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Have You Got A Toxic Loan?

Monday, March 5th, 2007

A secured loan can seem like a dream come true, especially for someone with a poor credit rating. Finally, there’s a way to afford that new car, expensive holiday, wedding or other family treat. And with a secured loan, your credit history won’t count against you. But could some lenders be so eager to get you signed up that they lend too much? (more…)


Car Advertisements: Use Caution

Monday, March 5th, 2007

Car dealers often advertise very low interest rates on loans to buy their cars. They will also offer grade trade-in deals and free upgrades on certain models. While these offers are all very tempting, you must still shop around carefully when seeking the best car loans. (more…)


The Best Deals for Wheels

Monday, March 5th, 2007

Are you looking to purchase a new car? If so, it pays to investigate various funding sources. Car dealers, despite the advertisements, may not always have the best deals on loans and interest rates. (more…)


Understanding Vehicle Financing

Monday, March 5th, 2007

Cars are expensive.

The average price of a new car is over £12,000 while a four-year-old car is almost £5,000. With prices like this it is no wonder that most consumers require some sort of financing or leasing to buy a new vehicle. There are many ways to finance this purchase. (more…)


Shopping around for loans – why not?

Monday, March 5th, 2007

Chances are if you were shopping for a home theatre system, you would shop around to find the best deal. So why not shop around for a loan? (more…)


Switching loans can save money

Monday, March 5th, 2007

It is all too easy for consumers to become complacent when it comes to finances, and loans are one example of this. Many people remain with the same lender or the same loan set-up simply because it’s easy and familiar. Yet studies show that consumers could save a substantial amount of money by changing their loan structures. (more…)


What is the Role of Debt Consolidation Companies?

Monday, March 5th, 2007

There are many forms of lender on the market. Not all of them are banks. Debt consolidations companies play a specific role in the debt market. They often take on higher risk loans, and for this they will sometimes charge slightly higher interest rates on standard personal loans.However, they are far cheaper than the short term loans they usually replace and therefore continue to grow in popularity. (more…)


What Happens if I Can’t Pay the Debt Consolidation Loan?

Monday, March 5th, 2007

This is a very good question to be asking your self before taking out any type of loan or making any financial commitments. Debt consolidation loans are becoming increasingly popular with consumers in today’s over indebted market place. They are often available to those with poor credit histories and other borrowers who are considered high risk for various reasons. (more…)


Refinancing Debt

Monday, March 5th, 2007

Did you know that switching lenders can save you money? Just because you agreed to a loan in the past, doesn’t mean that you have to stick with it forever. Most people stick with the same lender for years and years. Often without even checking if better rates and terms are available elsewhere. (more…)


Debt consolidation trends

Monday, March 5th, 2007

Consolidating debt is growing in popularity. The signs of this are everywhere. From television advertisements, to letters in your post box, offers of debt consolidation abound. Debt consolidation is a huge business and the primary reason for new personal loans is debt consolidation. (more…)


Consolidating Debts with a Loan

Monday, March 5th, 2007

If it seems advertisements for debt consolidation loans are everywhere, it is because consolidated loans are big business. The primary reason for people taking out personal loans over the next year will be for debt consolidation. (more…)


Managing your debts

Monday, March 5th, 2007

It is easy for debt to get out of control. Student loans, losing your job, becoming ill or any number of other unforeseen events can easily cause debts to mount up. Even more commonly, simply spending too much on credit and store cards will have the same effect. If this has happened to you, a debt management program may be for you. (more…)


General Loan Advice For Managing Debt

Monday, March 5th, 2007

Debt is a really easy thing to get stuck in. Even if you are not extravagant monthly costs can spiral out of control, especially if you take your eye off the ball. So what can you do to avoid getting too far into debt and if you are there already how can you get out of it? (more…)


Loans for Those with Poor Credit

Sunday, March 4th, 2007

Is it possible to obtain a loan if you have a poor credit score or even if you’ve declared bankruptcy? The answer is yes. However, not surprisingly, the loans available will have higher interest rates and restrictions that are more stringent. (more…)


Factors that make you a Bad Credit Loan Applicant

Sunday, March 4th, 2007

We all like to think of ourselves as fairly responsible and trustworthy people, especially when it comes to financial commitments. But the fact of the matter is that some people are more reliable and responsible than others and banks and other lenders know this. (more…)


Finance With A Poor Credit History

Sunday, March 4th, 2007

Money Makes the World Go Round

If you have a poor credit rating the financial services industry has a message of mixed blessings for you. First the good news: yes, you can get a loan, but the bad news is, it’s going to cost you! (more…)


Negative Credit and Job Searching

Sunday, March 4th, 2007

It is common knowledge that bad credit can make it harder to get more credit. But did you know it can also effect your ability to find or keep a job? (more…)


How to Dispute Credit Report Errors

Sunday, March 4th, 2007

Your credit report contains information about where you live, how you pay your bills, and whether you’ve been sued, arrested, or filed for bankruptcy. This information is then sold by consumer reporting companies to creditors, insurers, employers, and other businesses that use it to evaluate your applications for credit, insurance, employment, or renting a home. (more…)


Ready, Set, Credit

Sunday, March 4th, 2007

Obtaining a credit card can be a great financial tool. It is more convenient to use and carry than cash, and offers valuable consumer protections under federal law. (more…)


What can I do to improve my credit score?

Sunday, March 4th, 2007

Credit scoring models are complex and can be difficult to understand. If one factor changes, your score may change – but improvement generally depends on how that factor relates to other factors considered by the model. Only the creditor can explain what might improve your score under the particular model used to evaluate your credit application. (more…)


Shopping For Credit

Sunday, March 4th, 2007

Especially if you are new to the credit game, and have not yet established your own personal credit, you may be unsure of what kind of deals you can get with your own credit, in terms of interest rates and stipulations. (more…)


Credit Scoring

Sunday, March 4th, 2007

Have you ever wondered how a creditor decides whether to grant you credit? For years, creditors have been using systems of credit scoring to determine if you’d be a good risk for credit cards and auto loans. (more…)