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What are the signs of a debt problem?

Learn how to recognise and deal with the early signs of a debt problem before it gets out of hand. read more »
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Credit cards - the Consumer Credit Act protects you

Find out how the Comsumer Credit Act protects you if you use your credit card to buy something in the UK. read more »
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Advice on mortgage debt - before the rise comes...

This Thursday, the Bank of England`s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) will announce its latest decision about the base rate.
We`ve seen a lot of di[...] read more »
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Do I qualify for a debt management plan?

Do you qualify for debt management? Check if debt management will be a suitable option for you. read more »
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UK: Mortgages up 25% in March

Positive news in the UK as mortgage figures indicate a 25% increase.
Figures from the Council of Mortgage Lends (CML) read more »
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Advantages and disadvantages of using a debt management company

A balanced look at the differences between going "DIY" and using a debt management company. read more »
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UK: CML's revised forecast - good news?

Having originally anticipated 75,000 repossessions in 2009, the Council had already reduced its forecast to 65,000 in June. Its forecast has now been[...] read more »
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UK: Guide to Personal Debt Management

A full guide to debt management in the UK.
Includes definitions, FAQs and useful resources. read more »
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UK: What is an IVA?

An IVA is a legally binding agreement with your unsecured lenders in which you`ll repay as much of your debt as you can afford over a fixed period, a[...] read more »
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UK: Financial guide for new parents

A financial guide for new parents in the UK, listing what type of financial help is available and where to get it. read more »
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Debt consolidation: will I pay more interest?

Will you pay more interest over time with a debt consolidation loan? read more »
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UK: Advantages and disadvantages of IVAs

If you are struggling with a high level of unsecured debt that you can’t afford to repay, but you can commit to making regular reduced monthly paymen[...] read more »
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Prosper Closes Again

Just 2 weeks after reopening again the peer to peer loan platform Prosper.com has closed down, no longer accepting new lenders and borrowers. read more »
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Mortgage arrears and debt

When money`s tight, it`s all too easy to fall behind on debt repayments and end up in arrears on some of your debts. It`s a bad idea with any debt (a[...] read more »
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UK Student debt 101

Leaving University with debt? You aren't alone. Read more... read more »
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