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Table of Contents Government-Based Funding Options Tuition Fee Loans Maintenance Loans Supplementary Grants University and College-Specific Funding Bursaries and Scholarships Hardship Funds Private and Charitable Trusts Scholarships and Fellowships Educational Charities Professional and Career Development Loans External Funding Resources Final Thoughts Navigating the financial landscape of higher education can take time and effort for UK […]

Table of Contents What is a Loan Shark? How Loan Sharks Operate How to Check if a Lender is Authorised Reasons to Avoid Loan Sharks How to Spot a Loan Shark in the UK What to Do if You Owe Money to a Loan Shark Consider Authorised Lenders Summary When you need quick cash, you […]

Table of Contents 4 Types of Car Finance Options 1. Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) 2. Hire Purchase (HP) 3. Personal Loan 4. Leasing What Credit Score is Needed to Finance a Car? Why is Credit Score Important? How Does Credit Score Affect Car Finance? What is a Good Credit Score to Buy a Car in the UK? What […]

Table of Contents 9 Things That Affect Your Credit Score Payment History Length of Credit History Default Credit Mix New Credit Credit Utilisation Ratio Financial Associations Public Records Electoral Roll Registration What is Considered a Good Credit Score? What is Considered a Bad Credit Score? Why a Good Credit Score is Important? Benefits of a […]

Table of Contents What is a Bridge Loan? How Do Bridging Loans Work? What is the Maximum Amount in the UK? What is the Average Interest Rate? How Much Do Bridging Loans Cost? Bridging Loan Example Types of Bridging Loans First-Charge and Second-Charge Loans Open and Closed Fixed and Variable Pros and Cons of Bridging […]

Table of Contents What is Student Loan Overpayment? 4 Reasons Why Student Loan Overpayment Happens Administrative Errors Early Repayment Salary Fluctuations Plan Transitions Should You Claim Money Back if You Overpaid? How to Reclaim Student Loan Overpayment 1. Confirm Your Overpayment 2. Gather Your Documentation 3. Submit Your Student Loan Overpayment Refund Request 4. Choose Your Refund Method 5. Follow-Up […]

Table of Contents What is a County Court Judgement? How Long Does a County Court Judgement Last? What to Do If You Receive a Letter from the County Court What Happens If You Ignore a County Court Judgement How to Pay a CCJ Step 1: Obtain Judgement Details Step 2: Reach Out to the Creditor […]

Table of Contents What Is Rental Income? Taxable vs. Non-Taxable Income Calculating Rental Income Tax How Much Tax Do You Pay on Rental Income in the UK? How to Avoid Paying Tax on Rental Income Optimise Allowable Expenses Claim Home Office Expenses Use the Rent-a-Room Scheme Consider Establishing a Limited Company Carry Forward Rental Losses […]

Table of Contents What Benefits Am I Entitled to If I Resign from My Job? New Style Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) New Style Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) Universal Credit Pension Credit How to Resign from a Job Know Your Rights and Obligations Communicate Professionally Prepare Financially Seek Professional Advice Maintain Professional Relationships Additional Resources Financial […]

Table of Contents Can I Get a Loan While on Benefits? Where and How Can I Get a Loan? Which Benefits Count as an Income? Which Benefits Do Not Count as an Income? Eligibility Criteria Is a Guarantor Needed? How Much Can Someone Hope to Borrow? What Are the Likely Terms for Repayment? Types of […]