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Nov 19, 2018
Soaring rail and petrol costs have made commuting to work quite an expensive endeavour, putting a significant dent in today’s stagnant pay packets. Inflation will cause rail fares to rise by a whopping 4.1 per cent next year, meaning commuters will have to spend the first hour of work every day simply paying for their…
Nov 13, 2018
When it’s time to take a vacation, wouldn’t you love to travel to an exotic destination that’s filled with some real surprises? While most British citizens generally holiday in Southern Europe, you can venture off the beaten path to discover something new and unforgettable. A trip to any one of the following destinations will help…
Nov 6, 2018
No one likes to receive phone calls from their creditors, but if circumstances have made it impossible to pay your bills on time, then the calls are going to come sooner or later. However, just because you have fallen behind on your payments doesn’t mean that debt collection phone calls have to be an entirely…
Nov 1, 2018
Many recent studies paint a grim picture of the state of personal debt in the United Kingdom. According to the Family Finances Report from the insurance firm Aviva, the average British household owes nearly 13,000 pounds in unsecured loans in July 2018. This figure hasn’t been so high for the past two years, which shows…
Oct 29, 2018
While they are rather simplistic in nature, there is much confusion surrounding tax credits. Tax credits are simply tax payments received from the government. If you are a parent, you may qualify for the Child Tax Credit. If you are currently working, but are in a low-income bracket, you may be eligible for the Working…
Oct 18, 2018
The UK has a long tradition of providing higher education to its qualified populace. However, as of September 1, 2012, all UK students are able to apply for tuition loans that cover their course fees as well as maintenance loans for covering living expenses, such as food and housing. Current State of Student Finance Current…
Oct 16, 2018
With Thursday’s deadline looming, World Bank president, Jim Yong Kim, urged the United States to reach a deal, stating that the US was only “days away from a very dangerous moment.” Facing unprecedented consequences, the state of the US, UK, and the entire world hinges greatly on the ability of US policymakers to come to…
Sep 27, 2018
More and more consumers are using the Internet to buy groceries, clothes, magazine subscriptions, and even jewelry. Why pay £400 for a video player when a quick online search can tell you it’s available elsewhere for £200 or less? There are lots of different ways to save money when shopping online. You can use price…
Sep 2, 2018
Getting behind on any type of payment is extremely scary. This is even more truthful when it comes to your mortgage. Having your cell phone turned off or your electricity shut down for a few days does not even seem to matter in comparison to losing your home. If you find that you have fallen…
Aug 13, 2018
Bankruptcy can be a difficult process for anyone, but by thoroughly researching and understanding the process of bankruptcy, individuals can avoid the hardship of a long and complicated bankruptcy. This is especially relevant for individuals in the United Kingdom, which has a more complex bankruptcy process compared to the United States and other parts of…