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Homeowners Indicated As Wanting To Fix Mortgage Costs


An increasing number of homeowners appear to be looking towards reducing pressure on their finances, new research shows.
In the latest Abbey Mortgage Index it was revealed that just under half (47 per cent) of Britons state that they would take out a fixed-rate mortgage product, if they were required to remortgage their property tomorrow. Furthermore, […]

Middle Class Britons Revealed To Be Under Financial Strain


Despite earning more money than the national average those with high incomes are developing financial difficulties, new research shows.
A study carried out by Axa reveals that about three-quarters (72 per cent) of Britons earning at least 30,000 pounds a year are looking to cut back on their spending over the course of 2008. Meanwhile, 15 […]

Rising Number Of Consumers Shown To Be Financially Active


More Britons are expecting to be financially active over the coming months, a new study shows.
In the 25th Financial Activity Survey carried out by GfK NOP and commissioned for JGFR, it was indicated that some 25.3 million people expect that they will take part in at least two types of monetary moves, in areas ranging […]

Debt Consolidation Loans Described As A Welcome Lifeline


Taking out a debt consolidation loan can be helpful for those consumers who are struggling with numerous constraints on their finances, one industry expert has stated.
David Kuo, head of personal finance at Fool, claims that by applying for a loan as a means of debt consolidation people may find that they are able to merge […]

UK Cash Habits Revealed


Cash transactions now account for only 29 per cent of all spending that takes place around the UK, according to a new report assessing the way the nation pays.
The typical Briton carries close to 33 pounds on his or her person at any given time but almost half of all consumers now only withdraw cash […]

Major Savings Could Be Made On Motoring Costs


Telling mistruths in an attempt to reduce car insurance costs could actually exacerbate financial problems for motorists, it has been suggested.
Research carried out by Gocompare reveals that although drivers may be tempted to give policy providers incorrect information - such as failing to make providers aware of modifications to their automobile - in a bid […]

Young Brits Look To Achieve Major Life Goals Before 30


Young people have numerous life targets they wish to meet, new figures reveal.
In a study carried out by Alliance & Leicester as part of its Moving Improving research, taking their initial steps on the housing ladder is one of the main life goals those between the ages of 18 and 29 wish to achieve before […]

Consumers Revealed To Be Struggling With Money


Britons are experiencing financial difficulties, one industry commentator has asserted.
Anna Sofat, director of Addidi Wealth, reports that consumers are facing intense monetary difficulties across a number of different areas. She pointed out that inflation in reality has been outstripping government rates for a significant period of time. This, it was claimed, has had a particular […]

About Half Of Britons Revealed To Be Worried About Money


People are becoming increasingly worried about their finances, new research shows.
In figures released today (March 26th) by Abbey Insurance, it was pointed out that just under half (48 per cent) of Britons have concerns with regard to their monetary situation. Meanwhile, property and the possessions which are contained within the home are the biggest source […]

Financial Planning Is ‘Essential’


More than half of women could be placing themselves under unnecessary monetary pressures, new research shows.
In a study carried out by the Co-operative Bank it was revealed that two-thirds (66 per cent) of British females have not taken the time to invest in an individual savings account (Isa) as the end of this financial year […]