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Garden items 'not always covered by home insurance'
People need to ensure garden contents are covered on their home insurance policy, according to Defaqto. More »
By Marianne Straker, Home Insurance - Fri 1 Aug 2008
Brits advised to 'shop around for the best energy deal'
With gas bills set to continue increasing over the next few years, energy customers need to compare money-savings deals and choose their supplier and tariff wisely, according to Moneywise magazine. More »
By Sarah Engle, Banking - Fri 1 Aug 2008
State pension 'set to be around for another 100 years'
The government has announced plans to make the state pension system simpler, fairer for women and carers and more generous. More »
By Tom Farley, Pensions - Fri 1 Aug 2008
Brits 'increasingly open to green cars'
Some three-quarters of Brits are open to the idea of helping protect the planet by driving greener motors, according to esure car insurance. More »
By Tom Farley, Car Insurance - Fri 1 Aug 2008
Brits 'choose home improvement over selling-up'
As the housing market stalls, more homeowners are deciding to stay put and carry out renovations, according to new research. More »
By Sarah Engle, Loans - Mon 4 Aug 2008
Brits 'treat themselves despite the credit crunch'
Despite the fact loans and credit cards are harder to come by in the current economic climate and day-to-day expenses are increasing, Brits still like to treat themselves when it comes to food, according to The Grocer Magazine. More »
By Sarah Engle, Banking - Mon 4 Aug 2008
Personal information 'needs to be protected'
People need to take more care with the kind of personal information that might be supplied when applying for a credit card or a loan, Equifax claims. More »
By Sarah Engle, Banking - Mon 4 Aug 2008
Poll: Interest rates unlikely to change
None of the seven financial institutions and economists questioned believe that interest rates will change this month, a new Adfero poll has discovered. More »
By Sarah Engle, Banking - Tue 5 Aug 2008
Holidays in one place 'better for kids'
Holidaying in one place rather than rushing around is better for children, a travel expert has suggested. More »
By Sarah Engle, Banking - Tue 5 Aug 2008
Brits 'dipping into savings'
Britons are being forced to "dip into" their savings as the cost of living rises, it has been claimed. More »
By Sarah Engle, Banking - Tue 5 Aug 2008
Parents 'could help to advise youngsters on the credit crunch'
Parents could be a useful sounding board when it comes to youngsters learning how to deal with the credit crunch, it was suggested today. More »
By Sarah Engle, Banking - Tue 5 Aug 2008
No "magic solutions" exist for green cars ... yet
At the moment there are no "magic solutions" for people who want to drive completely eco-friendly cars, according to an expert in the sector. More »
By Tom Farley, Car Insurance - Wed 6 Aug 2008
Just one Pin for 6m Brits
Some six million British debit and credit cardholders have a single four-digit personal identification number (Pin) to avoid the need for remembering more, a new survey has found. More »
By Sarah Engle, Credit Cards - Wed 6 Aug 2008
Credit card fraudsters "haven't gone away"
Despite chip and Pin systems being introduced throughout the UK, credit card fraudsters are still at work, consumers are being warned. More »
By Sarah Engle, Credit Cards - Wed 6 Aug 2008
Economic downturn 'took people by surprise'
The credit crunch has seen day-to-day expenses rise and has made it more difficult to borrow money through loans and credit cards. More »
By Sarah Engle, Banking - Thu 7 Aug 2008
Credit crunch 'takes a chunk out of pensions'
People who are struggling to manage financially in the current economic climate are failing to put enough aside for old age, according to Prudential. More »
By Tom Farley, Pensions - Thu 7 Aug 2008
Homeowners advised to check they are protected against lightning
As the weather in the UK becomes more unpredictable, it is important to check your home insurance policy covers you for lightning strikes, Halifax claims. More »
By Marianne Straker, Home Insurance - Thu 7 Aug 2008
Credit crunch 'sees companies close pension schemes early'
Companies are more likely to close their pension schemes because of the existing economic climate, according to a consulting actuary. More »
By Tom Farley, Pensions - Thu 7 Aug 2008
'Predictable decision' from the Bank of England
The decision by the Bank of England to keep the interest rate at five per cent has not come as a surprise to many people, the Fair Investment Company claims. More »
By Jonathan Dawes, Mortgages - Fri 8 Aug 2008
Survey reveals top holiday grumbles
Being forced to pay extra for using debit and credit cards or mobiles abroad has come top in a poll of holiday irritations among Brits. More »
By Sarah Engle, Credit Cards - Fri 8 Aug 2008
Repossession figures 'not that bad'
The number of people who have fallen behind with mortgage repayments or had their homes repossessed in the first half of 2008 is relatively small, according to the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML). More »
By Jonathan Dawes, Mortgages - Fri 8 Aug 2008
Drivers 'reluctant to ditch their motors'
Petrol prices would have to hit £1.75 a litre before motorists would consider ditching their cars in favour of public transport, new research has found. More »
By Tom Farley, Car Insurance - Fri 8 Aug 2008
Credit crunch 'hits renters'
It has been well-documented in the media that some people are struggling to get loans to buy houses at the moment. More »
By Sarah Engle, Banking - Mon 11 Aug 2008
Home insurance 'vital during credit crunch'
As strapped-for-cash Brits start spending increasing amounts of their leisure time indoors, home insurance is more important than ever, according to Halifax. More »
By Marianne Straker, Home Insurance - Mon 11 Aug 2008
Lazy student stereotype 'is inaccurate'
Students are working their way through university in order to keep loans to a minimum and avoid being left with too much debt, according to new research. More »
By Sarah Engle, Banking - Mon 11 Aug 2008
Holidaymakers advised to avoid unnecessary costs
Brits are financially well-organised when it comes to their annual summer getaway, according to new research. More »
By Sarah Engle, Credit Cards - Mon 11 Aug 2008
People 'less inclined to save during credit crunch'
Saving has been pushed down Britons list of priorities as a result of the economic downturn, a new survey has revealed. More »
By Sarah Engle, Banking - Tue 12 Aug 2008
People can 'cut costs by getting hitched abroad'
Couples may be able to avoid taking out loans or running up huge credit card bills by tying the knot abroad, the British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba) claims. More »
By Sarah Engle, Banking - Tue 12 Aug 2008
Separate holiday home insurance 'may be unnecessary'
People who only visit their holiday home abroad occasionally do not necessarily need separate home insurance for their second property, the AA advises. More »
By Marianne Straker, Home Insurance - Tue 12 Aug 2008
Claiming back bank charges is "rife"
Reclaiming of bank charges is an ongoing process and it will carry on until everyone has claimed back what they are due, according to needanadvisor.com. More »
By Sarah Engle, Banking - Tue 12 Aug 2008
Student accounts 'are a good thing'
The high level of debt students leave university with as a result of loans, overdrafts and credit cards has been well-documented in the media. More »
By Sarah Engle, Banking - Wed 13 Aug 2008
Britain's elderly 'facing a retirement of debt'
People in the UK aged 55 and over are currently £66 billion in the red, according to Key Retirement Solutions. More »
By Tom Farley, Pensions - Wed 13 Aug 2008
First-time buyers 'may not be able to borrow as much as they want'
New regulations regarding valuing properties could make it more difficult for first-time buyers to be able to get a home loan as big as they may like, according to FirstRungNow. More »
By Jonathan Dawes, Mortgages - Wed 13 Aug 2008
'Too many Brits' travelling with out cover
Some 27 per cent of Brits have admitted they will not be taking out travel insurance for their summer holiday this year, Sainsbury's has revealed. More »
By Tom Farley, Travel Insurance - Wed 13 Aug 2008
Loans 'can be a competitive option'
Personal loans can prove more cost-effective than store cards, Alliance & Leicester claims. More »
By Sarah Engle, Loans - Thu 14 Aug 2008
First-time buyers 'could opt for a shared-equity mortgage'
Shared-equity mortgages are set to become more popular as the credit crunch continues, according to Click n go Mortgages. More »
By Jonathan Dawes, Mortgages - Thu 14 Aug 2008
Brits 'should think about life insurance'
Some 75 per cent of Brits do not have life insurance, new research has found. More »
By Marianne Straker, Life Insurance - Thu 14 Aug 2008
Motorists 'should compare insurance deals'
Drivers should carry out research to ensure they get the best car insurance deals when buying motors, esure has said. More »
By Tom Farley, Car Insurance - Thu 14 Aug 2008
'Debt puts school leavers off university'
A-level students are being put off university by the thought of the debt they may accumulate through loans, credit cards and overdrafts, new research has revealed. More »
By Sarah Engle, Loans - Fri 15 Aug 2008
Drink driving 'not worth the risk'
A drink driving conviction could "seriously" increase the cost of car insurance, Norwich Union has warned. More »
By Tom Farley, Car Insurance - Fri 15 Aug 2008
Non-Muslims 'may be interested in Islamic insurance'
Islamic car insurance and home insurance may appeal to non-Muslims because of its ethical nature, Salaam Halal claims. More »
By Tom Farley, Car Insurance - Fri 15 Aug 2008
AA welcomes clamp down on careless drivers
One of the UK's leading car insurance providers has welcomed the Ministry of Justice's announcement that it plans to clamp down on careless drivers. More »
By Tom Farley, Car Insurance - Fri 15 Aug 2008
Falling ill 'could scupper pension plans'
People need to consider the impact a critical illness could have on their ability to save into their pension, Legal & General has said. More »
By Tom Farley, Pensions - Fri 15 Aug 2008
Online banking 'helps Brits plan their finances'
The increase is the number of people banking online is a good thing, according to the Association of Payment Clearing Services (Apacs). More »
By Sarah Engle, Banking - Mon 18 Aug 2008
New service 'will help victims of identity fraud'
A new identity fraud service has been praised by the National Consumer Council (NCC). More »
By Sarah Engle, Banking - Mon 18 Aug 2008
Personal possessions cover 'is vital for expensive gadgets'
Brits need to make sure their home insurance includes personal possessions cover for the items they carry about on a daily basis, Zurich Insurance has warned. More »
By Marianne Straker, Home Insurance - Mon 18 Aug 2008
Brits heading outside western Europe 'need medical expenses cover'
Medical expenses travel insurance is more important for people who venture outside western Europe, according to the Association of British Insurers (ABI). More »
By Tom Farley, Travel Insurance - Mon 18 Aug 2008
Holiday home owners 'should check what their insurance policy includes'
People looking at taking out holiday home insurance might benefit from a policy with public liability and emergency travel cover, according to the AA. More »
By Marianne Straker, Home Insurance - Mon 18 Aug 2008
Customers 'should not settle for the first loan they are offered'
Brits need to compare loans rather than settling for the first deal they come across according to Moneyfacts. More »
By Sarah Engle, Loans - Mon 18 Aug 2008
More than half decide not to hit the road this bank holiday
Over half of UK motorists have decided not to drive anywhere for a bank holiday break, new research has revealed. More »
By Tom Farley, Car Insurance - Tue 19 Aug 2008
Credit card fraud 'on the rise'
Businesses need to do more to protect themselves and their customers from credit card fraud, according to the Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMIF). More »
By Sarah Engle, Credit Cards - Tue 19 Aug 2008
Savings 'should come before holidays'
Brits should consider putting saving for a rainy day before going away on holiday, Abbey Savings claims. More »
By Sarah Engle, Banking - Tue 19 Aug 2008
'Mortgage price war could reignite housing market'
The two biggest mortgage lenders in the UK, Abbey and Halifax, have entered a price war in an attempt to attract new mortgage customers, according to the Times. More »
By Jonathan Dawes, Mortgages - Tue 19 Aug 2008
Home insurance 'vital for expensive school kit'
As the cost of kitting kids out for school rises, some 20 per cent of parents have said they will use credit cards to pay for back to school clobber. More »
By Marianne Straker, Home Insurance - Wed 20 Aug 2008
Financial knowledge 'drops despite credit crunch'
Brits' knowledge of money matters is getting worse, according to new research. More »
By Sarah Engle, Credit Cards - Wed 20 Aug 2008
Secured loans 'a good option for homeowners'
Homeowners looking to borrow money may find a secured loan is the best option, according to the Thrifty Scot. More »
By Sarah Engle, Loans - Wed 20 Aug 2008
Online shoppers 'should opt for credit cards'
Shoppers who like to buy goods online are being advised to ditch their debit cards in favour of credit cards. More »
By Sarah Engle, Credit Cards - Thu 21 Aug 2008
Travel insurance 'unlikely to cover drunken accidents'
Holidaymakers who have been in an accident as a result of drinking alcohol are unlikely to secure a payout on their travel insurance, the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) has warned. More »
By Tom Farley, Travel Insurance - Thu 21 Aug 2008
Brits 'making it easy for burglars'
Halifax Home Insurance is warning Brits ahead of National Home Security Week to start being more careful about protecting their possessions. More »
By Marianne Straker, Home Insurance - Thu 21 Aug 2008
Borrowers 'need to keep an eye on their credit file'
People considering applying for a loan are being advised to check their credit file is up to date first. More »
By Sarah Engle, Loans - Thu 21 Aug 2008
Pet insurance 'could save pedigree dog owners thousands'
The average vet bill for dog owners in the UK is £320.92, but those who have a pedigree pooch the cost is likely to be considerably higher, according to Saga Pet Insurance. More »
By Marianne Straker, Pet Insurance - Thu 21 Aug 2008
Celebrities 'spark trend for handbag dogs'
The celebrity trend of buying small pedigree pets may be responsible for increased demand for 'handbag dogs', according to Sainsbury's Finance. More »
By Marianne Straker, Pet Insurance - Thu 21 Aug 2008
Property prices 'need to drop by a third'
House prices need to drop by 35 per cent in order to make property affordable for the average buyer, according to Firstrung. More »
By Jonathan Dawes, Mortgages - Thu 21 Aug 2008
Bank holiday passengers 'should make sure they have travel insurance'
British holidaymakers flying out of Gatwick airport on Monday should make sure they have adequate travel insurance, according to Asda Financial Services. More »
By Tom Farley, Travel Insurance - Thu 21 Aug 2008
Campers 'need to check they are fully covered'
Campers who are preparing to brave the bank holiday weather in Britain need to ensure their possessions are covered by either their home insurance or by travel insurance, according to the Fair Investment Company. More »
By Tom Farley, Travel Insurance - Fri 22 Aug 2008
Borrowers encouraged to 'compare loans'
As the interest rates on loans rise, it is more important than ever to shop around for the best deal, uSwitch claims. More »
By Sarah Engle, Loans - Fri 22 Aug 2008
Bank holiday motorists 'should make careful preparations'
The roads may be quieter than usual this bank holiday weekend but with the AA expecting 58,000 breakdown calls, drivers who do intend to be out and about may want to check they have sufficient breakdown cover. More »
By Jonathan Dawes, Breakdown Cover - Fri 22 Aug 2008
Travellers 'need to be more careful with cards'
British holidaymakers need to take better care of their debit cards and credit cards while abroad, CPP warns. More »
By Sarah Engle, Credit Cards - Tue 26 Aug 2008
UK 'still in the grip of the credit crunch'
With the credit crunch reaching its first anniversary this month, people may still struggle to secure loans and to cope with rising living costs, one expert has claimed. More »
By Sarah Engle, Loans - Tue 26 Aug 2008
Company pension schemes are 'hard to beat'
People who compare money saving deals for retirement will find work pensions are one of the best ways of saving for old age, the National Association of Pensions Funds (NAPF) claims. More »
By Tom Farley, Pensions - Tue 26 Aug 2008
Students should 'compare current accounts'
With living costs for students rising, it is important for people heading off to university to compare money saving deals, according to Halifax. More »
By Sarah Engle, Banking - Tue 26 Aug 2008
Credit card users 'may find it difficult to swap'
People with credit cards whose zero per cent balance transfer deals are close to expiring could find they have to settle up or face rising repayments, according to MoneyExpert. More »
By Sarah Engle, Credit Cards - Tue 26 Aug 2008
Parents of graduates 'should check their home insurance'
Parents of sons and daughters who are returning home after graduating from university need to consider reassessing their home insurance policies, according to Virgin Money. More »
By Marianne Straker, Home Insurance - Tue 26 Aug 2008
Car insurance 'is getting more expensive as the number of claims goes up'
The rising number of personal claims being made in the UK is pushing up the cost of car insurance, the Association of British Insurers claims. More »
By Tom Farley, Car Insurance - Wed 27 Aug 2008
Animals 'need pet insurance during the first year'
Pet insurance is especially important during the first year of an animal's life, according to the former president of the British Veterinary Association. More »
By Marianne Straker, Pet Insurance - Wed 27 Aug 2008
Credit card reward schemes 'are not always worth the effort'
Some of the reward schemes offered by credit card companies are a poor proposition, Sainsbury's Credit Cards claims. More »
By Sarah Engle, Credit Cards - Wed 27 Aug 2008
Credit cards 'can help students manage their money'
New research has revealed 37 per cent of students have a credit card and the average balance stands at £220. More »
By Sarah Engle, Credit Cards - Wed 27 Aug 2008
Government 'needs to protect tenants'
People in rented accommodation are just as prone to repossessions as homeowners, according to Shelter. More »
By Jonathan Dawes, Mortgages - Wed 27 Aug 2008
Stamp duty concerns 'mean people are staying put'
Speculation that the government may ditch stamp duty means many people are putting off arranging a home loan, iammoving.com claims. More »
By Jonathan Dawes, Mortgages - Wed 27 Aug 2008
Pet owners 'should stop feeding their animals treats'
If dog owners want to avoid making a claim on their pet insurance they should stop feeding their animals treats, the former president of the British Veterinary Association claims. More »
By Marianne Straker, Pet Insurance - Thu 28 Aug 2008
Cat burglars 'could be targeting your vehicle'
Drivers who are keen to protect the no claims bonus on their car insurance need to be on the look out for cat burglars, AA Insurance claims. More »
By Tom Farley, Car Insurance - Thu 28 Aug 2008
Students 'do not always need standalone home insurance'
As students prepare for life at university, moneysupermarket.com claims parents do not necessarily need to buy standalone home insurance for their kids. More »
By Marianne Straker, Home Insurance - Thu 28 Aug 2008
People looking for a loan 'need to act sooner rather than later'
Anyone considering taking out an unsecured personal loan needs to get their skates on, according to uSwitch. More »
By Sarah Engle, Loans - Thu 28 Aug 2008
Home insurance 'might not cover kids' parties'
Parents whose teenagers want to throw a house party to celebrate their exam results should be careful, Sainsbury's Home Insurance warns. More »
By Marianne Straker, Home Insurance - Thu 28 Aug 2008
House buyers 'opt for fixed rate loans'
Research by Nationwide has found the number of borrowers opting for fixed rate loans went up in August. More »
By Jonathan Dawes, Mortgages - Thu 28 Aug 2008
Credit crunch 'makes it harder to split up'
Would you stay in an unhappy relationship just for cheaper car insurance? More »
By Tom Farley, Car Insurance - Fri 29 Aug 2008
A loan 'could be better than forecourt finance'
When buying a new car, a loan could be a better bet than forecourt finance, according to Moneyfacts. More »
By Sarah Engle, Loans - Fri 29 Aug 2008
Family loans 'bite the dust'
The credit crunch is making family loans a thing of the past, according to a new survey. More »
By Sarah Engle, Loans - Fri 29 Aug 2008
Homebuyers 'should not expect a cut in the interest rate'
People who are looking at taking out a home loan may be interested to hear that the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) believes it is unlikely there will be a cut in the interest rate until it is clear inflation will not rise any further. More »
By Jonathan Dawes, Mortgages - Fri 29 Aug 2008
