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18th July 2008 - Balance transfer sector 'has escaped worst of crunch'
The credit card balance transfer market remains competitive despite the credit crunch, it has been claimed.

17th July 2008 - Crunch proving a boon for savers
Savers are currently benefiting from interest rates as much as 1.30 per cent higher than they were in 2006, it has been discovered.

16th July 2008 - Government throws lifeline to first time buyers
First time buyers have been handed a fillip in the form of a new government scheme to help them get on the housing ladder.

5th June 2008 - OFT issues warning over debt letters
Consumers have been warned not to respond to unsolicited mail that urges them to cancel their individual voluntary arrangement (IVA) and opt for an alternative debt management solution.

4th June 2008 - Energy price rises hit Brits hardest
British consumers have been hit by the most dramatic gas and electricity prices rises in western Europe, it has been revealed.

3rd June 2008 - Debt levels poised to skyrocket as cards become more costly
Credit card companies are continuing to make borrowing money more expensive, fuelling predictions that consumer debt levels will soar this year.

10th April 2008 - Brits taking on debt to impress their peers
Millions of Britons are running up huge debts on credit cards and personal loans in the name of keeping up appearances, it has been revealed.

10th April 2008 - Insurer issues warning to homeowners
Millions of British households who employ help around the home could be placing themselves at an increased risk of theft, one of the UK's largest home insurance providers has warned.

8th April 2008 - £3m of grants to improve access to property market
New measures been announced to help first time buyers and low income groups with the costs of entering the housing market.

29th February 2008 - Finances 'starts to worry British women
Women are feeling the pinch when it comes to sorting out their finances, according to a new survey charting the mood of the UK's female population.

29th February 2008 - Rising bills start to squeeze consumers
Consumers are feeling the pressure as a result of rising bills, with many pessimistic about their financial future, new research suggests.

27th February 2008 - Brits patch over debts with credit cards
Britons are using their credit cards to patch over their debt problems, as they struggle to cope with rising bills and the impact of inflation, a leading debt charity has warned.

25th January 2008 - Home improvements 'can be beneficial during slowdown'
Home improvements can be beneficial to people who are looking to sell their properties as the economic climate worsens, one expert has suggested.

24th January 2008 - Consumers 'do not understand green energy'
Consumers are keen to switch to a cheaper energy supplier to help with debt payments but are not buying into green energy policies, it has been suggested.

23rd January 2008 - Most Brits have Christmas debts 'under control'
A majority of consumers around the UK have their Christmas-related debts under control despite relying heavily on credit to fund their expenditure last month, it has been claimed.

18th January 2008 - Consumers 'Give property market frosty reception'
The number of potential buyers and agreed sales fell over the festive period, the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) has announced.

17th January 2008 - Brits 'should increase focus on personal finance'
Consumers should spend more time working towards understanding finance and making finance comparisons to get the most out of their money, it has been suggested.

17th January 2008 - January bills 'should not be ignored'
Consumers who put off paying bills in January could end up in a more difficult personal finance situation as a result, one firm is warning.

10th January 2008 - Brits 'should save for a rainy day'
Consumers who hope to avoid trouble with debt should try to save around six months' worth of salary, one personal finance body has stated.

9th January 2008 - Green installations 'could boost property values'
Green features installed in British homes could well influence the value of such properties in the future, it has been suggested.

8th January 2008 - House price index 'does not signal a turnaround'
The latest figures from the Halifax house price index are surprising in that they suggest a rise in property values, one industry body has claimed.

4th January 2008 - Secured lending demand 'remains robust'
The demand from consumers for secured lending has remained strong in recent months while supply has been constrained.

4th January 2008 - Consumers 'are unaware of advisers' status'
UK financial advice services that provide help with money to the public are in urgent need of a change, according to one personal finance commentator.

3rd January 2008 - Debtors struggling with repayments 'have options'
Anyone struggling to cope with credit card debt has a number of options open to them, it has been claimed by one personal finance institution.

1st January 2008 - Financial healthcheck 'sensible in 2008'
With the new year in full swing, consumers are likely to be trying to keep up with the good intentions of their latest resolutions - get a 2008 financial healthcheck

1st January 2008 - New year 'heralds tricky financial time'
With 2008 set to be a difficult year for the personal finance situations of many Britons, one price comparisons site has offered tips on how to minimise the burden.

1st January 2008 - Consumers 'should assess green claims carefully'
Investors concerned about the ethical credentials of firms that provide them with personal finance services should check their policies in detail, it has been suggested.

3rd December 2007
With Christmas shopping under their belts, many UK shoppers have pursued the next festive traditions by finding places to hide their gifts.

30th November 2007
Britons may find themselves needing help with money after becoming victims of opportunistic thieves, it has been suggested.

30th November 2007
The Christmas rush is likely to provide welcome relief for the country's retailers, it has been claimed.

15th November 2007
As much as £53 billion is expected to be spent by British consumers over Christmas, according to one personal finance organisation.

15th November 2007
Approaching your personal finance situation with honesty is the best way of avoiding trouble with debt, it has been claimed.

14th November 2007
Understanding money and a budget is the key to avoiding getting into debt over the Christmas period, according to the director of a debt counselling service.

12th November 2007
Around three millions Britons use their credit cards on a daily basis, according to the latest research from Abbey.

8th November 2007
Consumers in the UK need to take more responsibility for their personal finance situation, it has been claimed.

23rd October 2007
This christmas could find a "huge number" of people risk getting into trouble with debt and find themselves needing help with money after Christmas this year, it has been claimed.

22nd October 2007
Young people are loth to follow the advice of their parents when seeking help with finance matters, it has been revealed.

18th October 2007
There is a "protection gap" stretching to trillions of pounds in the UK personal finance sector, according to one provider.

25th September 2007
There are many reasons why people choose to seek help with loans, but consolidation of existing debts is the main one, according to one institution.

20th September 2007
The maintenance loan currently available to students may need to increase, as many are forced to work in order to afford essentials....

20th September 2007
New factors are causing people to get into trouble with debt compared to the past, it is claimed.

12th September 2007
Consumers who are experiencing trouble with debt as a result of the taxes they are paying should seek advice, it has been claimed today.

10th September 2007
Despite the boom in popularity of television programmes about home design, homeowners feel more confident using a professional.

7th September 2007
People considering making home improvements to their home might be best expanding underground based on new industry comments today.