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  • Current Account Switch Service – All You Need To Know

    When did you last change your current account? These days there is plenty of competition in the current account market, as we’ve highlighted in this round-up of the Best Current Accounts. Time to switch? The banking landscape has changed in...
  • How To Send Money To India

    There are around 1.5 million people of Indian origin living in the UK. And, for many, sending money back to India is a regular occurence – whether that’s to cover bills at a property, support relatives, or pay for travel...
  • Do You Need Plumbing And Drainage Cover?

    Plumbing and drainage insurance protects against the cost of emergency repairs to your home’s pipes, drains, sinks or toilets. It also offers peace of mind that sudden leaks or blockages will be dealt with promptly – and won’t involve a...
  • Gas And Electricity Standing Charges – Explained

    If you check your energy bills, you might notice they include so-called ‘standing charges’, as well as the amount you pay for the gas and/or electricity you use.  Standing charges cover the cost to your supplier of actually delivering energy...
  • How To Borrow More On Your Mortgage

    Increasing the size of your mortgage can be a cost-effective way to raise cash. It’s a particularly popular way to finance home improvements for example, but could equally be used for other purposes such as investing in a buy-to-let property. ...
  • What Type Of ISA Should I Get?

    Using your Individual Savings Account (ISA) allowance each tax year (which runs from 6 April to 5 April) is one of the best ways to reduce the tax you pay on your savings and investments.  But what type of ISA...
  • Over 50s Car Insurance – What You Need To Know

    As you get older and more experienced behind the wheel, you can often find car insurance for less. Drivers aged between 50 and 70 generally make fewer claims than those in other age groups, so many insurers lower their premiums...
  • How To Get Travel Insurance For USA

    Whether you are taking your family to the theme parks of Florida, exploring the canyons of Nevada, skiing in Colorado or enjoying the sights in New York, a comprehensive travel insurance policy is a vital part of any trip to...
  • When Do You Need Worldwide Travel Insurance?

    If you’re planning a trip outside Europe (when European cover could be sufficient – more on this later), buying worldwide travel insurance should be an important part of your preparations. Here’s what you need to know. What is worldwide travel...
  • Guide To Family Travel Insurance

    Family holidays are a special opportunity to spend quality time with your loved ones. But what if your flight is cancelled or your luggage goes missing?  If you don’t have travel insurance in place, your family holiday could quickly become...
  • Do You Need Holiday Cancellation Insurance?

    Few jobs are as exciting as booking a holiday, especially when you haven’t been able to travel for a while.  But what if something happens to prevent you going on the trip? Every year, thousands of holidays have to be...
  • What Is Economy 7 And Economy 10?

    The way you pay for electricity depends on the type of electricity meter you have in your home. A standard meter monitors your usage and calculates your bill using a single rate per kW per hour (kWh). However, if you...