Guides and advice

Guides about everyday banking, mortgages and debt. This is general information, not personal advice, and it does not recommend products or firms.

Banks

Applying for your first Credit Card

Applying for - and getting - your first credit card is a huge milestone, and almost a rite of passage. Here's how to make the process easier.

13 August 2015 · The Zen Pen

Banks

A look at the different ways that you can send money abroad safely using credit cards, money transfer operators, banks, Forex and more.

26 June 2015 · Chris Haycock

Banks

Waiting for that cheque clears into your bank account can seem like months, if you're waiting to access that cash. Here's why...

25 June 2015 · Chris Haycock

Debt advice

Struggling to repay your debts? We take a look at Individual Voluntary Arrangements (IVAs), and why they are better than bankrupcy.

23 June 2015 · Chris Haycock

Mortgages

If you own your house you'll know that your mortgage takes a huge chunk of your salary. But what if you are struggling to pay?

23 June 2015 · Chris Haycock

Banks

Putting aside money for a rainy day is important. Learn about investing in the stock market, and about the importance of timing for investors.

19 June 2015 · Maria Brown

Debt advice

Since the recession it's become more difficult to get credit. Here are 11 easy ways that you can drastically improve your credit rating.

19 June 2015 · Chris Haycock