News Archive - Articles Published during May 2009
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74% 'Avoid Borrowing' as Economy Worsens01 May 2009 | by Michael Ross
Britons have decided to 'steer clear' of further debt according to the new poll.
Britons have decided to 'steer clear' of further debt according to the new poll.
FSA 'Making Changes to Annuities Advice'01 May 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
A complaint from Legal & General has resulted in real time quotes becoming a 'real possibility'.
A complaint from Legal & General has resulted in real time quotes becoming a 'real possibility'.
People 'Should Plan for Inheritance Tax'01 May 2009 | by Michael Ross
Seeking financial advice on inheritance tax can lessen the burden when it needs to be paid, according to an expert.
Seeking financial advice on inheritance tax can lessen the burden when it needs to be paid, according to an expert.
Car Keys 'More Important to Criminals'01 May 2009 | by Mark Harris
A car insurance provider has urged customers to take better care of their keys in order to prevent thefts.
A car insurance provider has urged customers to take better care of their keys in order to prevent thefts.
Burglary Fears 'Rising' 01 May 2009 | by Mark Harris
A large number of Britons feel more at risk of being burgled than in the past, a new study shows.
A large number of Britons feel more at risk of being burgled than in the past, a new study shows.
March Sees Rise in Mortgage Approvals01 May 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
Mortgage approvals went up by four percent during March, fuelling speculation that the housing market is returning to normality.
Mortgage approvals went up by four percent during March, fuelling speculation that the housing market is returning to normality.
Only One Household Helped by Mortgage Rescue Scheme01 May 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
A flagship government policy to help struggling homeowners has only aided one household so far, figures show.
A flagship government policy to help struggling homeowners has only aided one household so far, figures show.
Pet Owners 'Should Buy Cover Straight Away'01 May 2009 | by Mark Harris
Pet insurance should be purchased as soon as an animal is bought, according to one cover provider.
Pet insurance should be purchased as soon as an animal is bought, according to one cover provider.
Equity Release Loan Amounts 'Rise 15%'01 May 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
An industry group has claimed that the loans are bearing up, despite falling house prices.
An industry group has claimed that the loans are bearing up, despite falling house prices.
Bankers Criticised by MPs for 'Comprehensive Failure'01 May 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
Financial firms wrongly prioritised profit over risk in the run up to the crunch, according to a new report.
Financial firms wrongly prioritised profit over risk in the run up to the crunch, according to a new report.
Banks Face Criticism for PPI Decision05 May 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
Barclays and Lloyds are battling the Competition Commission following its ban on 'point of sale' loans insurance.
Barclays and Lloyds are battling the Competition Commission following its ban on 'point of sale' loans insurance.
UK Debt Statistics Show Modest Rise05 May 2009 | by Michael Ross
Total personal debts are still increasing - but the rate of increase is slower than before.
Total personal debts are still increasing - but the rate of increase is slower than before.
Travel Sector is a 'Target' for Credit Card Fraudsters05 May 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
UK payments association Apacs has suggested that buying airline tickets with stolen credit card details will always be attractive for fraudsters.
UK payments association Apacs has suggested that buying airline tickets with stolen credit card details will always be attractive for fraudsters.
Cost-Cutters 'Drink Drive to Save Money' 05 May 2009 | by Mark Harris
Unnecessary car insurance claims could result from Britons' irresponsible behaviour, according to one provider.
Unnecessary car insurance claims could result from Britons' irresponsible behaviour, according to one provider.
TalkTalk Introduces Free Local Landline Calls05 May 2009 | by Jayne Davison
Telecoms firm believes BT customers could save £448 million by switching provider.
Telecoms firm believes BT customers could save £448 million by switching provider.
Travel Insurance Firms Criticised for Swine Flu Policies05 May 2009 | by Mark Harris
Consumer group criticises news that some consumers have been unable to claim for cancelled Mexico trips.
Consumer group criticises news that some consumers have been unable to claim for cancelled Mexico trips.
Prudential to Offer Life Insurance to HIV Sufferers05 May 2009 | by Mark Harris
Insurance provider is to extend its life cover to people with HIV in what is being described as a market first.
Insurance provider is to extend its life cover to people with HIV in what is being described as a market first.
'End in Sight' for House Price Slump05 May 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
The decline in property prices will end early next year - but recovery will be slow, according to analysts.
The decline in property prices will end early next year - but recovery will be slow, according to analysts.
ISAs Boosted as Redemptions Drop05 May 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
The number of people cashing in their investment ISAs is down, due to reports suggesting 'green shoots' of economic recovery.
The number of people cashing in their investment ISAs is down, due to reports suggesting 'green shoots' of economic recovery.
Brits Set for 'Inheritance Shock'05 May 2009 | by Michael Ross
Falling property prices mean that many will get less than they expect, according to Friends Provident.
Falling property prices mean that many will get less than they expect, according to Friends Provident.
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