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Introduction
Some level of debt is a normal part of modern life, but learning to manage that debt wisely makes good financial sense. The tips and news you’ll find here will help you get smart about your debt – and maybe even back in the black.
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How and where to get help with debt
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YourMoney guide to balance transfer credit cards
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How to get out of debt in 2020
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Borrowing money from a loved one: what you should and shouldn’t do
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Act now to avoid Christmas debt: seven top tips
Christmas is an expensive time of year, but it doesn’t have to leave you in th...
Kids at uni? Top money tips all parents should pass on
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Four steps to take now if you’ve been rejected for the John Lewis Partnership Card
Customers continue to vent their anger and disappointment after being rejected f...
Why you shouldn’t buy travel money in the UK with your credit card
If you’re heading abroad this summer, you'll be thinking about the best way to...
Holiday on the horizon? The best ways to save on foreign spends
Even as thousands of flights are cancelled, Brits deprived of holidays for the p...
What is a homeowner loan and what is it used for?
Homeowner loans – or second charge mortgages – have boomed in the last few y...
Five tips for borrowing responsibly during the cost-of-living crisis
With soaring inflation and bills, many people will look to affordable credit to ...
Cancelled holiday or event: The credit card refund mistake you must avoid
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Half of households rely on credit to pay for essentials
Credit cards are the plastic of choice for one in two UK adults when it comes to...
Amex card holders: Earn up to £25 back with Shop Small
The American Express Shop Small offer is back for December, allowing cardholders...
How much will a poor credit score cost you?
People with a poor credit score typically pay an extra £693 interest each year ...
‘Inflation forecast mistakes’ mean student loan support worth 10% less this year
The cost-of-living crisis and prolonged period of high inflation means universit...
The number of Brits struggling to pay tax bills jumps by a fifth
The number of self-assessment taxpayers who have used HMRC’s Time to Pay servi...
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