Those with impeccable credit histories can now get better credit cards than ever before and cash back is looking very interesting.

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Section 75; what is it and why do you need to know?

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Given the mix of tasty fruit and banana skins 2011 offered we thought we’d look into our crystal ball to give our view as to what 2012 might hold for UK personal finance.

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Google launched its new Wallet application, which allows consumers to shop by simply tapping their smartphone at a PayPass checkout, in September. The app uses a relatively new technology (in terms of its applications to personal finance and payment methods) called near field communication (NFC) to send payment information to the reader and carry out [...]

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Let’s face it, Christmas can be an incredibly expensive time, and often a time that our wage packets are unable to handle. In order to prepare for your purchases over the holiday period, you might be looking to apply for a credit card.
Everyone enjoys doing their Christmas shopping in their own way; you could be [...]

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If you’ve ever wondered how the UK credit rating system works, then you’re not alone. On average 165,000 people in the UK search online each month for the phrase ‘What is Credit Rating?’. What’s more, there are countless posts in forums from consumers asking credit-related questions, which are often answered completely incorrectly.
aqua card, a specialist [...]

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I know I can’t believe I’ve brought up Christmas and it’s only October, but when we spend millions on gifts every single year, preparation is key. The effects of the difficult financial climate and the squeeze on the government’s purse are starting to take their toll as 39% of people plan to spend less money [...]

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With tough financial times both behind us and ahead, many people are dreading the thought of Christmas rather than relishing in the warm spirit that the holiday season brings. This year has seen some of the harshest government cuts since Margaret Thatcher was in power. Meanwhile, petrol and diesel prices are sticking at record highs, [...]

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Your credit limit is the amount of borrowed money you have to spend on a credit card; this amount is set by the card provider when your application is granted. The credit card company will usually have a minimum and maximum credit limit, but your limit will be decided based on your credit score. Your [...]

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The world is changing and developing around us at a lightening pace – only a few years back we had to sign to make payments via credit or debit card; then Chip & PIN came along, and now you’re telling me we just have to wave our cards or mobile phones in front of a [...]

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