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The Hidden danger of Loan Sharks – what you need to know
If you're worried about someone you've borrowed money from, you're not alone - and you haven't done anything wrong. Learn how to spot a loan shark and where to get safe, free help that puts your wellbeing first.

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May 122 min read
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The rise in scam Bailiffs, and how to spot these fraudsters
The rise of ‘scam bailiffs’ - fraudulent individuals posing as Enforcement Agents, has been a major topic in the press

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Feb 253 min read
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Strategies For Managing Money Anxiety and Improving Your Finances
Money anxiety is a common experience for many people, and it can have a significant impact on their mental health. This is especially...

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Apr 24, 20232 min read
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Prepare for your Council Tax bill
Local Authorities up and down the country are preparing domestic properties’ new bills for the upcoming financial year. Your new...

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Mar 14, 20231 min read
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We now offer Open Banking
We are pleased to announce that we now offer Open Banking as a payment method to our customers. What is Open Banking? Open banking is the...
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Aug 24, 20221 min read
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We've partnered with StepChange for Debt Awareness Week 2022
Debt Awareness Week aims to increase awareness of problem debt, and the advice and solutions available to help. By bringing our money proble

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Mar 18, 20223 min read
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1. Face up to the facts
The first step towards a debt-free future is to admit that you have a problem. Don’t bury your head in the sand.

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Mar 3, 20201 min read
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2. Get organised; list your income and expenses
Start by looking through your recent bank statements and making two columns: one for incomes, and one for outgoings, this will help you see

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Mar 3, 20201 min read
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3. Prioritise your debt
Assess which outgoings are completely necessary. Your debts should of course come first, followed by any bills, direct debits...

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Mar 3, 20201 min read
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4. Make cutbacks to reduce your expenses
Now that you’re starting to make your way out of debt, it’s time to make sure you stay out. Start by cutting down on what you don’t really n

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Mar 3, 20201 min read
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5. Shop around for savings
Use comparison sites to make sure that you're on the right mobile tariff, and aren't paying too much on your energy bills.

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Mar 3, 20201 min read
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6. Boost your income
After you’ve cut all you can, it’s time to start boosting your income. There are plenty of ways to boost your income

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Mar 3, 20201 min read
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7. Never borrow more money to pay off debts
Although quick fixes like payday loans may seem like easy money, they often come with phenomenally high rates of interest and numerous other

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Mar 3, 20201 min read
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Introduce 'No-Spend' Days
On the quieter days of the week - Monday and Thursday being the obvious examples, keep any cash or credit cards firmly in your wallet.

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Feb 11, 20201 min read
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Think of your Credit Card as a 'Debt' Card
The clue is in the name when it comes to the biggest problem with credit cards; as soon as you start using one, you're in debt not credit.

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Feb 11, 20201 min read
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Leave Your Credit Cards at Home
It can often be difficult to stick to your budget when you have a credit card or debit card in your wallet. Avoid overspending...

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Feb 11, 20201 min read
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Identify Your Spending Priorities
It's important to balance your income and planned expenditure each month to avoid overspending.

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Feb 11, 20201 min read
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Check your Insurance Policies
If you're a responsible adult who takes the occasional holiday, chances are you'll have an insurance or two - from health and home, to trave

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Feb 11, 20201 min read
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Keep Track of all Your Expenses
Write all of your monthly spends down in a fit-for purpose spreadsheet. It's the small purchases that really count here. You might think tha

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Jan 22, 20201 min read
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Shop Around for Utilities
To find out if you're getting the best deal, use an online price comparison tool. Once you've secured the most cost-effective deal, make sur

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Jan 22, 20201 min read
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