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Guide to Savings Accounts
A list of the most popular types of savings accounts, their pros and cons, and where to get them
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How to choose the right credit card for you
0% on balance transfers? 6 months 0% on purchases? Low standard rate with bonus scheme? Click here to see which type of card suits you best
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Reports and Credit Ratings
Where to get them, and how to improve your rating and increase your borrowing flexibility
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Glossary of Credit Card Terms
A brief glossary of the most common credt card terms, written in plain English
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Credit cards 'can be used during credit crunch'
People who have been using their credit cards wisely have nothing to be concerned about with regards to the credit crunch, it has been claimed.
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Consumers across the country opt to take on more debt in order to appear wealthier to others, it has been claimed.
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Abbey drops fees on new credit card
A new credit card that has no fees for cash, foreign exchange or balance transfers has been launched by Abbey Bank.
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Safety of credit cards 'a priority'
Steps to make use of credit cards as safe as possible should be taken by all individuals, an expert has argued.
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Younger people 'less vigilant against card fraud'
The younger generation is unprepared for credit card fraud, according to new research by Saga.
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Compare Credit Cards

Choosing a credit card doesn't have to be hard, and remember high-street banks don't always provide the best rates. Fill in the form below and click "Compare Now" to find the right credit card for you. Click the column headings in the comparison table to re-order results for your preferred offers, making it even easier to choose the right card.

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Product Balance Transfers Purchases Get a Quote
Rate Expires Rate Expires
logo HSBC Credit Card
A fast, convenient and reliable way to pay, 24 hours a day.
Details »		 0.0% APR 15 months 0.0% APR 3 months 976
 
logo Virgin Money Credit Card
Offers instant Virgin discounts.
Details »		 0.0% APR 16 months 0.0% APR 3 months 975
 
logo Sainsbury's Bank Credit Card
Great rates on purchases and balance transfers, and earn Nectar points.
Details »		 0.0% APR 10 Months 0.0% APR 3 Months 982
 
logo Vanquis Visa Card
Manageable credit limits so you can stay in control of your money.
Details »		 N/A N/A 39.9% APR n/a 985
 
logo Halifax - All In One Credit Card
Accepted in over 24 million locations worldwide
Details »		 0.0% APR 9 months 0.0% APR 9 months 969
 

* Introductory rates for new customers only. Please read terms and conditions carefully before applying for a credit card.

About Credit Cards

The fastest and easiest way to get money when you need it is by borrowing on a credit card. Credit cards are generally used for making comparatively small purchases in retail locations on the high street or on the internet, and most cards will come with an interest free time period during which you can purchase products and not be charged any interest so long as you repay the debt within a certain time frame, anything from around 30 or 50 days, depending on the terms and conditions.

Credit cards afford you a great degree of flexibility with your finances, and come in handy in situations where you need to put down a deposit for a flight, holiday or accommodation and when finances are tight towards the end of the month.

The ease of borrowing and spending capital is both the biggest advantage and disadvantage of credit cards. Once you have successfully applied for one, you can instantly access any amount of money up to a limit specified without having to fill in any other forms - however this near-instant availability of credit can mean that you can very quickly get into debt, which you may have to pay back at a high rate of interest.