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Inflation Falls By Less Than Expected

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Inflation has fallen by less than expected, but we still need to fight the threat of deflation.

Egg Cracks Up With 7% Rise

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Half a million users of Egg Visa and Egg Money cards are in for a shock as Egg raises its yearly interest rate by up to 7%, despite Bank base rate being at a record low.

Kaupthing Savers Face New Dilemma

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Ex-Kaupthing savers have been given two new choices regarding their savings. What are they? And more importantly, which is better?

Steer Clear Of Secured Loans

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Bank of England’s base rate has dived from 5% in October to 1% today. However, secured personal loans and second mortgages remain stubbornly expensive.

Blitz Your Debts In One Easy Step

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Szu Ping Chan explains the easy way to clear your debts.

Get £301 Richer This Weekend!

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

We all like the idea of making some easy money. Find out how you could earn serious cash in just one weekend.

A Few Things I’ve Learned About Car Insurance

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

If you thought that insuring your new car while selling your old car would be simple, think again - in my experience it can be anything but.

Bank May Start Printing Money Soon

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

We heard more rotten economic news today. The Bank of England may have start to printing money soon, and that means the pound could fall further.

Why It’s Still Important To Make A Will

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Widows and widowers are set to receive a bigger payout if their loved one dies without making a will. But this doesn't mean you no longer need to write one...

Five Top Instant Access Savings Accounts

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

With the base rate at the lowest it’s ever been, where's the best place to stash that cash?

Five Ways You Can Still Earn 6%+ On Your Savings

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Are you struggling to get a decent return on your savings? Here are five not-so-obvious ways of beating low interest rates.

How Much Your Bank Costs You

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sticking with your bank for all your needs cost you money, but how much?

We Love Our Banks

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Many bank customers are apparently happy with their banks' service, but that doesn't mean they're being well treated.

Barclaycard Slashes Interest Rates

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Barclaycard is slashing the purchase interest rates on some credit cards by up to 5%. What does this mean for customers?

Barclaycard Slashes Interest Rates

Thu, 05 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Barclaycard is slashing the purchase interest rates on some credit cards by up to 5%. What does this mean for customers?

What To Do If You Can’t Get A 0% Card

Thu, 05 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

If you’ve been rejected for a 0% credit card, don’t panic. Here’s how to tackle your debt demons.

The Latest In The Bank Charges Case

Thu, 05 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

We review the latest ruling on bank charges and consider what happens next.

How To Keep Your Savings In A High Interest Home

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

What happens to your savings once your great fixed rate has disappeared? Find out here.

Don’t Make This Mistake With Your Life Cover

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Combining life insurance and critical illness cover together could leave you without enough protection.

Beware Of Accounts With Nasty Catches

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Watch out for these high-interest savings accounts with a sting in the tail.

Pick A Better Credit Card!

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Discounts off train travel, supermarket shopping, petrol and more are all up for grabs for those that pick the right card.

Beat This Savings Rate Killer!

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

With two-thirds of instant access accounts paying less than inflation, we show you the accounts which guarantee your cash will really grow.

There's Snow Business Like Insurance

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

With parts of the UK blanketed by snow, motorists, holidaymakers and homeowners may need to fall back on their insurance cover...

Yet Another Credit Cutback

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lenders have cut back on the availability of credit and pushed up non-mortgage interest rates. They’re also cutting back on interest-free periods.

Ditch That Rubbish Account!

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

If the great rate on your current account or ISA has now disappeared, where do you go next?