Reluctant landlords in decline
Written by Diane Ray. August 31, 2009
According to ARLA (the Association of Residential Letting Agents) there has been a decline in the number of ‘reluctant’ landlords or landlords who rent out their property as they cannot sell it.
Do you automatically renew your car insurance?
Written by MoneyhighStreet Staff. August 29, 2009
20% of motorists automatically renew their car insurance with their existing insurer rather than shopping around to get a better deal.
New 2 year fixed rate bond from Santander
Written by MoneyhighStreet Staff. August 29, 2009
Santander, via Abbey, Alliance & Leicester and Bradford & Bingley, is launching a new 2 year fixed rate bond at 4.2% gross/AER.
Amex introducing a charge if you don’t use your credit card
Written by MoneyhighStreet Staff. August 29, 2009
American Express (AMEX) is introducing a £20 ‘dormancy fee’ on their Platinum credit card.
Over 40% of Brits have opted for ‘Staycation’ this year
Written by MoneyhighStreet Staff. August 29, 2009
Over 40% of Brits have opted for a ‘staycation’ this year to save money and almost 10% say they’ll be taking more UK holidays, but don’t forget travel insurance, it’s important even if holidaying in the UK.
£15 cashback for new British Gas Websaver 4 customers
Written by MoneyhighStreet Staff. August 28, 2009
The new Websaver 4 tariff is one of the cheapest energy plans on the market. The deal has just got better as customers switching to this tariff can now receive a £15 cashback.
House prices – the plot thickens
Written by Chris Ray. August 28, 2009
Nationwide announced a 1.6% rise in house prices in August yesterday which contradicted figures from Rightmove showing a 2.2% decline in the same month.
Car insurance for multiple cars on the driveway – can you save money?
Written by MoneyhighStreet Staff. August 28, 2009
With over 30% of motorists with multiple cars on their driveway at an average value of over £15,500, their car insurance and running costs add up, so it’s no wonder many are considering selling a car to save money.
Debt problems loom for pensioners as fuel bills rise
Written by MoneyhighStreet Staff. August 28, 2009
Pensioners are falling into debt as high fuel costs and the recession squeeze their finances.
Energy bills don’t add up for many
Written by MoneyhighStreet Staff. August 28, 2009
Energy bills don’t add up for 86% of people who took part in a simple uSwitch test, or at least they couldn’t make them add up correctly – take the test and see how you do.
