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Online Spending on the Up05 Mar 2008  |  by Abigail Radnor
New figures show that more of us than ever are treating ourselves with purchases made online in 2008.
Piggy bank
Borrowing from the Bank of Mum and Dad07 Mar 2008  |  by Mark Dennis
New research reveals that many of us are draining our parents finances rather than controlling our own.
Recycling bags
An End to the Plastic Bag?10 Mar 2008  |  by Abigail Radnor
Why a government imposed levy on plastic bags could hit your wallet if you don't go green.
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Ofcom to Ban Unfair Charges10 Mar 2008  |  by Jennifer Louise Ebert
Communications regulator Ofcom are helping to give customers a fair deal by cracking down on 'unfair' phone and broadband charges.
Red house on money
Stamp Duty Up 82% For First Time Buyers11 Mar 2008  |  by Michael Saunders
New figures reveal that the stamp duty bill footed by first time buyers has almost doubled over the past 5 years.
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Card Fraud Losses Up 25% 12 Mar 2008  |  by Helen Raymond
New figures reveal that card fraud losses increased significantly in 2007 for the first time in two years.
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How Will The Budget Affect Your Wallet?13 Mar 2008  |  by Michael Saunders
Yesterday Chancellor Alistair Darling announced his first budget report, but what do these changes mean for your finances?
Crashed car
Motor Insurance Industry Soon To See Profit14 Mar 2008  |  by Rachael Lloyd
The motor industry is on course to make a profit in 2009 for the first time in 14 years.
Terraced houses
Property Market Still Slowing14 Mar 2008  |  by Jennifer Louise Ebert
Six months after the start of the credit crunch the property market is still stalling.
Vegetables
Shop Ocado for Tesco Prices18 Mar 2008  |  by Rachael Lloyd
Get quality food for less with Ocado's new price match promise.
Stressed man
Debt is Hitting Home for Many18 Mar 2008  |  by Sarah Booth
The rising cost of living has driven an influx of struggling homeowners to the Citizens Advice Bureau for guidance.
House for sale
Crash Looms as 125% Mortgages Withdrawn18 Mar 2008  |  by Anthony J. Bounds
With the last 125% deal pulled from the market we ask how this major turnaround is going to affect the property market.
Yatch
Why a Million is No Longer Enough19 Mar 2008  |  by Jennifer Louise Ebert
New research finds that we now need £6million to enjoy the luxury lifestyle of a 'millionaire'.
Insurance form
1 in 4 Brits Could Be Left Uninsured20 Mar 2008  |  by Sarah Booth
New research shows almost 14 million Brits could unintentionally be invalidating their insurance policies.
Empty wallet
Bills Climbing Faster than Salaries25 Mar 2008  |  by Jennifer Louise Ebert
Homeowners are being left out of pocket as the cost of household bills rises faster than their pay.
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The Credit Crunch - Is the Worst Over?26 Mar 2008  |  by Michael Saunders
A boost in banking stock across the globe has led to rumours that the worst of the credit crunch has passed, but is this really the case?
Chess pieces
Property Market in Stalemate27 Mar 2008  |  by Daniel Calloway
Potential buyers are biding their time before stepping onto the market as lenders cut two thirds of mortgage deals.
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Charitable Spending on the Up28 Mar 2008  |  by Abigail Radnor
Brits donated over £1billion to charity in 2007 using their credit and debit cards.
Empty house
£310million Wasted on Life Assurance31 Mar 2008  |  by Sarah Booth
Brits could be wasting over £310million a year by sticking with life assurance from their mortgage provider.
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