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Paypal balance
What is the best way to pay off my paypal balance. Currently only just paying interest, want to clear it
Is a company geniune called Quick Money
Hi, I am suspicious but I just need confirmation. I have been applying online for a loan, but due to my poor credit history I have been rejected. However, I am being called on a daily basis from a mobile number from a company called Quick Money. They sound like they are working in an Indian Centre. They claim there website…
Eligibility For Zopa Loan - After IVA ?
Hello !! Pls, I had a car finance loan with Zopa. I paid it off (while I had the IVA). When the defaults fall off by December, 6, 2025, by God's Grace, how easy will it be for me to get a personal loan with Zopa - given that I paid off the loan early & also, that I probably have a good internal credit score - with Zopa ?…
Is it possible to give a secured loan to a family member
I have been asked to lend £10k to a family member who owns his house outright but needs to do some work on it prior to selling it. I have been promised the money back when he sells as he has no no other disposable income. Is it possible, as an individual to create a loan agreement that states that the full £10k must be…
Amigo didn’t put guarantors name on contract
Hi, I’m getting a lot of hassle from Lantern UK… I’m autistic and don’t have any external support. so I was told to apply for the scheme where people were miss-sold loans about two years ago I think? My ex partner and I took out a loan to be able to move home, as it was urgent. This was in 2018. I was told that the…
What to do?
I approached my bank for a loan 50k, they said is wasn't possible because of a business at the premises. I then looked for a mortgage, doable but would need to take out a building warranty insurance at around 9k, as a new build property. Thinking about other ways to finance my project, I can now probably raise 30k cash,…
Applied for a loan so APR on other loans increased
I applied for a loan to buy a car, so it isn't a small loan, but I have a fantastic credit score. I went to Tesco Bank as they were offering 6.0% but was having issues applying online, so I called them late afternoon on Monday. I don't recall whether they told me before or after agreeing to a credit search that the offer…
Moneyway Car Finance - Support During Arrears Claim
Hi All, Out of the blue I received a letter from Moneyway owned by Secure Trust Bank to say that they are currently reviewing the support that they offered to customers during times of arrears as they admit that they may not have supported customers as well as they could. A while back I had a £20k car loan eventually…
Need help with making decision on my car finance situation.
Hi guys I need an advice regarding paying off my car finance I currently own Honda Civic 1.5l 2017 Fk7 MK10. It’s reaching 100.000 miles and I paid off nearly 3 out of 5 years of the finance on it (£8.100 left to pay). I have decided that I will leave the UK forever next year due to family issues and I am trying to think…
How to work out what might be cheaper - money transfer from a credit card, or a loan
My husband wants to borrow £3,000 to cover the cost of a lease extension. He is trying to compare whether it would be cheaper to do a money transfer from his credit card (currently zero balance) or get a bank loan. Either way, this value will be included in a re-mortgage in a few months time; so it is only a temporary loan…
How to complain about excessive interest rates
Hello, We stupidly agreed to a loan with Shawbrook for repayment of our windows installed by Britelite. I have received our annual statement and we will be paying £7050 interest on a £5395 loan so far we’ve repaid about £7900 with a balance outstanding £3498. This feels like usury in this current climate. we haven’t…
Court claim kearns solicitors
Hi apologies if I have posted this in the wrong thread. Basically I received a claim form for a debt with link financial/kearns. I rang them last Monday to explain my situation etc and offered a repayment plan if they agreed to not pursue the claim through court. They agreed the payment plan and said a letter will be sent…
Heliodor Mortgages _Topaz Finance Ltd - not discharged a previously settled debt
Really seeking some advice, la catalogue of errors back in early 2022 by our solicitor (buying) and the sellers solicitor. Sellers Solicitor took an undertaking that a registered charge in favour of Topaz Finance Ltd Jan 2005 and an equitable charge in favour of Northern Rock May 2009. Having purchased the house and not…
Use of interest free loan
My parents paid some time ago a big bill for me which was of significant benefit. They have also offered me an interest free loan which although I do not need right now I am thinking i could deposit in a savings account and return the interest I earn to my parents in gratitude for the bill they paid for me previously. My…
Amigo Loan mis-sold
Hello, I was a full-time student when I took out a loan via Amigo Loans in 2014. They offered me the loan and I took it with a guarantor. I only worked 10 hours per week. Despite my limited income, I was offered this loan, which I could not realistically afford. Since then, I have remained in debt, still paying off a loan…
In debt with a bad credit history seeking a consolidating loan
This post is about getting a loan when you have a bad credit record. My daughter has got herself into debt (circa 5K GBP). Mostly a credit card but also Klarna and Council tax. This has been due to the impact of having to supplement an income adversely impacted by poor mental health. She works for the NHS who have been a…
Fixed vs Variable Business Loan
When I read about fixed vs variable business loans, I always thought it referred to the interest rate being either fixed or variable (and therefore the repayments also fixed or variable as a result), but the loan term remaining fixed. I spoke to a bank lending manager about a loan and they called it a variable business…
Taking out a loan before switching mortgage deal
Hi, I'm considering taking out a loan to consolidate some credit card debt. My 2 year fixed mortgage is up in September and I'm wondering if applying for a loan now will affect my new deal even if i was to stay with my existing lender? Don't know much about this as this was my first home purchase so any advice would be…
Loan to help a family member
Hello, my boyfriend recently took a loan out in his own name with his own details to help a family member pay for car repairs and other household items. I know he is fully responsible for paying the loan back he is not looking payment back from the family member but they are paying him back as a gesture of goodwill. Is…
Home improvement Loan for non home owner
I live with my wife in a home which is owned by her parents. The house has no mortgage and we don’t pay any rent.We want to get a home improvement loan but as we don’t own the property, we can not get a mortgage. Where would be the best place to obtain a loan with a low interest rate?

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Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
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Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
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Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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