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Bling Brits Advised To Consider Insurance

With the nation's wrists, fingers, necks and ears gleaming with jewellery, consumers have been advised to make sure that having bling does not blind them from protecting such possessions. Such is the assertion of Halifax Home Insurance in which a study... Read >

Study Says Debt Still Taboo Among Britons

According to a report published by advisory service provider Saga, debt levels are one of the least commonly discussed areas of personal finance among Britons. In newly-released statistics, it was shown that just 14 per cent of people openly discuss th... Read >

Credit Card Debtors Warned Of Tough Times Ahead

Consumers who have numerous debts on credit cards may find that their financial situation takes a turn for the worse in the coming months as lenders tighten the screws. So claims MoneyExpert, which believes that the credit crunch is driving lenders to ... Read >

Consumers Advised To Take Steps Against Energy Bill Rises

Britons need to be wary of the impact that energy price rises can have on their finances, it has been stated. According to TheEnergyShop, the increases actioned by the country's six major gas and electricity providers - British Gas, npower, Scottish an... Read >

Middle Class Britons Revealed To Be Under Financial Strain

Despite earning more money than the national average those with high incomes are developing financial difficulties, new research shows. A study carried out by Axa reveals that about three-quarters (72 per cent) of Britons earning at least 30,000 pounds... Read >

UK Cash Habits Revealed

Cash transactions now account for only 29 per cent of all spending that takes place around the UK, according to a new report assessing the way the nation pays. The typical Briton carries close to 33 pounds on his or her person at any given time but alm... Read >

Young Brits Look To Achieve Major Life Goals Before 30

Young people have numerous life targets they wish to meet, new figures reveal. In a study carried out by Alliance & Leicester as part of its Moving Improving research, taking their initial steps on the housing ladder is one of the main life goals those... Read >

Unbiased Shows Record Amount Of Unnecessary Tax Being Paid

Britons are wasting billions of pounds in unnecessary tax payments, a new set of research shows. In the latest TaxAction study carried out by Unbiased it was revealed that over the course of this year a total of 9.3 billion pounds will be frittered awa... Read >

Home Improvers Risk Hefty Repair Costs

While the temptation is likely to be growing for many budding DIY enthusiasts to take on a project over the weekend, one insurance company is warning them against biting off more than they can chew. According to Saga, one in 20 people in the UK have at... Read >

Financial Planning Is 'Essential'

More than half of women could be placing themselves under unnecessary monetary pressures, new research shows. In a study carried out by the Co-operative Bank it was revealed that two-thirds (66 per cent) of British females have not taken the time to in... Read >

Prepay Energy Customers Left With 'Hefty Price To Pay'

Those Britons who are paying for their energy through a prepayment scheme are losing out on millions of pounds, according to findings by a price comparison website. In a study carried out by moneysupermarket, it was revealed that the typical person mee... Read >

CML Reveals Drop In Mortgage Lending

Mortgage lending has fallen, new research shows. In figures released by the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML), it was revealed that some 50,300 loans for the purposes of purchasing a house were taken out over the course of January. Such borrowing was i... Read >

Consumers 'Have Financial Concerns'

A significant number of Britons are worried about the country's economic prospects, new research shows. In the Cracking the Credit Crunch: Recession Veterans vs Recession Virgins study by Fool, it was revealed that 17 per cent of people believe Britain... Read >

Delaying Property Repairs 'Could Be Costly'

The impact of last week's earthquake could affect more than homeowners' properties, it has been suggested. Following the tremor which affected many parts of England and Wales, consumers may find that the natural occurrence will see them having to dig d... Read >

Loan For Bridging Purposes 'Can Be Of Help'

Taking out a bridging loan can be of financial assistance to many consumers, an industry expert has stated. According to Lee Tillcock, editor of Business Moneyfacts, such a loan may be able to provide valuable help with money to people who are currentl... Read >