]
Like your birth certificate, your driving licence and your criminal record, your credit score stays with you for life. It’s how finance companies decide whether or not they want to lend you money or set up a finance agreement, such as a hire purchase, and it contains a record of everything you owe, as well […]
When it comes to all things related to finance, it pays to research the ins, the outs and everything in between. This is especially true when it comes to loans; when managed correctly, they can be incredibly beneficial, but if utilised poorly, they can be extremely costly, and can seriously damage an individual’s financial standing. […]
If you are concerned about bad credit and spiralling debt, you have come to the right place. In this article we set out everything you need to know to understand bad credit debt consolidation, and whether this might be the right option for your circumstances. Bad Credit Debt Consolidation Explained As the name suggests, debt […]
Every payday loan lender has slightly different acceptance requirements. Completing some small changes can make a big difference in whether your application is approved or rejected. When you need a payday loan, chances are you need the cash quickly to deal with an emergency or a temporary lack of funds. Some of the things you […]
Being declined for a loan can be a frustrating experience. However, if you’ve recently been declined for a payday loan, you’re not alone. As the FCA (Financial Conduct Authority) continues to tighten restrictions on who can access short-term finance, many applicants who were once eligible for emergency same day loans now find themselves being turned […]
Debts can easily begin to mount up. Whether it’s an unexpected life event, a change in your personal circumstances, redundancy or a growing family, it can be easy to reach for credit to solve an immediate problem. Before you know it, you’re borrowing money to pay off old debts and the amount of money you […]
Phone scams are commonly used by criminals to con people out of money fraudulently. Phone scamming is still rife in the UK, with billions of pounds lost to fraudsters every year in the UK. Older people are particularly at risk of being scammed over the phone, but anyone could fall foul of these scams, particularly […]
The majority of the time, cash advice websites are full of bright ideas to help you find new and different ways of accessing credit. For most people, it’s simply a lack of information holding them back from their next loan, and they just don’t realise that there are a few simple things that they can […]
The coronavirus pandemic across the world has caused many changes in how we run our lives. From how many people we meet outside to those who are struggling to find a new, or a first, job. Financial security of families is a really big concern. According to statistics, about 730,000 people in the UK lost […]
Having a baby is one of life’s greatest joys, there’s nothing else like bringing your own bundle of cuteness home from the hospital. However, there’s no getting away from the fact that it can also be an expensive time. It’s hard to know what you are going to need as a first-time parent and there […]
If you’re looking to get a payday loan, you have likely encountered both direct lenders and brokers as a part of your search – but how do they differ? Getting the right payday loan for you requires you to be as informed as possible about what your options are, so being familiar with the differences […]
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