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Fixed-rate mortgages remain popular

12 May 2008
More and more consumers are looking for financial security by picking fixed-rate deals, a new report has suggested.  [More]

Banks say they want to help people with mental health issues

12 May 2008
Banks have denied their lending policies are pushing people with mental health problems into debt.  [More]

Travelling without insurance 'incredibly irresponsible'

11 May 2008
Embarking on an adventure holiday without insurance could end up costing holidaymakers a lot more than their health, warned an industry expert.  [More]

Renting 'is a good opting for Londoners who cannot afford mortgages'

10 May 2008
Young people who cannot afford a large enough mortgage to get onto the property ladder in London could consider renting while they save for a deposit, an industry expert has said.  [More]

Homeowners 'need help' as repossessions soar

9 May 2008
Following today's announcement that there has been a rise in repossession orders, lenders are being urged to do more to help homeowners who are struggling with meeting mortgage payments.  [More]

Over 50s concerned about rising utility costs

9 May 2008
People over the age of 50 are worried about rising utility costs and the threat of recession, a new study has warned.  [More]

Consumers 'should ask for lower credit card rates'

8 May 2008
A consumer website has urged credit card users to ask their lenders to cut the interest charged on their borrowing.  [More]

Drivers prepared to lie when claiming on insurance

8 May 2008
Over ten million drivers from the UK would hold back from telling the truth when making an insurance claim, a new survey has revealed.  [More]

First-time buyers 'are driving a hard bargain when purchasing'

7 May 2008
First-time buyers who have managed to secure a mortgage are look to spend less on their new property, a new report has found.  [More]

Tailored holiday insurance 'vital for travellers'

7 May 2008
Holidaymakers need to make sure they always have the most appropriate travel insurance before they head abroad, an industry expert has said.  [More]

Consumers 'cutting back rather than getting into debt'

6 May 2008
Consumers do not plan to borrow more in credit cards or take out new loans in the face of the credit crunch, a new report has found.  [More]

Gazundering 'will rise as house prices slip'

6 May 2008
While the majority of mortgage holders believe the practice of putting an offer in on an accepted property and then lowering it at the last minute is not acceptable, most would still do it if pushed, new research has revealed.  [More]

Financial expert: It's vital consumers tackle debt problems head on

4 May 2008
A leading personal finance writer has urged people not to try to ignore debts and other financial problems.  [More]

Credit cards rejections 'can damage credit ratings'

3 May 2008
People thinking about applying for new credit cards need to be almost completely sure they will be accepted, an industry expert has said.  [More]

Consumers 'do not have the time to manage their finances'

2 May 2008
Long working hours mean that a significant number of people in the UK do not have time to properly manage their finances, a new report has warned.  [More]

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