Britons are focusing on settling their debts because saving rates are not particularly high at the moment. This is according to Ed Bowsher, head of consumer finance at lovemoney.com, who said that people believe such action will mean that they…
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Consumers may be able to manage their debt levels better by switching to more competitive online energy plans for their homes. According to uSwitch.com, these products are approximately £300 a year less expensive than standard plans, which means householders could…
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Those in debt and others in the UK appear to have altered their financial attitudes because of the effects of the recession felt in 2009. This is according to a new survey by the Charities Aid Foundation, conducted by Gfk,…
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Britons have been urged to consider saving for next Christmas now, particularly if they have found it difficult financially this festive season. Citizens Advice has partnered with the Office of Fair Trading and will – as part of its Save…
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Those struggling with debt management issues may be able to save £1,000 by the end of 2010 if they make good financial resolutions at the start of the year. This is according to a survey conducted by Which?, revealing that…
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Debt problems are still apparent for many Britons, as newly released figures have revealed that savings levels have dropped, while debt levels have remained stable. Statistics from unbiased.co.uk have shown that, in the third quarter of 2009, the amount saved…
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Those struggling with debt management issues will find it increasingly hard to save money in the new year, it has been claimed. According to Ed Bowsher, head of consumer finance at lovemoney.com, this is in large part because of the…
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Those experiencing debt management problems have been advised to consider reviewing their budgets with care. Martin Bamford, a chartered financial planner for Informed Choice, made this suggestion, observing that the second half of the coming year will bring money troubles…
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