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August 2008 Financial Articles
Credit Crunch Hits Gap Year Students
carefree Gap Years are over, with two thirds of students now travelling for only six months and over half of gap year travellers admitting to the fear of facing debt upon their return.18 August 2008
Health insurance important for travel outside Europe
It is increasingly vital that holidaymakers get health insurance when travelling outside Europe, according to the Association of British Insurers (ABI).18 August 2008
Online banking will help people save
By banking online people will be able to monitor their money more closely and this will help them to plan their finances, claims the Association of Payment Clearing Services (APACS).18 August 2008
Insurance premiums will be hit by drink driving
Motorists risk a serious rise in their car insurance premiums if they are convicted of drink driving, claims Norwich Union.15 August 2008
Islamic insurance may have wide appeal
Islamic insurance products may be attractive to the non-Muslim community due to the policies' ethical nature, claims Salaam Halal.15 August 2008
Mortgages not a problem
Difficulty securing a mortgage is not the main reason why potential homeowners are not buying property, according to a new study.15 August 2008
FCO warns Brits over travel insurance
British tourists are being told to get appropriate travel insurance before a holiday following a study which found that many experience problems when on holiday abroad.14 August 2008
Harder to get a mortgage with property valuation rules
New rules for valuing properties could make it harder for first-time buyers to get the best mortgage deals, claims FirstRung.14 August 2008
FTBs will benefit from a shared-equity mortgage
Shared-equity mortgages are a good option for first-time buyers looking to get onto the property ladder, claims a mortgage advisor.13 August 2008
Students should choose accounts carefully
Students need to be aware of the features of a bank account before they start their life at university, claims a national money education charity.13 August 2008