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Read our Guides for the latest articles, tips, and financial advice on taking a loan, with lending advice, help to manage your budget, jargon busters & more

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A Guide to Borrowing from Family and Friends

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Borrowing money from family and friends is actually the most…
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How Many Payday Loans Are Taken Out Every Year?

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More than 5.4 million high-cost short-term credit (HCSTC) loans…

What is Included in Loans Management Software?

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The majority of UK lenders use loan management software which…
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When Should You Use a Payday Loan and When Should You Not

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Payday loans are a type of unsecured, short-term loan that should…
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What are Budgeting Loans?

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A budgeting loan helps people on low incomes to pay for an unexpected…
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What are the regulations for the payday loans industry in the UK?

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The regulatory watchdog for the payday loans sector, the Financial…
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Does a payday loan affect your chances of getting a mortgage?

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No, a payday loan on file will not impact your ability to get…
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What loans are available for the self-employed?

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Applying for a loan is made trickier when you are self-employed.…
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What loans are available if you are unemployed?

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If you do not currently have a job, you will find it difficult…
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Can you borrow money with no credit check?

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There are a handful of lenders who can provide loans without…
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Can I get a loan without a job?

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No, it is usually not possible to obtain a loan without some…
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What is a CCJ?

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A CCJ, otherwise known as a County Court Judgement, is a court…