Posts Tagged ‘loans’


Acknowledge and deal with your debts

Monday, May 26th, 2008

It 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…)

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Is the First Plus special offer a good deal?

Sunday, May 25th, 2008

Over recent weeks the secured lender, First Plus, which uses the television star Carol Vorderman to advertise its loan products, has been advertising a new loan product, which offers consumers the chance to enjoy a low starting rate of interest on a secured loan. However, the company and the advertisement have come under fire from officials that state the loan is a debt trap, and borrowers could soon find themselves paying a fortune when the interest rate rockets following the initial period. (more…)

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Credit crunch leads to increase fraud on finance applications

Friday, May 16th, 2008

According 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…)

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Finding an affordable loan

Thursday, May 15th, 2008

As many people have already discovered getting any sort of finance these days has become far more difficult and far more expensive. The global credit crunch has really taken its toll since last summer, and consumers have had to bear the brunt of the difficulties that have come from the crunch. The cost of borrowing in all sectors, such as mortgages, loans, and credit cards, has gone up, and this has had a serious effect on consumer affordability and spending, which has had a knock on effect on the economy. (more…)

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Make the most of the Internet for your finance needs

Wednesday, May 14th, 2008

Anyone that needs to find suitable finance or credit can enjoy a number of options when it comes to finding the right finance package or financial product. Whilst it is certainly true that the number of different financial products, and access to these financial products, has decreased over recent months as a result of the global credit crunch there are still a number of finance options available for those looking for credit. There are a number of ways in which you can find out about the different options on offer when it comes to getting finance. (more…)

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Lenders need to be more cautious

Wednesday, May 14th, 2008

Over recent months we have all heard about the various effects of the global credit crunch, which has created havoc in the UK’s money markets and has resulted in many changes. One of the major changes that most of us have heard about is the tighter credit conditions that have resulted from the credit squeeze. According to reports lenders have really tightened up on their lending criteria, are being far more careful with regards to how much new business they take on, and are being far more cautious about who they will lend to. (more…)

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The credit squeeze continues

Monday, May 12th, 2008

It 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…)

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Many unable to access first direct loans

Saturday, May 10th, 2008

In a recent announcement the Internet arm of HSBC bank stated that it would be restricting its mortgage lending activities by no longer offering mortgages to those that are not customers of the bank already. Customers of first direct will still be able to access mortgages from the lender even if they do not currently have a first direct mortgage, providing they meet the other eligibility criteria.

First direct is one of many banks and building societies that have had to restrict their lending over recent months as a result of the global credit crunch. Many have had to take various mortgage products off the shelves or have started to offer mortgages only to existing customers or those that live within a certain radius of the branch. (more…)

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Interest rates on personal loans continue to rise

Saturday, March 29th, 2008

Despite the two most recent Bank of England interest rate cuts the interest charged on personal loans in the UK is continuing to rise, leaving many potential borrowers facing huge costs relating to their borrowing, The rates on personal loans have been rising for some time, and as a result of the credit crunch many people now find it difficult to get affordable unsecured personal loans, with banks having to increase their rates to make up for the losses incurred as a result of higher inter-bank lending costs. (more…)

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The Benefits Of Unsecured Loans

Wednesday, March 26th, 2008

An unsecured loan is a loan that is based on trust and contract, and unlike a secured loan this type of loan is not secured against any asset. In order to be eligible for an unsecured loan you will usually need to have a good credit rating, as the non-secured nature of the loan makes it too high a risk for most lenders to consider bad credit customers. However, there are some lenders in the UK that offer unsecured loans to those with damaged credit, but at a high price in most cases. (more…)

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Loans market still suffering due to credit crunch

Thursday, March 20th, 2008

Recent reports have shown that the loans market continues to suffer as a result of the global credit crunch, with rates on personal loans continuing to soar despite base rate cuts, and with the number of sub-prime mortgages available on the market falling rapidly. According to industry officials the number of lenders offering sub-prime mortgages has fallen from 32 to just 20, and consumers looking for personal loans are having to pay out far more in interest rates. (more…)

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Should you consider payment protection insurance?

Monday, March 17th, 2008

For the last couple of years payment protection insurance, known simply as PPI, has hit the financial headlines on a number of occasions, and this is because of a number of problems that regulators have picked up on with regards the both the sale and the effectiveness of this cover. PPI is a type of cover that is designed to cover your repayments on a loan or other form of finance for a set period of time in the event that you cannot meet the repayments due to sickness, accident, or redundancy. The idea behind PPI is that having your repayments covered for a specified period will enable you to get back on your feet or get another job without the added worry of how to pay your debts. (more…)

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Securing A Loan Against Your Home

Wednesday, March 12th, 2008

If you are a homeowner in the UK and you are looking to raise finance for one of a wide range of purposes you may be able to enjoy great value borrowing by securing a loan against your home. Your ability to get a secured loan will depend upon the market value of your property and the amount that is still outstanding on your mortgage. Other loans that may already be secured on your property will also affect your ability to take out a secured loan. (more…)

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Does it make sense to consolidate?

Tuesday, March 11th, 2008

Consolidation of debts is a term that many of us have become increasingly familiar with over recent years, with many of us turning to consolidation in order to try and eliminate higher interest debts. If you are able to get your hands on a low rate consolidation loan with cheap repayments you could really feel the benefits of consolidation, but this is not necessarily a solution that is right for everyone in debt. (more…)

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Avoiding risks with an unsecured personal loan

Monday, March 3rd, 2008

Finding the right loan these days isn’t always difficult because there are so many different loan products available to suit a wide range of needs and circumstances. However, it is important to bear in mind the importance of choosing the right loan product. It is all too easy to rush into taking out finance without really thinking about whether the loan product is the right one for you, but taking on a loan is an important financial commitment and should be given careful consideration before you make any commitment. (more…)

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Is A Secured Loan The Right Choice?

Sunday, March 2nd, 2008

Secured loans are loans that are aimed at homeowners with some level of equity in their homes. Equity is the difference between the market value of your property and the amount that you owe on the property by way of mortgage or other secured loans. Unlike an unsecured loan these loans are secured against the home, and this why you need to be a homeowner in order to be eligible for a secured loan. There are a number of lenders that are able to offer this type of loan, and you need to compare a range of loans from a number of lenders to ensure that you get the best deal possible on your borrowing. (more…)

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Preparing to Apply for a UK Loan

Friday, February 29th, 2008

Many people find the need to apply for a loan in the UK for one reason or another, and there are all sorts of loans available these days from car loans to help you purchase a new vehicle to mortgage loans to buy a new home. You can also find a wide range of other loans, such as consolidation loans, homeowner loans, wedding loans, holiday loans, secured loans, unsecured loans, and more. (more…)

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Using a UK Loan Broker To Get Finance

Thursday, February 28th, 2008

Many of us find ourselves in need of a loan at some time or another, and there are all sorts of loans on the UK market these days catering for a wide range of needs, circumstances, and purchases. You can choose from two main types of loan these days, and these are secured and unsecured loans. Within these two categories there are many different loan types, and this includes consolidation loans, home improvement loans, car loans, and more. In order to make sure that you get a good deal on a loan you need to make sure that your compare loans from a number of lenders. (more…)

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Different Types of UK Loans

Thursday, February 28th, 2008

The variety of loans available on the market in the UK these days means that many of us should have no problems finding the right loan for our needs, although those with poor credit may face more difficulty. In the current financial climate getting a loan can prove a little more difficult because credit conditions have tightened as a result of the credit crunch, but if you do your research you should be able to find a choice of loans from a variety of lenders, enabling you to find the right one to suit your needs, circumstances, and budget. (more…)

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Keeping up with your secured loan repayments

Monday, February 25th, 2008

Secured loans have become an effective and affordable way for homeowners to raise finance, and the increase in property values over the past few years has given homeowners in the UK more financial leverage to raise money by way of a secured loan. Secured loans offer a range of benefits, such as increased borrowing power based on equity levels and longer repayment periods to help keep costs down. This is why an increasing number of homeowners have turned to secured loans in order to get the money that they need. (more…)

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Wipe Out Debt Problems With A Low Rate Loan

Monday, February 25th, 2008

When you have a number of high interest debts on which you are making repayments each month dealing with your accounts can become tiresome and frustrating. Having to deal with so many payments and creditors can even lead to missed or late repayments, which can add to your debt problems, affecting both your credit rating and your finances, as you may be hit with hefty fees and charges. You could even find yourself facing court action if you start to default on repayments, so your debts could quickly get out of hand.

It is possible in some cases to wipe out all of these higher interest debts and replace them with one lower rate loan, which offers a range of benefits. If you want to ease financial management and reduce the amount that you are paying out each month you could really benefit from debt consolidation. This is where you take out a larger loan to pay off all of your smaller debts on which you pay a lot of interest, such as credit cards and store cards. If you take the time to compare different consolidation loans from a number of lenders you should be able to find one with a competitive rate of interest, and this means that you can enjoy better value for money on your borrowing.

When you use a consolidation loan you can effectively wipe out debt problems, and make life far easier for yourself. Although you will actually still owe the same amount of money you will only have one debt and one creditor to deal with. This reduces the chances of missed and late repayments due to confusion with financial management, and can reduce the amount of money that you have to pay out on your debts each month, leaving you with more disposable income.

If you are a homeowner you can get a secured consolidation loan, and this could help to further reduce your debt problems. This is because you can spread your repayments over a longer period, which means that you can keep your outgoings down. You will also be able to borrow more money with a secured consolidation loan, although this will be based on your equity levels and other factors, and can therefore borrow an adequate amount to cover repayment of all of your existing debts.

In order to effectively wipe out your debt problems through debt consolidation you need to exercise willpower and determination, as you need to be careful that you do not run up your original debts again. If you go on to spend again on your credit and store cards after consolidating them you will find yourself in an even more difficult situation than you were originally with a higher level of debt to deal with. Providing you avoid running up further debts and simply make repayments on your consolidation loan each month you could find that this is one of the most effective debt management solutions for your needs.

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Never try to fib your way into a loan

Wednesday, March 14th, 2007

There are certain times in life when you should not lie: On your resume, when visiting the doctor, or when applying for a loan. Yet, according to one study, nearly one third of people applying for a loan have lied about some aspect of their history. Why? A need for a loan combined with fear of not getting it if the truth be told. (more…)

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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…)

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Money Saving Loan Tips

Saturday, January 6th, 2007

If you’ve decided to take out a personal loan your committing yourself to a financial agreement that will not only usually last for a period of between 1 and 5 years but also will cost you money in fees and APR charges. Thus most consumers will consider it important to try and get the best deal and save money where they can. After all a loan becomes exceptionally bad value if you pay over the odds for it and a bad deal that lasts that long is no good to anybody. So here we present five tips to save money on your personal loan and ensure you get the best deal you can in your circumstances. (more…)

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