Finance

For the past several years, every time we turned on the television, all we seemed to hear were ads blaring about PPI and claiming refunds, or compensation for being sold the controversial payment protection insurance. It was driving viewers nuts. If you were wondering what all the fuss was about, since 2011, it has added up to £26.7 billion in payouts by the banks responsible for the mass mis-selling scandal that's been called one of the biggest financial outrages in...

We all know the feeling. The end of month comes around and with a week left we're all digging around the back of the sofa to find the cash to get us through to our next pay cheque. No matter how diligently we have saved it always seems to be the case. You factor in rent, bills, days out and even nights out itemised by the number of drinks we buy and greasy food we consume. But it isn't enough....

The world of CFDs can be intimidating if you are a newcomer to them. Even once you’ve wrapped your head around the way they work, there’s still a lot to get to grips with them. Let’s say you’ve got some money set aside, and have found a reputable broker, what then? Stick To What You Know! The first thing to work out when considering what CFD is best for you is to consider your own background – what industries and...

State of the Nation   Theresa May sparked a sense of surprise across the country last week as she called a snap general election to be held on 8 June. Many have since drawn comparisons between the British zeitgeist with a Bristolian lady's reaction to the news which quickly went viral online. The announcement followed several statements by the prime minster that she would not be seeking a general election. However, in terms of shock factor, the news of a...

When you’re facing a financial emergency or you’re searching for some way to consolidate a number of unexpected bills, then you may find that you have nowhere else to turn but to quick, payday loans. Whether you’re dealing with a broken down car, a medical emergency, or a number of bills that you need to pay off quickly (or face repercussions), a quick loan can provide you with the helping hand that you need - as long as you are...

Mayor Sadiq Khan has revealed plans to charge the most polluting vehicles in London £24 a day when driving through the city centre. His efforts to influence promote eco driving and to combat the green impact of vehicles in the city centre are due to come into effect in October 2017. But what impact will this increase in the congestion charge have on transport and vehicle based businesses and business owners in London? Eco driving measures target businesses with vehicle...

All parents want to ensure their child has the best start in life – that they are healthy, happy, and have the best opportunities. Going to university and obtaining a good degree is almost essential for most career paths in today’s professional environment, and a good university education is getting increasingly more expensive. As such, it’s essential that parents plan ahead, saving and investing money for the future. This guide offers useful tips for parents who want to make more...

Frivolous spends are leaving Brits out of pocket to the tune of £400 a year, new research has found. Three quarters of Brits are frittering cash on purchases they don’t need on a daily basis, from takeaway coffees to nail varnishes. These unnecessary spends cost around £32.66 a month, leaving people almost £400 out of pocket every year, money which they could be saving instead of wasting. Almost half of adults admit their extravagant spending means they often buy things...

Brexit Britain is good news. For Brexit Brussels. Lloyds of London looks set to become Lloyds of London and Brussels with one in six staff of one of the world's biggest insurance markets moving to Belgium to secure a post-Brexit foothold in Europe. The announcement will be a major embarrassment for sections of the press cheering this morning what Theresa May called an opportunity "to shape a stronger future for Britain."  The humiliating reality check comes just one day after Theresa May set out her...