Personal Finance Hub
Looking for information to help you manage your money or get the lowdown on financial products and services? Our personal finance hub offers straight-talking guides and articles to help you on your way.
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What is a Credit Check?
Credit checks play an important role in determining what finance you can access and at what rates. Take some time today to understand exactly what credit checks are, how they can impact your finances, and the benefits of having a good credit score.
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Budget 2021 – How Will it Affect you?
The 2021 Budget extended the furlough scheme, VAT and business rate reliefs, and the universal credit top-up, and also launched new schemes like Restart Grants, Recovery Loans and the mortgage guarantee.
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How can I pay off my overdraft quickly?
Discover the ways that you can quickly pay off your overdraft, to help you better manage your short-term borrowing. If you’re finding that you’re dipping into it at the end of every month, these tips could help you manage your spending.
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Debt and Mental Health: How Mental Health Affects your Finances
Work absenteeism as a result of mental health problems is a massively underrepresented issue which costs both businesses and employees. In this article, we explore the relationship between mental health problems and your finances.
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10 Most Expensive Movies Ever (and why they cost so much)
We take a look at the factors behind the most expensive movies ever made.
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10 Most Expensive Paintings Ever (and why they cost so much)
We take a look at the ten most expensive paintings ever and the surprising reasons behind their huge price tags.
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Top finance blogs
We shortlist a number of UK financial blogs that cover a range of interesting consumer finance topics.
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Top 10 money apps for kids
From pocket money management to financial education, smartphone money apps come in a variety of shapes and sizes. We take a look at some of the most interesting ones out there.
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The lowdown on same day loans
Cash in your bank account within a day can seem like an attractive prospect but what should you know before applying for a same day loan? Our guide will help you make the right choice.
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How to get a mortgage with no deposit
First time buyers often find it difficult to raise the capital for a mortgage deposit. Whether it’s due to salary constraints or debt, many still ask whether it’s possible to get a mortgage without a deposit at all. Surprisingly, there are still some options.
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Using football to understand your finances
The beautiful game can teach us all a thing or two about personal finances. We take you through some of the most important things we can learn about income, debt and finance from the world of football.
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