http://www.moneysupermarket.com Loan News from Moneysupermarket.com 15 en-us /newsandcommunity/img/news/ms-logo.gif http://www.moneysupermarket.com <![CDATA[According to research from Halifax, one in five of us spend half the month worrying that we won't have enough money to see us through until our next payday. And by the time we are a week away from our next wage packet this becomes a concern for half the population.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/make-your-salary-go-further/0013533/ Wed, 08, Feb 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/make-your-salary-go-further_0013533.aspx <![CDATA[There's a whole host of reasons why you might be looking to borrow.&nbsp; It could be that you need to make a large purchase, fund an emergency repair or even consolidate various existing debt into one lump on which you pay a lower interest rate. In any of these cases, your first instinct may well be to take out a loan. But, in some instances, borrowing on a credit card can be a more cost effective option.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/should-you-take-a-card-or-a-loan/0013457/ Wed, 25, Jan 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/should-you-take-a-card-or-a-loan_0013457.aspx <![CDATA[If you're thinking of taking out a personal loan, your own bank might be a natural first port of call - but it won't necessarily be the cheapest. Depending on how much you want to borrow, it could cost you more than if you were to shop around for a better rate.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/dont-pay-over-the-odds-for-your-loan/0013190/ Wed, 11, Jan 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/dont-pay-over-the-odds-for-your-loan_0013190.aspx <![CDATA[We are storming into January with our most exciting advert yet showcasing how MoneySupermarket can save people more than &pound;1,000 on credit cards, loans, motor and home insurance, and energy bills. Meet family man Brian who has saved money and feels EPIC...]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/save-a-1000-pounds-with-moneysupermarket/0012874/ Fri, 06, Jan 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/save-a-1000-pounds-with-moneysupermarket_0012874.aspx <![CDATA[Borrowers received some New Year cheer this week after loan rates dropped to as low as 6.0%.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/loan-rates-fall-to-six-per-cent/0012862/ Thu, 05, Jan 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/loan-rates-fall-to-six-per-cent_0012862.aspx <![CDATA[Thousands of young people struggling with debts are being forced to take drastic action because their money problems have spiralled out of control.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-escape-the-debt-trap/0012716/ Tue, 03, Jan 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-escape-the-debt-trap_0012716.aspx <![CDATA[Once the Christmas and New Year party season comes to an end, many of us come back down to earth with a bump - especially if we have overspent on our festivities.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/new-year-financial-resolutions/0012710/ Wed, 28, Dec 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/new-year-financial-resolutions_0012710.aspx <![CDATA[In this video our experts explain how you can make the most of your money in 2012 by ensuring that you've got the best-value policies, products and tariffs for your needs...]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/making-the-most-of-your-money-in-2012/0012645/ Wed, 21, Dec 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/making-the-most-of-your-money-in-2012_0012645.aspx <![CDATA[After what has been a pretty miserable year financially, most of us will be hoping that 2012 gets off to a better start.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/take-control-of-your-finances/0012644/ Wed, 21, Dec 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/take-control-of-your-finances_0012644.aspx <![CDATA[The loan war continues to rage, with peer-to-peer lender Zopa introducing a new market-leading deal for those looking to borrow &pound;7,500 over three years.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/focus-on-new-market-leading-loan/12608/ Tue, 06, Dec 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/focus-on-new-market-leading-loan_12608.aspx <![CDATA[The loan war continues to rage, with rates on borrowing over &pound;7,500 the lowest they have been for four years. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/loan-rates-hit-four-year-low/0012499/ Fri, 25, Nov 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/loan-rates-hit-four-year-low_0012499.aspx <![CDATA[The loan war took off again on Friday after Sainsbury's slashed its loan rate to just 6.1% - the lowest rate we've seen since 2007. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/focus-on-lowest-loan-rates-for-four-years/0012378/ Fri, 28, Oct 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/focus-on-lowest-loan-rates-for-four-years_0012378.aspx <![CDATA[The loan war continues to rage, with HSBC announcing that it is slashing the representative APR on personal loans of between &pound;7,000 and &pound;15,000 from 6.9% to 6.4%.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/focus-on-hsbc-personal-loans/0012335/ Thu, 06, Oct 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/focus-on-hsbc-personal-loans_0012335.aspx <![CDATA[Britain's passion for home and garden improvements always increases over a Bank Holiday period as the weather improves and the days get longer.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/britons-make-home-improvements-to-the-tune-of-14000/0012333/ Thu, 06, Oct 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/britons-make-home-improvements-to-the-tune-of-14000_0012333.aspx <![CDATA[The summer holidays are finally over, but millions of families will soon be receiving credit card and bank statements reminding them exactly how much they have spent over the past few weeks.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/counting-the-cost-of-the-summer/0012178/ Wed, 31, Aug 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/counting-the-cost-of-the-summer_0012178.aspx <![CDATA[Just when it seemed loans couldn't get any cheaper, they have.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/focus-on-m-and-s-launches-six-point-four-percent-loan/0012149/ Wed, 24, Aug 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/focus-on-m-and-s-launches-six-point-four-percent-loan_0012149.aspx <![CDATA[Most of us are already struggling to make ends meet due to soaring living costs, but things are likely to get even worse before they get better. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/tips-to-beat-inflation/0012102/ Thu, 11, Aug 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/tips-to-beat-inflation_0012102.aspx <![CDATA[Competition in the loans market continues to be rife with rates the lowest they have been for more than three years.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/focus-on-nationwide-offers-cheapest-loan/0011785/ Thu, 30, Jun 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/focus-on-nationwide-offers-cheapest-loan_0011785.aspx <![CDATA[Four in 10 of us, equivalent to around 20 million Britons, have been forced to make significant cutbacks to our everyday spending since the end of last year, according to new research from Axa.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/households-forced-to-make-cutbacks/0011669/ Wed, 08, Jun 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/households-forced-to-make-cutbacks_0011669.aspx <![CDATA[Borrowers with less than perfect credit scores can find their applications for the best credit card and loan deals rejected, but there are ways to improve your chances of being accepted.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-improve-your-credit-score/0011668/ Wed, 08, Jun 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-improve-your-credit-score_0011668.aspx <![CDATA[Commenting on the UK banking industry's decision not to appeal against the recent High Court ruling on the mis-selling of payment protection insurance (PPI), Kevin Mountford, head of banking at moneysupermarket.com said: ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/commenting-on-the-uk-banking-industrys-decision-not-to-appeal_0011652 .aspx Thu, 02, Jun 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/commenting-on-the-uk-banking-industrys-decision-not-to-appeal_0011652 .aspx <![CDATA[Do you rely on someone else to make all the major financial decisions, or have you lost track of your finances? If so, it's time to reclaim your financial independence.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/five-steps-to-financial-freedom/0011646/ Wed, 01, Jun 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/five-steps-to-financial-freedom_0011646.aspx <![CDATA[Borrowers wanting to take out a large personal loan may be surprised to learn that they will be charged much less interest than those looking to borrow smaller amounts.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/mixed-fortunes-for-borrowers/0011613/ Thu, 26, May 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/mixed-fortunes-for-borrowers_0011613.aspx <![CDATA[British consumers could be in line for compensation payments totalling &pound;9 billion after banks pulled out of the appeal to overturn the High Court ruling on the mis-selling of payment protection insurance - but it isn't just victims who will be trying to get a share.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/beware-no-win-no-fee-companies/0011556/ Thu, 12, May 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/beware-no-win-no-fee-companies_0011556.aspx <![CDATA[If you're looking to buy a car, brand new or second-hand, choosing the best way to pay for it could save you hundreds of pounds in interest.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-finance-a-new-car/0011531/ Wed, 11, May 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-finance-a-new-car_0011531.aspx <![CDATA[The number of people searching for payday loans has shot up as cash-strapped Britons count the cost of double Bank Holiday fun. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/brits-turn-to-payday-loans-to-cover-costs/0011528/ Wed, 11, May 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/brits-turn-to-payday-loans-to-cover-costs_0011528.aspx <![CDATA[What are the steps you can take to help you save or invest&nbsp;those vital pennies?&nbsp;Join Clare Francis&nbsp;and two of moneysupermarket.com's experts&nbsp;plus Pavan Gata-Aura from debt counselling charity Consumer Credit Counselling Service (CCCS) to find out what you need to know... ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/webchat-beat-the-rising-cost-of-living/0011505/ Mon, 09, May 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/webchat-beat-the-rising-cost-of-living_0011505.aspx <![CDATA[If you think you've been mis-sold Payment Protection Insurance (PPI) then an important decision today means you should start looking at your options for claiming back the money.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-make-a-ppi-claim/0011504/ Mon, 09, May 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-make-a-ppi-claim_0011504.aspx <![CDATA[After a brief lull in the loan war recently, Sainsbury's Finance&nbsp;recently upped the ante by slashing its personal loan rate to just 6.7% APR if you are borrowing between &pound;7,500 and &pound;15,000.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/focus-on-new-market-leading-loan-at-6-point-7-pre-cent/0011494/ Thu, 05, May 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/focus-on-new-market-leading-loan-at-6-point-7-pre-cent_0011494.aspx <![CDATA[The housing market may be showing signs of improvement - according to Nationwide house prices rose 0.5% in March - but if you are planning on selling your home it makes sense to ensure it is looking as good as it possibly can.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/which-home-improvements-boost-your-propertys-value/0011262/ Thu, 31, Mar 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/which-home-improvements-boost-your-propertys-value_0011262.aspx <![CDATA[You work hard for your money, so when you put it in the bank, you want to know it is working as hard as possible for you.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/five-ways-to-make-your-bank-work-harder/0011258/ Wed, 30, Mar 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/five-ways-to-make-your-bank-work-harder_0011258.aspx <![CDATA[There may have been some relief for motorists and first time buyers in today's Budget, but millions of people are still struggling to cope with soaring living costs.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/beat-the-2011-budget/0011159/ Wed, 23, Mar 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/beat-the-2011-budget_0011159.aspx <![CDATA[There's a loan war in full swing just now, with rates now as low as 6.8%. So if you're looking to borrow, make sure you take advantage of the cheapest rates out there.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/loan-war-rages-on-new-6-point-8-deal/0011072/ Thu, 10, Mar 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/loan-war-rages-on-new-6-point-8-deal_0011072.aspx <![CDATA[Anyone looking to take out an unsecured personal loan will benefit from a resurgence in the loans market, which has seen average rates across all lending amounts drop for the first time this year, according to analysis by moneysupermarket.com.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/rate-war-spreads-to-smaller-personal-loans/0011013/ Tue, 01, Mar 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/rate-war-spreads-to-smaller-personal-loans_0011013.aspx <![CDATA[Inflation is at a two-year high and wages aren't keeping up. But could managing your borrowing more effectively help free up some cash?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/cut-your-debt-now-to-fight-inflation/0010969/ Thu, 17, Feb 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/cut-your-debt-now-to-fight-inflation_0010969.aspx <![CDATA[Planning to apply for a loan to fund a big purchase or consolidate existing debt? Here's what you need to know... ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/ten-things-you-should-know-before-applying-for-a-loan/0010882/ Wed, 09, Feb 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/ten-things-you-should-know-before-applying-for-a-loan_0010882.aspx <![CDATA[Being rejected for credit can make your credit score worse, so moneysupermarket.com have&nbsp;launched a tool that can help you&nbsp;choose the credit card you will&nbsp;be accepted for...&nbsp;]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/dont-risk-credit-rejection/0010840/ Fri, 28, Jan 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/dont-risk-credit-rejection_0010840.aspx <![CDATA[Finding the lowest interest rate possible is the top priority for anyone looking to borrow money in these difficult times.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/when-is-a-credit-card-better-than-a-loan/0010829/ Thu, 27, Jan 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/when-is-a-credit-card-better-than-a-loan_0010829.aspx <![CDATA[If you're thinking of taking out a credit card or loan then apply before the end of January. If you don't, you'll reduce your chances of being offered the rate you see advertised.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/why-you-should-apply-for-credit-today/0010803/ Thu, 20, Jan 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/why-you-should-apply-for-credit-today_0010803.aspx <![CDATA[The turkey's long gone, the tree's been recycled and the decorations are back in the box. But any day now, your credit card bill for all the festivities is going to land - are you prepared?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/clear-your-christmas-debts/0010783/ Thu, 13, Jan 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/clear-your-christmas-debts_0010783.aspx <![CDATA[A rate war has broken out in the personal loan market, which is great news for anyone looking to borrow this January. The average rate on the top 10 unsecured personal loans at &pound;7,500 has fallen to 7.89 per cent - the lowest level since November 2008.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/let-the-2011-personal-loan-rate-war-begin/0010774/ Fri, 07, Jan 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/let-the-2011-personal-loan-rate-war-begin_0010774.aspx <![CDATA[With many people looking to consolidate their debts or take out new loans or credit cards, Britain's number one comparison site, moneysupermarket.com urges borrowers to take time to understand their credit file in order to make it work in their favour.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/knowledge-is-power-when-it-comes-to-getting-credit/0010773/ Fri, 07, Jan 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/knowledge-is-power-when-it-comes-to-getting-credit_0010773.aspx <![CDATA[Rates on personal loans are plummeting as lenders battle to attract customers - great news for those who need to borrow money.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/benefit-from-falling-loan-rates/0010761/ Thu, 06, Jan 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/benefit-from-falling-loan-rates_0010761.aspx <![CDATA[There's been a flurry of activity in the loans market, as lenders compete to attract borrowers, and now there's a market-leading rate of just 7.3%.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/focus-on-new-market-leading-loan/0010743/ Thu, 30, Dec 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/focus-on-new-market-leading-loan_0010743.aspx <![CDATA[Many people resolve to sort out their finances in the New Year, especially after the expense of Christmas, and that can often mean consolidating debts with a market-leading loan.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/focus-on-a-new-personal-loan-rate-of-seven-point-six-percent/0010741/ Wed, 29, Dec 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/focus-on-a-new-personal-loan-rate-of-seven-point-six-percent_0010741.aspx <![CDATA[It's that time of year again when we make a commitment to change and improve things - and one of the more important priorities for many of us should be 'fixing our finances'. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/take-control-of-your-finances/0010734/ Wed, 29, Dec 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/take-control-of-your-finances_0010734.aspx <![CDATA[New year, new you - but does that extend to your savings too?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/new-year-new-you-but-does-that-extend-to-your-savings-too/0010733/ Wed, 29, Dec 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/new-year-new-you-but-does-that-extend-to-your-savings-too_0010733.aspx <![CDATA[Christmas is one of the most expensive times of the year, making it easy to slip into the red.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/avoid-christmas-debt/0010462/ Thu, 25, Nov 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/avoid-christmas-debt_0010462.aspx <![CDATA[The cost of Christmas could push 3.8 million Brits into debt according to research from moneysupermarket.com, Britain's number one comparison site. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/christmas-will-force-3-8-million-brits-into-the-red/0010452/ Mon, 22, Nov 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/christmas-will-force-3-8-million-brits-into-the-red_0010452.aspx <![CDATA[If you are in the process of hunting down an unsecured personal loan - which means borrowing that is not taken against your home - some good news lies in store...]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/good-news-for-loan-hunters/0010439/ Thu, 18, Nov 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/good-news-for-loan-hunters_0010439.aspx <![CDATA[Loan rates beginning to fall after hitting five year high]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/60599A7F3D264BE5AF8962FA4F56AC04.aspx Wed, 17, Nov 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/60599A7F3D264BE5AF8962FA4F56AC04.aspx <![CDATA[Knowledge is power, so the saying goes, and never more so than when it comes to applying for credit after the one of the most dramatic economic meltdowns in history.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/why-its-important-to-check-your-credit-file/0010414/ Wed, 10, Nov 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/why-its-important-to-check-your-credit-file_0010414.aspx <![CDATA[The cost of Christmas is already weighing heavily on the minds of cash-strapped families up and down the country.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/avoid-post-christmas-misery/0010375/ Wed, 03, Nov 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/avoid-post-christmas-misery_0010375.aspx <![CDATA[Loyalty does not pay when it comes to your financial affairs, with the 'exclusive' deals banks offer to their existing customers often falling short of those available elsewhere.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/where-loyalty-does-not-pay/0010344/ Thu, 28, Oct 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/where-loyalty-does-not-pay_0010344.aspx <![CDATA[Felicity King-Evans looks at 5 ways to beat the 2010 spending review...]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/offset-the-2010-spending-review/0010297/ Wed, 20, Oct 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/offset-the-2010-spending-review_0010297.aspx <![CDATA[So the axe has fallen, the cuts have been confirmed and they&nbsp;are going to affect everyone. So how can you offset them?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/beat-the-spending-review/0010291/ Tue, 19, Oct 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/beat-the-spending-review_0010291.aspx <![CDATA[More than six million British people have had an outstanding balance on their credit card for a year or more, costing them a small fortune in interest. Here, we look at the best ways to tackle your debts head on... ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-be-debt-free/0010265/ Thu, 07, Oct 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-be-debt-free_0010265.aspx <![CDATA[Commenting on the Bank of England's Quarterly Bulletin, Tim Moss, head of loans and debt at moneysupermarket.com said:]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/commenting-on-the-bank-of-englands-quarterly-bulletin/0010194/ Mon, 20, Sep 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/commenting-on-the-bank-of-englands-quarterly-bulletin_0010194.aspx <![CDATA[Sainsbury's Finance has today launched the new personal loan with a market leading rate of 7.7 per cent on loans between &pound;7,500 and &pound;14,999. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/sainsburys-finance-launches-loan-with-rate-of-7-7-per-cent_001137 .aspx Fri, 10, Sep 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/sainsburys-finance-launches-loan-with-rate-of-7-7-per-cent_001137 .aspx <![CDATA[After months of loan rates remaining stubbornly high, three providers have cut their rates in the last two weeks alone. Here, we give a rundown of the best deals if you're looking to borrow now... ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/new-market-leading-loan-rates/0010132/ Thu, 09, Sep 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/new-market-leading-loan-rates_0010132.aspx <![CDATA[Competition is returning to the loans market, with providers increasingly offering some really tempting low rates. But is the newest low-rate loan right for you?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/review-of-the-week-new-market-leading-personal-loan/0010069/ Thu, 02, Sep 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/review-of-the-week-new-market-leading-personal-loan_0010069.aspx <![CDATA[Research conducted by Britain's number one comparison site moneysupermarket.com shows that average rates for the top ten personal loans under &pound;5,000 have hit a ten year high, while loans over &pound;5,000 are starting to fall after reaching a peak in May. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/the-rise-and-rise-of-small-tiered-loans/0009961/ Mon, 16, Aug 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/the-rise-and-rise-of-small-tiered-loans_0009961.aspx <![CDATA[The cost of a small personal loan has hit a 10-year high while rates on bigger loans have started to fall, so you could end up paying more for borrowing less. We explain how to make loan rates work to your advantage... ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/loans-save-500-pounds-by-borrowing-more/0009953/ Thu, 12, Aug 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/loans-save-500-pounds-by-borrowing-more_0009953.aspx <![CDATA[Have you recently been declined a loan? We take a look at the possible reasons why and what you can do to prevent it happening again...]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/why-has-my-loan-been-refused/0009887/ Fri, 06, Aug 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/why-has-my-loan-been-refused_0009887.aspx <![CDATA[We've finally seen the long-awaited launch of Metro Bank, the first new high street UK bank to open its doors for more than a century, but can it really deliver its promise to 'transform the face of British banking'?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/metro-bank-new-bank-on-the-high-street/0009858/ Thu, 29, Jul 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/metro-bank-new-bank-on-the-high-street_0009858.aspx <![CDATA[Lloyds Banking Group was this week applauded for scrapping sales of much-criticised payment protection insurance (PPI) to customers who borrow money through its mortgages, loans or credit cards.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/ppi-your-questions-answered/0009853/ Wed, 28, Jul 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/ppi-your-questions-answered_0009853.aspx <![CDATA[Are you thinking of becoming a property investor or planning some home improvements? Property expert and founder of Tepilo.com Sarah Beeny gives her top tips on property investment and home improvements...]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/sarah-beenys-top-tips-property-investment-and-home-improvements/0009772/ Tue, 13, Jul 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/sarah-beenys-top-tips-property-investment-and-home-improvements_0009772.aspx <![CDATA[If you have a big purchase to make this summer, you might be considering a loan in order to spread the cost, but where are the best deals?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/where-to-find-the-best-personal-loans/0009752/ Wed, 07, Jul 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/where-to-find-the-best-personal-loans_0009752.aspx <![CDATA[Review your finances and offset the impact of the budget.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/be-your-own-chancellor/0009670/ Wed, 23, Jun 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/be-your-own-chancellor_0009670.aspx <![CDATA[Amid the chaos and uncertainty of a hung parliament, perhaps we can take comfort in the fact that one thing remains unchanged - the Bank of England base rate.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/base-rate-held-but-is-a-rise-on-the-horizon/0009192/ Mon, 10, May 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/base-rate-held-but-is-a-rise-on-the-horizon_0009192.aspx <![CDATA[A price war, albeit a small one, has broken out in the personal loan market. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/review-of-the-week-alliance-leicester-personal-loan/0009136/ Fri, 30, Apr 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/review-of-the-week-alliance-leicester-personal-loan_0009136.aspx <![CDATA[There are lots of myths that affect everyday choices. Our money experts bust the most common...]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/financial-myths-busted/0009051/ Wed, 14, Apr 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/financial-myths-busted_0009051.aspx <![CDATA[Once again, the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee has left base rate unchanged at 0.5%, despite inflation staying above the target 2%. So what's going on?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/base-rate-held-but-economy-perks-up/0008991/ Thu, 08, Apr 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/base-rate-held-but-economy-perks-up_0008991.aspx <![CDATA[Activity in the personal loan market remains subdued, with many people struggling to find a good rate. However, there are a couple of lenders competing in this arena, one of them being Sainsbury's Finance.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/review-of-the-week-sainsburys-personal-loan/0008798/ Thu, 11, Mar 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/review-of-the-week-sainsburys-personal-loan_0008798.aspx <![CDATA[One year ago this month the Bank of England ended six months of dramatic rate cuts to try and stave off the effects of the recession, leaving Bank of England Base Rate at a record low of 0.5 per cent. Analysis from moneysupermarket.com shows the winners and losers from this cut as banks and building societies responded.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/rock-bottom-base-rate-one-year-ago-but-what-has-happened-since/0008771/ Fri, 05, Mar 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/rock-bottom-base-rate-one-year-ago-but-what-has-happened-since_0008771.aspx <![CDATA[Want to buy a new or second-hand car? How are you planning to pay for it?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/car-financing-options/0008475/ Fri, 12, Feb 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/car-financing-options_0008475.aspx <![CDATA['Cash is King' has been the rule for some time for those buying a property, but new analysis from moneysupermarket.com has shown that providers are beginning to loosen the purse strings with more products now available to mortgage borrowers with lower deposits or equity in their properties. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/good-start-to-the-year-for-house-buyers/0008215/ Tue, 26, Jan 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/good-start-to-the-year-for-house-buyers_0008215.aspx <![CDATA[Personal loans are still a popular choice for those looking to consolidate debts or make an all important purchase.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/review-of-the-week-nationwide-building-society-personal-loan/0008193/ Thu, 21, Jan 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/review-of-the-week-nationwide-building-society-personal-loan_0008193.aspx <![CDATA[The average cost of the ten best personal loans has fallen to its lowest in almost a year, so where are the best deals?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/personal-loan-rates-finally-falling/0008190/ Wed, 20, Jan 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/personal-loan-rates-finally-falling_0008190.aspx <![CDATA[It's more important than ever to know your credit score, but why is this the case and how do you find out what information is held about you on your credit file?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/know-your-credit-score/0008189/ Wed, 20, Jan 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/know-your-credit-score_0008189.aspx <![CDATA[Figures from moneysupermarket.com show that personal loan rates are starting to fall, with the average rate of the top ten loan deals falling to 8.35 per cent* - the lowest since the Bank of England cut the base rate to 0.5 per cent last March, although this is still at a five year high.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/personal-loan-rates-starting-to-fall/0008188/ Wed, 20, Jan 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/personal-loan-rates-starting-to-fall_0008188.aspx <![CDATA[If you decide to apply for a loan, you'll have a better chance of being accepted and getting a competitive rate if your credit rating is good.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/could-you-improve-your-credit-score/0008004/ Thu, 07, Jan 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/could-you-improve-your-credit-score_0008004.aspx <![CDATA[A new pricing strategy by the country's biggest personal loan provider could make it even harder for people to find the best deal.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/why-it-s-becoming-harder-to-get-a-loan/0008002/ Thu, 07, Jan 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/why-it-s-becoming-harder-to-get-a-loan_0008002.aspx <![CDATA[Well, once again, and to no one's surprise, the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has voted to keep the base rate at 0.50%, for the tenth month in a row.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/happy-new-year-no-new-base-rate/0007994/ Thu, 07, Jan 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/happy-new-year-no-new-base-rate_0007994.aspx <![CDATA[moneysupermarket.com's experts give you their financial and insurance tips to help you save time and money in 2010...]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/money-savings-tips-for-2010/0007908/ Tue, 29, Dec 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/money-savings-tips-for-2010_0007908.aspx <![CDATA[The past 12 months have been extremely turbulent in the world of personal finance and with 2010 just around the corner, moneysupermarket.com's experts offer their predictions for utilities, mobiles, broadband, insurance and money.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/moneysupermarket-com-experts-predict-the-year-ahead-in-personal-finance/0007881/ Tue, 22, Dec 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/moneysupermarket-com-experts-predict-the-year-ahead-in-personal-finance_0007881.aspx <![CDATA[It should be easier for customers to shop around for personal loans and credit cards without harming their credit rating, according to an important new report.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/pressure-mounts-for-fairer-credit-applications/0007870/ Tue, 22, Dec 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/pressure-mounts-for-fairer-credit-applications_0007870.aspx <![CDATA[Responding to the Treasury Select Committee's (TSC) report into the credit search market and the impact multiple credit searches have on consumers, Toby Van Der Meer, managing director of moneysupermarket.com and contributor to the TSC report, said:]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/response-to-the-treasury-select-committees-report-into-the-credit-search-market/0007863/ Tue, 22, Dec 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/response-to-the-treasury-select-committees-report-into-the-credit-search-market_0007863.aspx <![CDATA[Analysis from moneysupermarket.com has uncovered a stark inconsistency between the supply and demand of personal loans.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/loan-seekers-are-stuck-between-a-rock-and-a-hard-place/0007448/ Mon, 14, Dec 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/loan-seekers-are-stuck-between-a-rock-and-a-hard-place_0007448.aspx <![CDATA[If you've overindulged on the Christmas shopping already, you may be thinking about&nbsp;how you are going to pay off your festive spending once the New Year kicks in.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/review-of-the-week-sainsburys-finance-loan/0007736/ Fri, 11, Dec 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/review-of-the-week-sainsburys-finance-loan_0007736.aspx <![CDATA[Want to take advantage of the lowest loan rate available in the UK?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/blackhorse-personal-finance-secured-loan/0007213/ Fri, 06, Nov 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/blackhorse-personal-finance-secured-loan_0007213.aspx <![CDATA[Moneysupermarket.com today called upon the Treasury Select Committee to improve transparency and fairness within the credit search industry in order to allow consumers to shop around for unsecured lending products without it impacting their credit score.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/why-cant-you-shop-around-for-a-loan/0007027/ Tue, 27, Oct 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/why-cant-you-shop-around-for-a-loan_0007027.aspx <![CDATA[With money tight in many households an increasing number of people are applying for personal loans, but depending on the amount you want to borrow, a credit card could be a better option.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/is-a-credit-card-better-than-a-loan/0006597/ Fri, 23, Oct 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/is-a-credit-card-better-than-a-loan_0006597.aspx <![CDATA[For the next two days, the country is likely to see a wave of postal disruption as thousands of workers walk out over disputes with their bosses.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/dont-let-the-postal-strikes-disrupt-your-finances/0006918/ Thu, 22, Oct 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/dont-let-the-postal-strikes-disrupt-your-finances_0006918.aspx <![CDATA[Payday loans tend to get a bad press but can they ever be a legitimate form of borrowing? When should you consider using one and what are the options?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/everything-you-need-to-know-about-payday-loans/0006765/ Fri, 16, Oct 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/everything-you-need-to-know-about-payday-loans_0006765.aspx <![CDATA[Would-be borrowers have to make a full application for a loan to find out if they qualify and what rate they will be offered. Now a parliamentary investigation means that could all change... ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/is-the-end-in-sight-for-loan-application-credit-checks/0006291/ Wed, 23, Sep 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/is-the-end-in-sight-for-loan-application-credit-checks_0006291.aspx <![CDATA[Tim Moss, head of loans and debt at moneysupermarket.com said; "This is a welcome, but long overdue move"]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/comment-on-the-treasury-select-committees-announcement-of-an-inquiry-into-credit-searches/0006290/ Tue, 22, Sep 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/comment-on-the-treasury-select-committees-announcement-of-an-inquiry-into-credit-searches_0006290.aspx <![CDATA[Despite the base rate remaining at the historic low of 0.5%, lenders are starting to up the rates on personal loans. We take a look at why this is and how to find and qualify for the best rate possible.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/act-now-if-youre-looking-for-a-loan/0006288/ Tue, 22, Sep 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/act-now-if-youre-looking-for-a-loan_0006288.aspx <![CDATA[Borrowers looking for a personal loan can now expect to pay around 10.32 per cent annual percentage rate (APR)*.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/loan-rates-at-unfair-heights/0006117/ Wed, 26, Aug 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/loan-rates-at-unfair-heights_0006117.aspx <![CDATA[Times are tough for those who need to borrow money. Interest rates may stand at a historic low of just 0.5% - but banks are charging a premium on loans and mortgages.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/bagging-the-best-loan-in-tough-financial-times/0006062/ Tue, 25, Aug 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/bagging-the-best-loan-in-tough-financial-times_0006062.aspx <![CDATA[In these days of post credit crunch caution, consumers know that banks are more selective than ever about who they lend to. But the trepidation doesn't stop there.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/existing-customers-only-but-are-the-deals-any-good/0006039/ Fri, 21, Aug 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/existing-customers-only-but-are-the-deals-any-good_0006039.aspx <![CDATA[If you're heading off to university this year, the chances are you'll be using a student loan to fund some of your living costs and meet your tuition fees.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/student-loans-oneohone/0006023/ Thu, 20, Aug 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/student-loans-oneohone_0006023.aspx <![CDATA[Commenting on Nationwide's market leading personal loan rate of 7.7 per cent APR, Tim Moss, head of loans at moneysupermarket.com said:]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/commenting-on-nationwides-market-leading-personal-loan-rate-of-7-7-per-cent-apr/0005870/ Fri, 07, Aug 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/commenting-on-nationwides-market-leading-personal-loan-rate-of-7-7-per-cent-apr_0005870.aspx <![CDATA[If you need a large sum of money but don't have a savings pot to draw from, chances are you'll be considering whether you could borrow the cash.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/when-is-an-unsecured-loan-not-an-unsecured-loan/0005608/ Fri, 17, Jul 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/when-is-an-unsecured-loan-not-an-unsecured-loan_0005608.aspx <![CDATA[Commenting on the Government's "Better Deal for Consumers" White Paper, Tim Moss, head of loans and debt at moneysupermarket.com, said: "The Government needs to learn that it can't control both the availability of credit and the price. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/comment-on-the-governments-better-deal-for-consumers-white-paper/0005440/ Thu, 02, Jul 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/comment-on-the-governments-better-deal-for-consumers-white-paper_0005440.aspx <![CDATA[More than 200,000 students will graduate this summer, many thousands of pounds in debt. This is when the journey of repaying that money begins.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/tips-for-clearing-graduate-debts/0005426/ Wed, 01, Jul 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/tips-for-clearing-graduate-debts_0005426.aspx <![CDATA[Over the past few weeks a number of people have contacted moneysupermarket.com to complain about receiving telephone calls from Loans4Sure and The Loan Supermarket, in which the firms claimed to have got the customer's details from us or to be connected with us.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/beware-of-these-loan-companies/0005063/ Thu, 28, May 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/beware-of-these-loan-companies_0005063.aspx <![CDATA[This month's webchat was on&nbsp;mortgages and loans with Louise Cuming and Tim Moss from moneysupermarket.com. Click on the link to watch again on demand.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/save-on-your-borrowings/0005037/ Wed, 27, May 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/save-on-your-borrowings_0005037.aspx <![CDATA[With redundancy levels rising, thousands of households are having to borrow for the first time.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/ten-things-you-need-to-know-before-applying-for-a-loan/0004955/ Fri, 15, May 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/ten-things-you-need-to-know-before-applying-for-a-loan_0004955.aspx <![CDATA[Commenting on the Finance and Leasing Association's (FLA) report of a 45 per cent fall in unsecured loans over the last 12 months, Tim Moss, head of loans and debt at moneysupermarket.com, said;]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/commenting-on-fla-report-of-45-per-cent-fall-in-unsecured-loans-over-last-12-months/0004841/ Fri, 01, May 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/commenting-on-fla-report-of-45-per-cent-fall-in-unsecured-loans-over-last-12-months_0004841.aspx <![CDATA[New figures from moneysupermarket.com suggest competition is returning to the loan market. They reveal loan rates have dropped for the first time since August 2008. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/lower-loan-rates-on-the-horizon/0004587/ Thu, 16, Apr 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/lower-loan-rates-on-the-horizon_0004587.aspx <![CDATA[Since the onset of the credit crunch it's become increasingly difficult to borrow money cheaply.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/new-loan-rates-available-from-moneysupermarket/0004549/ Wed, 08, Apr 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/new-loan-rates-available-from-moneysupermarket_0004549.aspx <![CDATA[While most of the headlines during the global economic crisis have centred on the difficulties borrowers have in obtaining mortgages, what has often been overlooked is how hard it has become to obtain smaller loans.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-choose-a-loan/0004143/ Fri, 27, Feb 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-choose-a-loan_0004143.aspx <![CDATA[With the Office of National Statistics reporting that the number of people claiming Jobseeker's Allowance leapt from 77,900 to 1.16million in December, and jobless rates hitting their highest levels since 1999, more and more people are struggling to make ends meet. &nbsp;However, many of those who thought a personal loan might bridge the gap until they get a new job are being forced to think again.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/looking-for-a-loan-read-this-first/0004101/ Fri, 20, Feb 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/looking-for-a-loan-read-this-first_0004101.aspx <![CDATA[If you thought that you could buy now and pay later by heaping the cost of Christmas on to store cards, credit cards and even dipping into your overdraft then it may be time to think again.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/loan-rates-reach-record-highs/0003798/ Fri, 12, Dec 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/loan-rates-reach-record-highs_0003798.aspx <![CDATA[Analysis by moneysupermarket.com has revealed that the average cost of a personal loan has crept up to almost double that of base rate since September this year. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/borrower-beware-loan-rates-at-an-all-time-high_0003742 .aspx Thu, 27, Nov 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/borrower-beware-loan-rates-at-an-all-time-high_0003742 .aspx <![CDATA[Young people are often viewed to be having the time of their lives. However, when it comes to finances, younger people are particularly vulnerable and may find it more difficult than ever to get the help they need in the current economic climate.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/twenty-somethings-rely-on-the-bank-of-mum-and-dad/0003097/ Thu, 18, Sep 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/twenty-somethings-rely-on-the-bank-of-mum-and-dad_0003097.aspx <![CDATA[Central Capital has launched the Platinum Loan, which is available exclusively through moneysupermarket.com at the market-leading annual rate of 7.5%. This could be great news for those struggling to keep on top of their debts.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/new-exclusive-leading-loan/0003150/ Thu, 11, Sep 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/new-exclusive-leading-loan_0003150.aspx <![CDATA[Newlywed couples are finding the costs of setting up home an uphill struggle, despite the fact that 87% of them say they paid off the cost of their wedding immediately, a survey has revealed.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/money-worries-end-honeymoon/0002933/ Wed, 03, Sep 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/money-worries-end-honeymoon_0002933.aspx <![CDATA[The credit crunch and economic downturn has prompted a resurgence in the 3,000 year-old business of pawn broking with many brokers at the top end of the market reporting that business has risen by as much as 25% in the last two months.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/borrow-with-your-eyes-open/0003207/ Thu, 28, Aug 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/borrow-with-your-eyes-open_0003207.aspx <![CDATA[There's been nothing but bad news for borrowers searching for a loan in recent weeks as a host of providers have hiked rates and even withdrawn products altogether, as the cost of borrowing rises due to the credit crunch. So it's a relief to be able to offer some good news at last&nbsp;- albeit this good news won't last long.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/last-chance-to-secure-leading-loan-rate/0002941/ Thu, 14, Aug 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/last-chance-to-secure-leading-loan-rate_0002941.aspx <![CDATA[When mortgage rates began to fall a couple of weeks ago, optimists may have hoped that the storm of the credit crunch had finally blown over. However, in its latest global financial stability report, the International Monetary Fund warned that there is more bad weather to come.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/loan-rates-set-to-rise/0003218/ Thu, 31, Jul 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/loan-rates-set-to-rise_0003218.aspx <![CDATA[First Plus, the UK's largest secured loan provider, has announced that it will pull out of the loans market on August 9. This could have a huge impact on the debt consolidation market as First Plus, which is part of Barclays, has been the leading player for some time and its competitiveness has helped keep the rates offered by other providers down.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/act-now-to-secure-leading-loan-rate/0003239/ Tue, 08, Jul 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/act-now-to-secure-leading-loan-rate_0003239.aspx <![CDATA[There's always someone who reaps the rewards of the most challenging times - and while a huge rise in the cost of living is bad news for most Brits, the payday loan industry is enjoying a massive upswing.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/quick-fix-comes-at-a-high-price/0003277/ Thu, 29, May 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/quick-fix-comes-at-a-high-price_0003277.aspx <![CDATA[Unfortunately it's not just mortgage rates that are on the rise&nbsp;- since the turn of the year more than half of the lenders offering personal loans have made changes to their rates.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/loans-costs-still-rising/0002986/ Thu, 15, May 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/loans-costs-still-rising_0002986.aspx <![CDATA[Personal loans are harder to come by because of the credit crunch, yet an increasing number of people are needing to borrow to make ends meet each month. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/need-a-loan-read-this-first/0002934/ Thu, 01, May 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/need-a-loan-read-this-first_0002934.aspx <![CDATA[With the number of mortgage deals available declining at a rapid rate, energy prices increasing and a general rise in the cost of living there are worrying signs that a growing number of people are having to borrow in order to make ends meet each month.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/are-you-starting-to-feel-the-crunch/0003270/ Thu, 10, Apr 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/are-you-starting-to-feel-the-crunch_0003270.aspx <![CDATA[The Chancellor, Alistair Darling, has delivered his first budget speech. Is it good or bad news for consumers? We give you a run down of the main announcements...]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/the-2008-budget-at-a-glance/0003312/ Wed, 12, Mar 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/the-2008-budget-at-a-glance_0003312.aspx <![CDATA[It appears as though the credit crunch and warnings of possible house price falls haven't been enough to stop consumers spending.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/get-on-top-of-those-christmas-debts/0003319/ Thu, 21, Feb 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/get-on-top-of-those-christmas-debts_0003319.aspx <![CDATA[Overspent during the festive period? Tim Moss discusses the best way to pay off your debts...]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/time-to-get-back-in-the-black/0003067/ Fri, 11, Jan 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/time-to-get-back-in-the-black_0003067.aspx