Published in December 2008

Time To Curb Credit Cards

by Cliff D'Arcy | A leading business group has urged the government to cap the rates charged by credit cards. Fool.co.uk has supported this curb for years...

Credit Crunch Beating Credit Cards!

by Szu Ping Chan | Forget boring balance transfers and lacklustre purchase deals, we highlight the credit cards which really reward you...

Cracking Current Accounts To Kick Off 2009

by Serena Cowdy | New Year, new resolutions… new current account anyone? Here’s how to make your bank work harder for you in 2009.

Beware Of This Dirty Credit Card Trick!

by Szu Ping Chan | As Christmas approaches, we reveal how one sneaky credit card trick could leave you out of pocket by over £300...

Earn £60 A Year From An Empty Current Account

by Laura Starkey | Halifax has launched a new current account that pays no interest on balances. But it could earn you an extra £60 a year -- even if you spend every penny you pay in.

Why Plastic Really Is Fantastic!

by Rachel Wait | How your Visa debit card can protect you when things go wrong…

We Should Learn A Lesson From The US

by Cliff D'Arcy | American financial watchdogs are planning a crackdown on unfair practices in the credit-card market. British regulators should follow suit.

Get Extra Cash At Christmas

by Cliff D'Arcy | Don’t let the crunch steal Christmas. Here’s an easy way to earn cash as you shop, both now and in the years ahead.

How To Tackle Your Overdraft Today!

by Jane Baker | If you regularly slip into the red on your current account, here’s how to banish your overdraft once and for all!

Credit-Card Pact Could Bring in Fees

by Cliff D'Arcy | The government has forced credit-card issuers to agree to treat struggling cardholders more fairly. However, this could herald the return of annual fees...

Is This Really The Best Credit Card On The Market?

by Serena Cowdy | Serena Cowdy evaluates the Virgin Money credit card.

Labouring Under High Interest Rates?

by Cliff D'Arcy | The Labour Party credit card comes under attack for charging sky-high interest rates. Are affinity and donation cards worth having?

Loans Aren’t Getting Cheaper

by Jane Baker | If you thought falling interest rates meant cheaper loans, I'm afraid you’re going to be disappointed.

Make The Most Of Your Current Account

by Szu Ping Chan | We tell you why your current account could be a better place for your banking needs than a savings account or credit card - while saving you money at the same time!

8.5% Fixed Savings Rate - With Easy Access

by Neil Faulkner | You can still get an 8.5% return on your savings....

Credit Card Lenders Get Personal

by Rachel Wait | Credit card issuers are set to share even more data about their customers in a bid to promote responsible lending. But will it really work? And could rate tarts suffer?

Published in November 2008

Credit Card Rip-Offs That Should Be Banned!

by Szu Ping Chan | We reveal five of the worst credit card rip-offs, ever! And their potential cures...

Get Free Cash From Your Current Account!

by Szu Ping Chan | Despite the fact we use them on a day to day basis, current accounts are the often forgotten product of the banking world.

The Best Credit Cards For Christmas Spending

by Serena Cowdy | Some 18% of us will be putting our Christmas purchases on a credit card this year, according to recent research by credit experts Experian.

Credit Cards For Serious Spending

by Szu Ping Chan | If you're planning to do some serious spending this Christmas, you could earn some serious cash if you use one of these two credit cards.

The 0% Credit Card Of The Year

by Laura Starkey | Laura Starkey recommends you use this card to demolish your credit card debts.

Why Credit Card Spending Is Wise!

by Jane Baker | How your credit card can provide crucial consumer protection when things go wrong.

Credit Cards For All Weathers

by Szu Ping Chan | When it comes to credit cards, it’s rare to find a card that really has that ‘wow’ factor.

The Curse Of The Credit-Card Crunch!

by Cliff D'Arcy | Despite the Bank of England slashing its base rate, interest rates and fees charged by credit cards continue to creep up...

The Lowdown On Pawnbroking

by Emma Lunn | The credit crunch might spell bad news for consumers and banks but not everyone is doing badly out of the downturn: Pawnbrokers are boasting an increase in business…

You May Not Get The Full Rate Cut

by Ed Bowsher | Pundits are predicting a cut in the base rate this Thursday, but borrowers may not get the full cut.

Published in October 2008

Some Good News For Borrowers

by Ed Bowsher | There are some early signs of recovery in the credit markets. If the trend continues, that could be good news for borrowers.

Five Fabulous Current Accounts

by Rachel Wait | Are you really getting the best deal on your current account or is it time you made the switch?

Breathe Easy With This Balance Transfer

by Laura Starkey | Laura Starkey praises a card that offers permanent relief from sky-high interest rates.

Beware Of These Christmas Credit Traps

by Rachel Wait | As the pressures of Christmas shopping start to pile up, don’t get sucked in by these offers…

This Year's Best Credit Card

by Laura Starkey | Get the lowdown on Laura Starkey's favourite credit card.

The 11 Cheapest Personal Loans

by Neil Faulkner | Neil Faulkner rounds up the best personal loans on the market.

Balance-Transfer Cards The Next Victim Of The Credit Crunch?

by Neil Faulkner | It’s been a year since we last made a forecast about what will happen with credit cards. Now it’s time for an update.

Credit That Doesn‘t Cost A Penny

by Cliff D'Arcy | Although almost all credit cards provide an interest-free period to ‘full payers’, this is never more than 59 days. To make the most of no-cost credit, you need a special kind of card...

Three Credit Card Tricks To Avoid!

by Szu Ping Chan | Here are three little known credit card catches that could end up costing you more than you bargained for…

The Nicest Current Account In Town

by Szu Ping Chan | Szu Ping Chan takes a look at a bad type of bank account which could have some redeeming benefits.

Credit Cards For The Disorganised

by Ed Bowsher | If organisation isn’t one of your strengths, and you have some credit card debt, a lifetime balance transfer card might be just the right thing for you.

Loan Rates Rocket

by Christina Jordan | Need a loan? Expect to pay more.

Disaster For Halifax Cardholders!

by Cliff D'Arcy | The giant Halifax/Bank of Scotland group has slashed minimum monthly repayments on its credit cards. This may seem like a lifeline, but it’s actually a nightmare...

The True Value Of Current Accounts With Benefits

by Neil Faulkner | Are current accounts with extra benefits like travel insurance and breakdown cover really worth paying for? Neil Faulkner finds out.

My Credit Card Gives Me Free Money

by Donna Ferguson | You'll smile with every purchase you make on this market-leading cashback card.

Published in September 2008

The Worst Way To Spend This Season!

by Laura Starkey | If you’re looking for smart ways to save money -- or have already started panicking about the cost of Christmas -- beware the sneaky store cards that will actually inflate your spending!

MBNA Platinum Plus credit card

by Donna Werbner | Donna Werbner reviews the pros and cons of the MBNA Platinum Plus credit card

Good And Bad Pre-Paid Cards

by Neil Faulkner | Neil Faulkner investigates the best and worst pre-paid cards.

Avoid This Appalling Loan Rip-Off!

by Cliff D'Arcy | Be very careful when choosing a personal loan, because this rip-off will bump up your repayments by 20% or more!

Royal Bank of Scotland Platinum

by Donna Werbner |

Egg Visa credit card

by Rachel Robson | Rachel Robson reviews the pros and cons of the Egg Visa credit card

MBNA Platinum Visa credit card

by Rachel Robson | Rachel Robson reviews the pros and cons of the MBNA Platinum Visa credit card

MBNA Platinum Rewards Visa

by John Fitzsimons | John Fitzsimons reviews the pros and cons of the MBNA Platinum Rewards Visa credit card

Bank of Scotland All in One MasterCard

by Rachel Robson | Rachel Robson reviews the pros and cons of the Bank of Scotland All in One MasterCard

Barclaycard Gold Visa credit card

by John Fitzsimons | John Fitzsimons reviews the pros and cons of the Barclaycard Gold Visa credit card

Saga Platinum credit card

by John Fitzsimons | John Fitzsimons reviews the pros and cons of the Saga Platinum credit card

Lloyds TSB MasterCard

by Donna Werbner | Donna Werbner reviews the pros and cons of the Lloyds TSB MasterCard

Halifax Plus credit card

by Donna Werbner | Donna Werbner reviews the pros and cons of the Halifax Plus credit card

NatWest Platinum credit card

by Donna Werbner | Donna Werbner reviews the pros and cons of the NatWest Platinum credit card

Barclaycard Platinum credit card

by John Fitzsimons | John Fitzsimons reviews the pros and cons of the Barclaycard Platinum credit card

Virgin Money credit card

by Donna Werbner | Donna Werbner reviews the pros and cons of the Virgin Money credit card

Halifax All in One MasterCard

by John Fitzsimons | John Fitzsimons reviews the pros and cons of the Halifax All in One MasterCard

Sainsbury's Finance MasterCard

by John Fitzsimons | John Fitzsimons reviews the pros and cons of the Sainsbury's Finance MasterCard

Bank of Scotland Plus credit card

by Donna Werbner | Donna Werbner reviews the pros and cons of the Bank of Scotland Plus credit card

Royal Bank of Scotland Platinum credit card

by Donna Werbner | Donna Werbner reviews the pros and cons of the Royal Bank of Scotland Platinum credit card

Sainsbury's credit card

by Donna Werbner | Donna Werbner reviews the pros and cons of the Sainsbury's credit card

Creation Credit Card

by Donna Werbner |

Natwest Platinum

by Donna Werbner |

Easy Money Comes At A High Price!

by Cliff D'Arcy | When money is tight, credit-card cheques can seem like a lifeline. However, you should watch out for these five traps.

How To Stop Identity And Card Fraud

by Neil Faulkner | Don't just rely on insurance to protect you from identity theft and card fraud. It's much better to take these precautions to prevent it happening in the first place!

My Top Two Balance Transfer Cards!

by Laura Starkey | If you want to transfer a balance onto an interest-free credit card, check out these two brilliant buys.

Will Loans Get Cheaper?

by Cliff D'Arcy | One leading provider of personal loans has cut its interest rates. Will other lenders follow suit, or is credit still crunched?

Plastic Is Fantastic!

by Emma Lunn | Why you should have a credit card even if you don’t need to borrow money.

Good, Bad And Ugly Credit Cards!

by Szu Ping Chan | Here’s a quick guide to the best credit cards to go for, no matter whether your credit record is good, bad or ugly!

Overdrafts Are Getting Too Expensive!

by Cliff D'Arcy | As the credit crunch bites and bad debts mount up, banks are fighting back by raising interest rates for borrowers. Clearly, being overdrawn is set to become even costlier...

Why It Pays To Be A Tart

by Szu Ping Chan | ...a rate tart that is. Here's how 0% balance transfer credit cards size up against their lifetime balance transfer rivals, and how both cards could save you a small fortune.

My Favourite Credit Card

by Ed Bowsher | Ed Bowsher has a new favourite credit card. Read all about it here.....

Earn Cash As You Splash!

by Cliff D'Arcy | With the cost of living soaring and disposable incomes under pressure, it’s getting harder to make ends meet. Here’s how to reclaim a slice of your spending.

Don't Let Bank Blunders Cost You Money

by Jane Baker | Can you trust your bank to pay you the right amount of interest? Be on your guard for slip ups.  

Don’t Be Tempted By This Current Account

by Emma Lunn | This current account is supposed to make you better off by £280 a year. But one Fool wouldn’t touch it with a bargepole…

Watch Out For This Current Account Shake-Up

by Szu Ping Chan | Szu Ping Chan looks at a current account shake-up that could be a bad sign for British banking as we know it.

An Outstanding Credit Card

by Cliff D'Arcy | We have great news for hard-pressed borrowers, thanks to a terrific new card which offers interest-free credit until the next decade.

Drive A Deal On Your New Car Purchase

by Esther Shaw | For many of us, buying a car is the second most expensive purchase we make in our lives, and yet all too often we end up paying over the odds for our new set of wheels.

Published in August 2008

Credit Cards You Rarely See

by Neil Faulkner | Here are a couple of types of credit card that are often overlooked.

Get Rewarded For Your Weekly Shop

by Szu Ping Chan | Want to be rewarded every time you're at the supermarket? These credit cards may be right up your street...

88% Of Us Don’t Know This About Our Credit Cards

by Serena Cowdy | Most people don’t know the credit card fact that could save them a packet. Do you?

Lloyds Hunts Well-Off Customers

by Cliff D'Arcy | On Tuesday, Lloyds TSB launched Vantage, its new current-account package. We do the sums and put it to the test.

Don’t Be Bullied Into Buying This

by Serena Cowdy | Find out why applying for a new credit card made Serena Cowdy so angry!

Credit Cards For Crafty Customers

by Cliff D'Arcy | Many credit cards are very specialised and do only one job well. Nevertheless, one of these Best Buys will make you happy.

My Top Three Personal Loans

by Jane Baker | Personal loans are getting more expensive, but can you still get a decent deal?

How To Get A Loan When The Bank Says No!

by Jane Baker | If you’re having trouble getting a bank loan because you’re a young borrower, this novel concept could be the answer. It's also a brand new way for investors to make money from the credit crunch!

Take Control Of Your Credit Card Spending

by Mary Doyle | Plastic can be fantastic, but it can also spell financial disaster if it’s not handled correctly. Here’s how to control your credit cards -- so they don’t control you.

Avoid This Credit Card Con!

by Szu Ping Chan | Here’s one type of credit card to be avoided... even though it offers you loads of fantastic plastic perks!

Exclusive: More Pain For Egg Customers!

by Cliff D'Arcy | We reveal shocking news for customers of online bank Egg. Get ready to pay lots more interest and new fees...

A Prepaid Card That’s Worth Getting

by Neil Faulkner | Prepaid cards usually make Neil Faulkner look glum, but there’s a new one that stands out.

Published in July 2008

A Smarter Way To Spend

by Laura Starkey | Ditch your debit card for a cashback credit card -- and get free money. Yes, really!

My Five Favourite Student Accounts

by lovemoney.com staff | If you’re headed into higher education this autumn, make sure you pick the best bank account for you.

Another Six Months In Limbo!

by Cliff D'Arcy | More bad news for bank customers, as the City watchdog agrees to a six-month freeze on complaints about bank charges. Shame!

Is This Credit Card All It’s Cracked Up To Be?

by Szu Ping Chan | Egg has a couple of unusual credit cards.

How To Beat Overdraft Charges

by Serena Cowdy | If you're on the verge of hitting your overdraft limit, don't panic. Here's how to steer clear of the charges.

It’s Official: British Banks Are Bad!

by Laura Starkey | Laura Starkey looks at the less than astonishing findings of the OFT's new UK current account market study.

15 Tips For Using Unsecured Loans

by Neil Faulkner | There might not be any amazing deals out there at present, but that doesn’t mean we’ve got no guidance for you on personal loans. Here are 15 tips.

Banking On A Better Summer

by Cliff D'Arcy | Before you shoot off on your summer holiday, why not knock your current account into shape? Switching between banks could leave you hundreds of pounds a year better off.

The Longest 0% Balance Transfer Card...Ever!

by Jane Baker | A 0% balance transfer is a brilliant way of getting to grips with your credit card debt.

The Credit Card Credit Crunch

by Stuart J Watson | The crunch is starting to have more of an impact on the credit card market. But there are still deals aplenty for the time being.

Use This Credit Card To Clear Your Overdraft

by Serena Cowdy | I explain the easiest -- and cheapest -- way to demolish overdraft debts!

Britain's Best Current Account?

by Szu Ping Chan | Could a current account that pays zero interest be the best in Britain? Find out which bank we're talking about - and why we think it's so good!

The Death Of Secured Loans?

by Cliff D'Arcy | The UK’s largest provider of secured personal loans is to stop lending. Will the credit crunch kill off this market?

Need A Large Loan? Better Go Private

by Christina Jordan | Private banks are stealing a march on the high-net-worth mortgage market.

Try This Brilliant Balance Transfer!

by Laura Starkey | Here's the lowdown on two great credit cards which allow you to pay off your debts at your pace.

Last Of The Low Rate Loans

by Stuart J Watson | It looks like we’ve seen the end of sub-7% personal loans for the time being, but this form of borrowing still offers good value for money.

Published in June 2008

Large Loans Cost Less

by Cliff D'Arcy | The more you borrow, the lower the average interest rate you’ll pay...

10 Things I Hate About...Credit Cards!

by Jane Baker | Credit cards often come with nasty catches. Here's how to avoid them.

The Best Debit Card To Use Abroad

by Serena Cowdy | When it comes to overseas spending, all debit cards are not created equal! Find out which one you should be using this summer.

10 Things I Hate About...Credit Cards!

by Jane Baker | Credit cards often come with nasty catches. Here's how to avoid them.

Reward Your Summer Spending

by Szu Ping Chan | Make the most of your summer spending - get a reward credit card.

Earn 60 Times More Current Account Interest!

by Szu Ping Chan | And it's not just for new customers either. Find out more here...

Britain's Worst Store Cards

by Cliff D'Arcy | New rules introduced a year ago have failed to clean up store cards. Indeed, our exclusive research shows some cards have become more expensive...

I Love This Credit Card!

by Serena Cowdy | Serena Cowdy explains why she's excited by the latest credit card on the market.

Published in May 2008

Bank Charges Have NOT Got Cheaper

by Neil Faulkner | Barclays is once again changing the small print in its current-account contracts to try to get around the unfair bank charges issue.

Four Top Credit Cards

by Ed Bowsher | Ed Bowsher takes a look at four cracking credit cards that could help you get your finances in ship-shape for the summer.

Ditch Your Crafty Current Account!

by Laura Starkey | Some banks are trying to ensure that customers won't gain anything from a reduction in bank charges. Here's how they're doing it... And how to stop them!

My Favourite Credit Card

by Ed Bowsher | Fool editor Ed Bowsher tells us why he's just applied for a Halifax All in One Mastercard.

Stretch Your Credit Card Benefits!

by Szu Ping Chan | Promotional periods and perks aside, here's another way to make your credit card work harder for you...

Transfer Your Credit Card Balance For Free!

by Jane Baker | A credit card balance transfer fee can be a real sting in the tail. Here's how to avoid it.

Claim Your Cashback Today

by Cliff D'Arcy | If you play your cards right, then you can earn good money from credit cards. We reveal the cream of the cashback crop.

Avoid This Enormous APR!

by Serena Cowdy | Would you want a loan secured against your car? Serena Cowdy looks at why this 'logbook lending' should be avoided.

Cash And Credit Cards Don't Mix

by Cliff D'Arcy | Our new research exposes the excessive cost of withdrawing cash using credit cards. It's shocking stuff!

Cash And Credit Cards Don't Mix

by Cliff D'Arcy | Our new research exposes the excessive cost of withdrawing cash using credit cards. It's shocking stuff!

Use This Credit Card To Beat The Crunch

by Serena Cowdy | Are you paying too much interest on your debts? This credit card could help you through the hard times ahead.

My £7000 Question

by Laura Starkey | Laura Starkey explains why some good-looking loans turn ugly.

Reclaim Your Bank And Card Charges

by Neil Faulkner | This is a classic article that tells you how to start your bank charges claim.

The Best Credit Cards To Use Abroad

by Serena Cowdy | Looking forward to your summer getaway? Don't let extra credit card fees spoil your holiday.

Published in April 2008

Credit Cards For All Occasions

by Neil Faulkner | There are three credit cards that stand out at the moment. So here they are.

How Generous Is Your Bank Account?

by Cliff D'Arcy | How much better off could you be if you switched your current account? Cliff D'Arcy investigates.

Bank Charges Ruling Not Straightforward

by Neil Faulkner | The bank charges verdict is more mixed than the media has led us to believe. Read about it here.

Is This The End Of Paying With Cash?

by Szu Ping Chan | Will contactless payment cards change the way we spend forever? Here's some things you need to know...

Should We Cut Up Our Credit Cards?

by Serena Cowdy | If you want to keep your spending under control, is cutting up your credit cards really the answer? Serena Cowdy investigates.

The Best Overdraft Rates In Town

by Szu Ping Chan | Which accounts are best for customers who regularly use their overdrafts? Szu Ping Chan investigates.

Is Your Credit Card Charging More?

by Cliff D'Arcy | Although the Bank of England is reducing its base rate, credit cards are getting more expensive. We explain how to curb these costs.

Personal Loans Are Getting Pricier

by Cliff D'Arcy | The credit crunch isn't just hitting mortgage borrowers. In 2008, unsecured loans have become costlier, too...

The Classic Current Account Con

by Szu Ping Chan | Why packaged current accounts could be a very bad idea...

How To Choose The Best Loan

by Szu Ping Chan | Should you always go for the absolute cheapest rate when choosing a loan - or are there other important factors to consider?

Credit Cards Can Save You From The Credit Crunch

by Donna Ferguson | If you've got credit card debt, should you be worried about the credit crunch?

Pricey Personal Loans

by Cliff D'Arcy | When you're picking a personal loan, you will be offered loan insurance. These policies are normally a rip-off.

Credit Cards Can Save You From The Credit Crunch

by Donna Ferguson | If you've got credit card debt, should you be worried about the credit crunch?

Credit Cards That Will Save You From The Credit Crunch

by Donna Ferguson | If you've got credit card debt, should you be worried about the credit crunch?

Published in March 2008

Fool News: Brits Prefer Plastic To Cash

by Laura Starkey | How much money do Fools carry around? Do you rely on cash or credit? Laura Starkey investigates.

The Cheapest Way To Borrow A Grand

by Szu Ping Chan | Traditionally loans get cheaper the more you want to borrow. But where's the best place to go if you only need £1,000.

How £5 Can Lose £50

by Cliff D'Arcy | Borrowing on a credit card can be very expensive, especially if there's a mix-up with your repayments. Here's one reader's tale of woe.

How £5 Can Lose £50

by Cliff D'Arcy | Borrowing on a credit card can be very expensive, especially if there's a mix-up with your repayments. Here's one reader's tale of woe.

Half Of Home Loans Are History

by Cliff D'Arcy | The credit crunch is causing mayhem in the mortgage market, with lending disappearing fast. Here's how to grab your ideal home loan.

Fantastic Plastic For Holidaymakers

by Cliff D'Arcy | With Easter just around the corner, millions of Brits will be heading abroad. We continue our 'The Good, The Bad and The Ugly' email series with a look at the best and worst cards to take overseas.

The Best Basic Bank Accounts For Bankrupts

by Serena Cowdy | Have you been refused a bank account? Reading this might help.

Hands Off Our 0% Cards!

by Cliff D'Arcy | A senior Conservative MP has criticised 0% credit cards for getting people into debt. We explain why he's mistaken.

Hands Off Our 0% Cards!

by Cliff D'Arcy | A senior Conservative MP has criticised 0% credit cards for getting people into debt. We explain why he's mistaken.

Arranging Your Overdraft? Read This First!

by Serena Cowdy | If you're about to ask for an overdraft extension, first read about the fees you may be charged.

Avoid Interest For An Entire Year

by Cliff D'Arcy | Cliff D'Arcy rounds up the best 0% on purchases credit cards available at the moment.

Get Free Flights With Your Credit Card!

by Szu Ping Chan | Fancy a free flight for your everyday spending? A reward credit card offering air miles may be right up your street...

Get Paid To Spend!

by Jane Baker | Which credit cards have the most generous cashback rates? Find out here...

Killing Credit Cards With A Loan

by Cliff D'Arcy | If you're looking to borrow over several years, then a personal loan is usually a better bet than a credit card.

Cut Your Interest Bill By 10%

by Jane Baker | If you want a guaranteed low interest rate for life on your credit card balance, take at look at these great deals.

Cut Your Interest Bill By 10%

by Jane Baker | If you want a guaranteed low interest rate for life on your credit card balance, take at look at these great deals.

Published in February 2008

The Ugly Side Of Current Accounts

by Serena Cowdy | Serena Cowdy has a look at the ugly aspects of some UK current accounts - so you can choose the one that best fits your needs.

The End Of Cheap Credit: How To Survive It

by Serena Cowdy | The era of cheap credit could be over - for good. What steps can you take now to ensure you don't suffer later?

Norwich & Peterborough -- A Correction

by Ed Bowsher | Earlier this week we got our facts wrong on the Norwich & Peterborough BS Gold Account. It's a better account than we said.

The Best 0% Balance Transfer Credit Card In Town

by Jane Baker | We take a look at the classically Foolish product -- the 0% balance transfer credit card.

The Best 0% Balance Transfer Credit Card In Town

by Jane Baker | We take a look at the classically Foolish product -- the 0% balance transfer credit card.

It's Loanly At The Top

by Cliff D'Arcy | There are almost 80 different lenders currently offering personal loans. Here's one good example that tops the best buy tables in more ways than one.

0% Transfers Still Make Sense!

by Cliff D'Arcy | With 0% balance transfers, you can wipe out your credit-card interest bill. However, some deals aren't what they used to be...

Top Cashback Credit Cards

by Szu Ping Chan | Fancy earning cashback on everything you buy? Get paid for doing your daily shopping with a cashback credit card.

0% Transfers Still Make Sense!

by Cliff D'Arcy | With 0% balance transfers, you can wipe out your credit-card interest bill. However, some deals aren't what they used to be...

Borrow At Bargain Rates OR Earn 10% A Year On Your Investments

by Jane Baker | Whether you want to borrow a cheap loan or earn a huge return on your investment, we have an innovative but increasingly popular solution for you...

Earn 8.5% Interest In Your Current Account!

by Neil Faulkner | Some whacky deals from your bank: earn 8.5% interest for more than a year, and get a £200 cash payout in six months!

Earn 8.5% Interest In Your Current Account!

by Neil Faulkner | Some whacky deals from your bank: earn 8.5% interest for more than a year, and get a £200 cash payout in six months!

Be Careful With Your Credit Card Overseas

by Szu Ping Chan | Thousands of Brits on holiday could be caught out by an increasingly popular exchange rate practice called 'dynamic currency conversion'. Here's how.

Egg Cancels 161k Credit Cards

by Alison Hunt | With letters from Egg falling onto many of its customers doormats revoking their credit cards, we ask what can you do?

Published in January 2008

Cut Your Spending Before Your Bank Does It For You!

by Ed Bowsher | Credit card providers are cutting credit limits for older customers but are still offering more cash to young people.

Eleven Cracking Credit Cards

by Alison Hunt | If you've not switched credit card for a while you could be missing out on all manner of goodies. Check out these best buys of the moment.

Top Five Current Accounts

by Jane Baker | Does your current account measure up to the best on the market? Take a look at the winners and decide whether you should upgrade to a better model.

Watch Out For These Terrible 0% Traps!

by Cliff D'Arcy | You can save a fortune by transferring your credit-card balances to a 0% deal. Just make you avoid these six mistakes.

Why Can't I Get A Credit Card?

by Donna Ferguson | Donna Werbner investigates the secret reasons why credit card applications are being rejected.

Cheap Credit On The Horizon

by Jane Baker | As several lenders reduce personal loan rates this year, could this herald the end of the credit crunch?

The Best And Worst Loans

by Cliff D'Arcy | More personal loans are taken out in January than in any other month. However, the wrong loan could leave you thousands out of pocket...

The Best And Worst Loans

by Cliff D'Arcy | More personal loans are taken out in January than in any other month. However, the wrong loan could leave you thousands out of pocket...

Is Your Overdraft An Ogre?

by Cliff D'Arcy | Slipping into the red during the post-Christmas financial hangover could cost you an arm and a leg. We reveal the rip-off overdrafts.

Bank Charges Claim Vs. The FSA

by Neil Faulkner | Is the financial regulator controlled by the banks? We question the FSA's motives for its bizarre and awful handling of penalty bank charges.

Protect Your Money -- The Islamic Way

by Serena Cowdy | Serena Cowdy suggests that the high street banks might learn a thing or two from Islamic banking.

Make This Risky Loan Strategy Work For You

by Serena Cowdy | Can a consolidation loan ever be a good thing? Serena Cowdy looks at the pros -- and cons -- of 'tidying up' your debts.

Five Top Credit Cards

by Jane Baker | Here's how to take control of your Christmas credit card debt using balance transfers.

Five Top Credit Cards

by Jane Baker | Here's how to take control of your Christmas credit card debt using balance transfers.

How To Fund Your Postgraduate Course

by Szu Ping Chan | Funding your postgraduate course is a big financial commitment. Here are some of the options available to soften the blow should you decide to continue with your studies.