Women are in the grip of a ‘binge debt’ epidemic that is as perilous as binge drinking, warn financial experts
Tag: Debt
Scotsman: Buying Tips
Which? says Payment Protection Insurance should not be taken out with mortgage, loan or credit card plans, as cheaper debt protection is available elsewhere.
This Is Money: Surge In Insolvencies Predicted
The number of Brits claiming insolvency could increase fivefold by the end of the decade as consumer struggle with their debts
Motley Fool: Smarter Balance Transfers
If I were to ask how many Foolish readers have effectively made money from their credit card, I reckon the answer would be quite a few. After all, with the advent of the 0% balance transfer deal, 0% card for new purchases and the humble cashback card, there are many ways to make a quid or two from your flexible friend.
Motley Fool: Rip-off Insurance Under Attack!
For nearly four years, The Motley Fool has been campaigning against one of the UK’s biggest financial scandals: the blatant mis-selling of, and overcharging for, payment protection insurance (PPI).
This Is Money: 30-second Guide To … Brown’s Debt Pains
Britain’s love affair with debt has gripped the Treasury – Chancellor Gordon Brown racked up his biggest deficit this year, at £25.4bn
Motley Fool: Hazardous Home Loans To Avoid!
One of the most important choices that the average person makes is deciding which home to buy — and choosing a mortgage to pay for it.
Motley Fool: Ten Tips To Get Credit
Debt breeds more debt, which can spiral out of control. (Um, I’m supposed to put a little humour into my articles, but I’m not sure how with an opening like that. A comedy thunderclap perhaps? I’ll get the sound-effects team on it…)
Motley Fool: Is Offsetting Your Mortgage The Answer?
What should you do if you’re given a large bonus from work that you don’t want to spend now, but still want easy access to in the future? Stash it carefully away? Or how about use it to reduce the interest payable on your mortgage?
MoneyExpert: New Research Shows Divorcees Have Higher Than Average Debts
Those who are divorced rely on personal loans and credit cards more than those who are married, according to new research.