Consumers feeling the pinch as Christmas approaches
Written by MoneyhighStreet Staff. November 28, 2007
British consumers are finding it increasingly difficult to make ends meet over the Christmas period. Are you going to struggle to make ends meet this Christmas?
How to take control of your finances
Written by MoneyhighStreet Staff. November 26, 2007
An alarming number of British consumers are taking the 'head in the sand approach' to their personal finances. Failing to keep track of your cash flow can do serious damage to your financial well being. Read out tips to help you manage your money more effectively.
Are Home Information Packs (HIPs) really an unnecessary evil?
Written by MoneyhighStreet Staff. November 23, 2007
From next month, Home Information Packs (HIPs) will be required for the sale of all homes. While they have been roundly criticised by many in the housing industry, we ask if HIPs are really such a bad thing?
Child benefit breach leaves millions exposed to identity fraud
Written by MoneyhighStreet Staff. November 21, 2007
It has emerged today that every adult that receives child benefit in Britain has had their identity compromised. If you are one of these, you need to take immediate precautions to protect yourself against identity fraud. Here are some tips on how to safeguard your identity.
Are your home and contents properly insured for Christmas?
Written by MoneyhighStreet Staff. November 20, 2007
With Christmas fast approaching, now is a good time to check that your home and its contents are properly covered by your home insurance policy.
A cut in interest rates could be on the way
Written by MoneyhighStreet Staff. November 16, 2007
There was good news for British consumers this week as a top investment bank speculated that the Bank of England could reduce interest rates in the coming months.
How to improve your chances of getting a loan
Written by MoneyhighStreet Staff. November 14, 2007
New evidence has emerged that it is becoming increasingly difficult for British consumers to get loans. As financial institutions toughen their lending criteria, even consumers with clean credit ratings are having loan applications turned down. We advise you on how you can increase your chances of having your loan application accepted.
Cutting the costs of flood damage
Written by MoneyhighStreet Staff. November 12, 2007
The recent tidal surge along the east coast served as a stark warning that we all need to be aware of the risks of flooding. In this article we advise you on how to protect your home and minimise the costs of flooding.
Treat your kids to a secure future this Christmas
Written by MoneyhighStreet Staff. November 7, 2007
For most of us Christmas is a time of spending. Savings accounts are emptied and credit cards go into overdrive. However, it can also be a great time to save for your kids' futures. We show you how.
Are we heading for a recession?
Written by MoneyhighStreet Staff. November 5, 2007
There is little doubt that the fallout from the sub-prime mortgage crisis in the US will, in one way or another, affect us all. But is this a temporary glitch or a signal of hard times to come? We look at whether the UK may face an economic recession.
