Understanding your Statutory Credit Report

What is a Statutory Credit Report? If you live in the UK, you likely understand the importance of having a good credit score. A credit score helps lenders evaluate an individual’s creditworthiness when determining whether or not to approve a loan or other financial product. It can also impact the interest rate and other lending … Continue reading “Understanding your Statutory Credit Report”

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How You Can Help Prevent Fraud in 2025

Fraud has become an increasingly prevalent issue, affecting individuals, businesses, and governments alike. In 2025, as digital advancements continue to shape our world, fraudsters are more sophisticated than ever. However, the good news is that you, as the ‘average’ person, have a significant role to play in reducing the risk of fraud. Here are actionable … Continue reading “How You Can Help Prevent Fraud in 2025”

Why Talk Money Week is Important and How Speaking About Finances Helps

Every year, as autumn settles in, the UK marks a significant event that doesn’t just impact wallets but can also reshape lives—Talk Money Week. Organized by the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS), this awareness week encourages open conversations around finances, breaking through long-standing taboos that often leave many feeling isolated or stressed about money. Here’s … Continue reading “Why Talk Money Week is Important and How Speaking About Finances Helps”

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How to Manage Microphone Privacy Settings with iOS 14: A Quick Guide

Last week, Apple released iOS 14, and with it came a new indicator: a small orange dot that appears in the top right corner of your screen. This confused many people at first, but it’s really quite simple. Whenever you see this dot, it indicates that the particular app you’re using has access to your … Continue reading “How to Manage Microphone Privacy Settings with iOS 14: A Quick Guide”

How to Spot Cryptocurrency Scams: 3 Simple Steps

Last week, the Twitter accounts of Barack Obama, Elon Musk, and Jeff Bezos, and many other public figures all tweeted out similar messages promising to give back to their followers in these trying times. These messages included links to a bitcoin address claiming that anyone who sent money would receive double the amount back. The … Continue reading “How to Spot Cryptocurrency Scams: 3 Simple Steps”

How to Choose a Credit Card: Interest Rates vs. Rewards

When it comes to choosing credit cards, there are a lot of options to consider, and it can be an overwhelming process. With so many offers boasting up front rewards and discounts and other incentives, it can be hard to determine which offer is best for you and your unique financial situation. Two of the … Continue reading “How to Choose a Credit Card: Interest Rates vs. Rewards”

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