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May 2008 Financial Articles

Consumers told to improve credit card safety

Consumers need to make it harder for thieves to perpetrate credit card crime, according to trade association APCAS.
30 May 2008

'Seek advice' when buying insurance policy

With more comprehensive insurance policies available, consumers should seek advice before buying, claims the British Insurance Brokers' Association (BIBA).
30 May 2008

CML tells borrowers to contact their mortgage lenders

Borrowers need to contact their mortgage lenders at the first sign of financial difficulties, according to the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML).
29 May 2008

More mortgages in arrears, according to experts

An increasing number of people are set to get into mortgage arrears due to the credit crunch, according to the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML).
29 May 2008

Insurance companies clamping down on fraud

Insurance companies are introducing more sophisticated ways to detect insurance fraud, according to Fool.co.uk
28 May 2008

More families cannot afford holidays

Millions of families will be unable to afford a holiday this year due to the credit crunch, according to the Family Holiday Association (FHA).
28 May 2008

Consumers warned not to lie on insurance claims

People are being strongly advised not to lie on their insurance claims as it can have negative consequences.
28 May 2008

Women told pensions are vital for their future

Women should make sure they have both the state pension and a private pension to ensure they are comfortable in later life, claims an advisory firm.
27 May 2008

Building societies are a 'safe option', customers told

Savers a being urged to use building societies in times of economic uncertainty to ensure that their money is safe, claims Newcastle Building Society.
27 May 2008

Mortgage approvals down on last year

Compared to this time last year mortgage approvals have decreased by nearly 40 per cent, reports Reuters.
27 May 2008

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