December
Hurry to beat the train fare price hike
There's only a tiny window to beat the annual train and tube price fare hikes which could save you hundreds of pounds
31 December 2012
Halifax & Lloyds customers can't get cash on New Year's Eve
Reports from angry customers of debit cards being rejected and online banking down, on biggest party night of the year
31 December 2012
Financial advice shake-up: what will you pay?
A landmark shake-up takes effect today which will lead to most having to pay an upfront fee for investment advice
31 December 2012
Tesco offers lowest loan rate on record
The supermarket giant slashes its interest rate to just 5.2% APR, following on from new deals from its rivals
28 December 2012
Christmas presents arrived late? Know your refund rights
While you won't be able to make up for the disappointment, you may be able to get your money back or get compensation
27 December 2012
Beware financial adviser 'Ferrari' salesmen: Guest comment
A shake-up in financial advice begins next week aimed at protecting consumers but some advisers question if it'll work
27 December 2012
Hundreds of thousands in line for ATM refunds
Hundreds of thousands of consumers are in line for a refund of cash left at RBS and HSBC ATMs
24 December 2012
Drivers paid more for fuel in 2012
Petrol prices have dipped of late but drivers have still paid more to fill up during this year than last, says the AA
21 December 2012
Northern Rock falsely told borrowers they had legal protection
Customers who borrowed more than £25,000 were told their agreements were backed by law, when they weren't
21 December 2012
Insurance costs up for some as gender ruling takes effect
Insurers are now banned from using a customer's gender to decide the cost of their premiums
21 December 2012
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