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What is a Standing Order?
Anyone with a bank account can set up standing orders to take care of regular payments. In this guide, we explain how they work and why they’re a good idea.
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The different types of bank accounts available to you
Money management is essential, and the right bank account will ensure your cash is safe and working for you. Make sure you open the right one with our guide.
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What is a Direct Debit?
Direct Debits are the easiest way to schedule vital monthly payments, such as your rent, mortgage and utility bills, and ensure they go out of your current account on time.
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How do credit reference agencies work?
Credit reference agencies are the go-to places for banks and other lenders after they get requests for credit from the likes of you and me. This is why it’s important to know who they are and how they work
What they already know about you
How long does bankruptcy stay on your credit report?
Becoming bankrupt is one way of dealing with debts, but it will affect your credit rating. Here we explain everything you need to know.
It does clear eventually
How to deal with defaults on your debt
If you fail to make debt payments on time, you could be issued with a default. Here’s what you need to know about them and what to do next
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