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Lloyds TSB and HBOS Seek Funding for Merger03 Nov 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
The creation of the UK's biggest bank looks set to go ahead.

Motorists Urged to Protect Their No Claims Bonus03 Nov 2008 | by Mark Harris
Guarding a no claims bonus could be the answer to finding cheaper car insurance.

Brits Dream of Becoming Millionaires03 Nov 2008 | by Michael Ross
The credit crunch is failing to dampen people's dreams of becoming rich.

Investor Optimism Returning03 Nov 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
Could November turn out to be a bullish month for equities?

Financial Crisis 'Threatens Affordable Housing Plans'03 Nov 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
Ministers are being urged to cut targets for new house building.

Purrmuda Triangle Highlights Importance of Adequate Pet Insurance 03 Nov 2008 | by Mark Harris
Pet owners are being urged to check their insurance following a spate of cat disappearances.

Sipp Investors Facing Extra Costs for Protected Rights03 Nov 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
Protected rights are now allowed in Sipps, but some providers are charging extra, it has been found.

Cancer Sufferers 'Need Help With Energy Bills'03 Nov 2008 | by Jayne Davison
Macmillan is calling on the government to provide gas and electricity help for those living with cancer.

Pension Funds Hit by Tax Grabs03 Nov 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
Legislation introduced by previous chancellors has been responsible for the problems facing company pensions, it has been suggested.

Kazakhstani Bank Issues Diamond-Inlaid Credit Card

Diamond-Inlaid Credit Card Laced with Gold Issued by Kazakhstani Bank03 Nov 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
Some of the richest people in Kazakhstan are being offered a credit card with a difference.

Home Insurance Small Print 'Should be Checked Ahead of Christmas'04 Nov 2008 | by Mark Harris
Burglars, burst water pipes, freezer breakdowns and festive accidents can all lead to a stressful Christmas.

New Company to Oversee Government Bank Shareholdings04 Nov 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
The government's banking investments are to be managed from arms length.

Skipton and Scarborough Building Societies to Merge04 Nov 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
Another two building societies are to join forces and strengthen their positions as the banking crisis unfolds.

Self-Help Debt Advice 'Needs Overhaul'04 Nov 2008 | by Michael Ross
Consumers are being penalised for attempting to sort out their financial problems by themselves, it has been claimed.

Banks 'May Not Pass on Rate Cuts'04 Nov 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
Mortgage borrowers are unlikely to see a reduction in their repayments any time soon, it has been suggested.

Homeowners Adding Value With Loft Conversions04 Nov 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
A loft conversion could boost the value of a property and reduce the amount homeowners have to borrow on their next mortgage, it has been claimed.

Icesave Compensation Process Kicks Off04 Nov 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
Icesave depositors will soon be reunited with their cash.

RBS Poised to Post Annual Loss04 Nov 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
Profits could be difficult to achieve for RBS this year.

Brits 'Missing Out' on Pensions Tax Relief04 Nov 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
Pensions have a number of tax advantages, but a new survey shows many savers are oblivious to them.