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Tag: Debt

This Is Money: Women Who Can’t Stop ‘bingeing On Debt’

Posted on October 29, 2006 by Rob Lewis - Leave a comment

Women are in the grip of a ‘binge debt’ epidemic that is as perilous as binge drinking, warn financial experts

Tagged Credit, Debt, Loans

Scotsman: Buying Tips

Posted on October 29, 2006 by Rob Lewis - Leave a comment

Which? says Payment Protection Insurance should not be taken out with mortgage, loan or credit card plans, as cheaper debt protection is available elsewhere.

Tagged Business, Credit, Credit Cards, Debt, Insurance, Loans, Mortgages

This Is Money: Surge In Insolvencies Predicted

Posted on October 24, 2006 by Rob Lewis - Leave a comment

The number of Brits claiming insolvency could increase fivefold by the end of the decade as consumer struggle with their debts

Tagged Debt

Motley Fool: Smarter Balance Transfers

Posted on October 23, 2006 by Rob Lewis - Leave a comment

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.

Tagged Credit, Credit Cards, Debt, Savings

Motley Fool: Rip-off Insurance Under Attack!

Posted on October 20, 2006 by Rob Lewis - Leave a comment

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).

Tagged Credit, Credit Cards, Debt, Insurance, Loans, Mortgages

This Is Money: 30-second Guide To … Brown’s Debt Pains

Posted on October 20, 2006 by Rob Lewis - Leave a comment

Britain’s love affair with debt has gripped the Treasury – Chancellor Gordon Brown racked up his biggest deficit this year, at £25.4bn

Tagged Debt

Motley Fool: Hazardous Home Loans To Avoid!

Posted on October 19, 2006 by Rob Lewis - Leave a comment

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.

Tagged Banks, Debt, Mortgages

Motley Fool: Ten Tips To Get Credit

Posted on October 19, 2006 by Rob Lewis - Leave a comment

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…)

Tagged Credit, Debt

Motley Fool: Is Offsetting Your Mortgage The Answer?

Posted on October 19, 2006 by Rob Lewis - Leave a comment

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?

Tagged Debt, Mortgages, Savings

MoneyExpert: New Research Shows Divorcees Have Higher Than Average Debts

Posted on October 18, 2006 by Rob Lewis - Leave a comment

Those who are divorced rely on personal loans and credit cards more than those who are married, according to new research.

Tagged Credit, Credit Cards, Debt, Loans, Students

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