Why you need to consider more than price when buying travel insurance
18/05/2012
It can be tempting to try and save money by either not buying travel insurance at all or purchasing the cheapest policy you can find. The likelihood is, however, that opting for the cheapest product will leave you underinsured.
Brits ‘underestimating cost of milestone events’Whether it's tying the knot, raising their first child or preparing for university, Brits are drastically underestimating the cost of life’s big events, according to the latest research released by HSBC. |
Barclaycard take contactless technology up a levelThis year's Barclaycard Wireless Festival will offer a complete contactless payment system to allow festival-goers to spend more time enjoying music and less time queuing at the bar. The company has announced the new wireless limit of £20 will also be in force throughout the weekend. |
Bank of England inflation report May 2012 breakdownThe Bank of England's inflation report was released today, with the contents potentially having an impact on your finances. This guide outlines the big announcements and how they could impact you. |
Bank of England inflation report for May 2012The Bank of England has announced its inflation report for May 2012. The report suggests that GDP will be less than expected, inflation targets will take longer to reach and household costs are likely to remain high. |
Green-fingered Brits spend £3.9bn on gardensThousands of Brits eager to mark 2012 with sporting and royalty themed parties are set to spend £3.9 billion on sprucing up their gardens, a new study shows. Households in the East Midlands and North West of England are expected to fork out the most. Double-dip recession 'leaves Britons worried about their finances'Many people are worried about their financial situation, according to a new survey. Cash for Goals highlights England's value per goalCurry's and PC World have released research that highlights the amount of money per goal that it has cost to pay some of England's top footballers. The research comes in tandem with today's England squad announcement from Roy Hodgson. |
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What is the public's perception of payday loans?The public's perception of payday loans is very different to that of policymakers, according to research from the Consumer Finance Association. Many people feel the charges are clearly explained and that providers treat them with respect. |
The Queen's Banking Reform Bill could 'end' free bankingMoneySupermarket's head of banking believes that the banking reforms announced in the Queen's Speech could signal an end to free banking. Under the reforms banks will have to keep investment and retail operations separate in order to reduce the risk in losing customers' hard earned cash. |
Win Metro Bank goodie basket in the dog biscuit challengeMetro Bank is offering pet owners the chance to win one of 12 goodie baskets for their canine companions. The dog friendly bank is running a taste test on three biscuits and is inviting pooches to pick their favourite flavour. |
Women more likely to make the most of loyalty cardsAn estimated 13.8 million women make the most of loyalty cards, compared with just 8.8 million men, a new study suggests. Standard Life said around 42 per cent of shoppers aged 18 to 34 currently use the cards, up from 27 per cent three years ago. |
Online energy prices 'creeping up'The cost of online energy prices is slowly creeping up, according to research from uSwitch. They are advising people to take advantage of competitive tariff prices instead of having to pay more than is needed on energy bills. |
Declining bank lending - what options do businesses have left?With restricted access to bank finance, many businesses need to explore alternative forms of borrowing. There is certainly no shortage of options, with bridging loans and peer-to-peer borrowing two of the options on the table. |
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MBNA launches 20 month 0% balance transfer deal
MBNA has announced a balance transfer credit card offering zero per cent interest for 20 months for new customers. The card, with a representative rate of 16.9% APR variable, also offers zero per cent on purchases for the first three months. Buying products on finance
Buying products on finance can breakdown large payments, grow your credit rating and aid in the management of your household budget. If you are considering paying for a product on finance, it is important to note the pros and cons of managing your money in this way. |
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