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Changes to Debt Recovery Procedures

23rd July 2009
The seven day letter before action is not yet a thing of the past. However, the conduct of the Claimant before the issue of proceedings is now under scrutiny following the implication of new practice directions and pre-action conduct guidelines. The ne... Read >
Author: Franklins Solicitors LLP

Debt Management During the Recession

17th July 2009
Surviving the recession is something on all our minds these days. And while there are many issues that come to mind, the one at the forefront seems to be debt management. Facing up to financial issues immediately will be key in getting through. There is a... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer

Debt Help for the Under 25 Demographic

04th July 2009
Personal debt levels have risen dramatically in the United Kingdom over the past few years. Numerous factors have contributed to this increase. Current statistics have also showed that the demographic group of people under the age of 25 has also seen a ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer

What Happens If You Fall Behind On Your Mortgage Repayments?

12th May 2009
More and more people are feeling the pressure as bills mount up and they fall behind with their mortgage repayments. Often they do not face up to the situation until they are taken to court. And sadly, in about 20 per cent of cases the Consumer Credit Cou... Read >
Author: michael challiner

Repossession Time Bomb

17th April 2009
Rapid Home Solutions can help you avoid repossession by buying your house fast for cash. Before you take up this option you should explore other options to get back on track with your mortgage payments and stop repossession. You can look at cutting ba... Read >
Author: devk

Repossession Watch – Don’t Be One of the Unlucky Ones

06th March 2009
Repossessions doubled in 2008 and expectations are that things will be worse in 2009! The council of mortgage Lenders has predicted that repossessions for the coming year could reach 75,000. Figures suggest that the South West, Midlands and London have... Read >
Author: SearchPath

What to do if in Debt

25th September 2008
Are you concerned about meeting your next mortgage payment? Have you taken out a credit card to pay another? If your finances are maxed out it is time to wake up and take charge of the situation. Falling into debt is not usually a result of irrespons... Read >
Author: SEO Positive

Millions Of People Accepted For Credit Cards Without Income Checks

22nd July 2008
Almost 5 million people have been accepted for credit cards in the past year, without having to submit proof of income, according to a YouGov poll. In a survey, 4.8 million people who have applied for credit cards in the past year were not asked to pro... Read >
Author: Honor

Mortgage Debt Will Affect Pensioners

21st July 2008
A third of the UK population who are in or nearing retirement, owe a whopping £207 billion in outstanding mortgage debt; averaging at £37,316 per head reveals a new report from Key Retirement Solutions, the leading independent equity release specialist.... Read >
Author: Ruth

What makes a typical equity release customer?

18th July 2008
Ten years ago equity release was an afterthought and for those already retired, with 70 being the average age of a typical customer. The main reasons for this was that the majority retiring at this time would be 65, have reasonable final salary pensions ... Read >
Author: Daniel Collins

Get Help From The UK Government To Ease Your Poor Credit Problems

01st July 2008
There is government help available for businesses and corporations seeking debt relief. Another option offered by the government is debt consolidation loans; however these must be paid back. Consumer credit services which will help you pay off your bill... Read >
Author: Amy Whittingham

Many Brits Take Out Personal Loans In Secret

25th May 2008
Taking out an unsecured personal loan still carries a social stigma, according to a study by Abbey Loans. A large amount of Britons are taking out loans in secret, as they are too ashamed to admit their financial position to friends and family. Over £7 b... Read >
Author: Mark Skinner

Britons Lead The Way In Europe For Credit Card Use

20th May 2008
Figures released by the Bank of England have revealed that Britons had wracked up an astonishing £54.93 billion worth of credit card debt by the end of 2007. It is no surprise then that people in Britain are twice as likely to have plastic credit the... Read >
Author: Phil

Prepare Your Kids For a Debt Free Future

08th May 2008
Debt is an increasing concern for many people and is a subject that is currently dominating the headlines. As adults it is our duty to warn our children about drink and drugs, and perhaps now more than ever we should consider educating our children about ... Read >
Author: Carole

Young Homebuyers in Debt

08th April 2008
Buying your first house can be very exciting but it can be a very stressful time as well due to the amount of financial support that is often needed. Many young homebuyers are taking out expensive personal loans and overdrafts so that they will be able... Read >
Author: Gill

Worried About Debt

22nd February 2008
A leading loan company has discovered that a third of adults worry about managing their debts. Around 33% of people asked said that they were concerned about how they were managing the debt they had as a result of having their credit cards, loans and m... Read >
Author: Gill

Do the right thing at right time

15th February 2008
The management of debt has always been a cause of concern for individuals burdened by debt. Most of the customers, surprisingly, remain confused with the laws and procedures governing debt management. The UK has been a pioneer in the field of debt managem... Read >
Author: Aisha Cristal

Free Debt Help Options

14th November 2007
Debt Help in the UK is now in great demand. There are actually a number of debt help solutions available to you from numerous sources. From specialist debt help companies to companies trying to convince you to take on a debt consolidation loan. The botto... Read >
Author: Paul Hockney

Lowered credit card limits may not be a bad thing

15th October 2007
In recent weeks, newspapers have reported that high street banks are slashing credit card limits and turning down more applications than last year. In addition, banks are purportedly monitoring credit card users more closely for impending signs of troubl... Read >
Author: Andrew Regan

Debt Consolidation Loans- Let yourself free

06th March 2007
Tired of multiple debts? Want to get rid of frequent defaults and arrears on your repayment accounts? Apply for a debt consolidation loan that will not only help you to clear your existing credit cards, store cards, loans and other debts but replace them ... Read >
Author: Alexa Wilsoon

Mortgages : Warnings as salary multiple allowances reach 5 times salary.

13th December 2006
Abbey, Britain's second largest home loan provider, came under fire at the beginning of November 2006 after it announced its intention to offer borrowers mortgages for up to five times their salary in order to help them gain a foothold on the property l... Read >
Author: martymac

Rising loan debt blamed on government regulations and rising utility bills.

07th December 2006
In recent years, financial analysts and organisations have increasingly led calls for a curb on the amount of borrowing people in Britain undertake, whether through loans, credit cards or other means. The average Briton is said to be under greater financi... Read >
Author: martymac

UK debt increases: but it's nothing to do with a mortgage

27th September 2006
Debt charities have reported they are hearing from an increasing number of people whose spending is out of control. On average, people who turn to the Consumer Credit Counselling Service for advice owe £31,000 which does not include their mortgage. Th... Read >
Author: michael challiner

Unregulated Loans Can Be a Trap

26th September 2006
The unregulated loans owe its origin to the Consumer Credit Act 1974 which covers all loans up to a value of £ 25000. Unregulated Loans are those loans that, at present are from £ 25000 to £ 100000. Normally, loans in UK start from the nominal amount of £... Read >
Author: Alison White

Credit cards, loans, mortgages, what can be done to reduce the UK personal debt burden

30th June 2006
The Consumer Credit Counselling Service (CCCS) announced recently that levels of 'extreme debt' in the UK are worsening. According to the report 280,000 CCCS customers who were aged between 40 and 59 were shown to be in possession of the highest levels o... Read >
Author: Richard Green

9 Simple Steps On How To File Bankruptcy

08th February 2006
Copyright 2006 Dean Shainin A bankruptcy is the last option any businessman wants to take. They can cause a big dent on their credit rating and deeply ruin their reputation. But sometimes filing for bankruptcy is the only solution to get a person out o... Read >
Author: Dean Shainin

The Long Financial Winter – Protect your home

02nd February 2006
This time of year is always financially hard for families who may have over spent between Christmas and the New Year. Last year house repossessions in the 1st half of the year were 33% higher than at the end of the year. The Council of Mortgage Lenders ... Read >
Author: sam lowe