Many shoppers have been hitting the High Streets and virtual retailers in their droves over recent weeks, as they clamour to buy gifts for loved ones and make purchases ranging from food and drink to clothes and entertainment for the festive season. (more…)
Posts Tagged ‘credit cards’
Did shoppers heed Church of England warning?
Monday, December 21st, 2009
Some of the ways in which banks are getting more money from consumers
Friday, August 21st, 2009Over the past couple of years banks have found themselves increasingly under fire, having been found guilty of irresponsible lending, partly fuelling the financial crisis, and seeing their own finances suffer as a result. (more…)
Credit card drought could spell good news for loan sharks
Sunday, July 26th, 2009It has been revealed recently that the lack of credit card availability for many consumers could spell good news for unscrupulous loans sharks out there, as an increasing number of consumers may find themselves having to turn to loan sharks when they are struggling financially simply because they cannot see any other option. (more…)
£8 billion of mortgage debt paid off by UK homeowners
Monday, April 27th, 2009According to recently released figures homeowners in the UK have reduced their overall mortgage debt by an impressive £8 billion, even though the financial crisis continues and the country is plunged into recession. (more…)
Have you managed to streamline your New Year debt?
Saturday, March 7th, 2009Although it may seem that Christmas is long gone, it has actually only been a couple of months since the festive season and New Year, and sadly many people are still reeling from the financial repercussions of the period, having spent far more than they intended to, and often having put the cost of the season on their credit card or used some other form of borrowing to pay for it. (more…)
Acknowledge and deal with your debts
Monday, May 26th, 2008It can be very tempting for those with a high level of debt and financial commitment to simply try and ignore their financial worries once difficulties set in. Many people think that burying in their heads in the sand and trying to ignore financial worries means that they will not get stressed over the situation, but in fact failing to address this sort of problem can actually make the whole situation much worse, and could ultimately result in health problems, family problems, credit problems, and even legal action – or worse still loss of your home if you have secured finance. (more…)
Credit crunch leads to increase fraud on finance applications
Friday, May 16th, 2008According to a recent report the effects of the global credit crunch have gone much further than simply making it more difficult to get finance in the UK. Industry officials claim that many consumers are now committing higher levels of fraud on finance applications as a result of the credit crunch, as they think that this is the only way that they will be able to get credit in light of the tighter credit conditions that have come about as a result of the credit squeeze. (more…)
The credit squeeze continues
Monday, May 12th, 2008It was in the summer of last year when most of us heard the expression ‘global credit crunch’ for the first time. At that time few of us knew just what a dominating force the credit crunch would be in the world of finance, but over eight months later this phenomenon continues to wreak havoc in the financial markets both in the UK and across the globe. (more…)
Credit Cards – An Expensive Loan
Monday, March 19th, 2007What Happens if I Can’t Pay the Debt Consolidation Loan?
Monday, March 5th, 2007This 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…)
Ready, Set, Credit
Sunday, March 4th, 2007Obtaining 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…)
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