21 May, 2007
As we approach the summertime many are turning their attention to that well earned break, that week or two away from the office, the sun and sea, and time with the family. While the UK may be suffering from rising interest rates at the moment, there is some good news for that trip overseas.
The rise in UK interest rates has made the pound better value against a number of other currencies, resulting in more for your pound than 12 months ago. So where should you visit?
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19 May, 2007
While there has been an explosion in Individual Voluntary Arrangements (IVAs) over the last few years, many analysts believe that the cycle may have peaked in the short term. This situation was reflected in the recent fall in share prices in the sector, with warnings that growth would slow from the unrealistic rates of last year.
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30 Apr, 2007
Solicitor Tom Brennan has accused NatWest of injustice, abuse of power and unlawful conduct over the amount of overdraft fees charged by the banking giant. While Mr Brennan has actually made it to court this time (after various delaying tactics by NatwWest) and been allowed to detail his claims, the court case has yet again been adjourned until a later date.
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28 Apr, 2007
As the majority of the population own (or have access to) a mobile phone, the UK market has become one of the most competitive in the world. The fight to grab your attention and grab your business has reached fever pitch between the hundreds of mobile phone “agents†in the UK alone.
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27 Apr, 2007
As from the 1st June, any properties for sale in either England or Wales will need to have a Home Information Pack (HIP) before the property can be marketed. There will be a maximum 14 day period from the day a seller decides to put their home on the market to the day when they can actually begin to market the property. At £600 for a pack they are by no means cheap!
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21 Apr, 2007
In perhaps one of the largest confirmed cases of fraud in recent times, literally thousands of motorists have reported large scale unauthorised transfers from their bank accounts. Many of the motorists who have suffered are reporting their accounts being wiped out, in what is believed to be a scam masterminded by Sri Lankan fraudsters.
How Did This Happen?
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