News Archive - July 2008
More Than Insurance Launch Loyalty Schemes
In a bid to reward their customers More Than Insurance have introduced two new loyalty schemes.
Published: 31/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Direct Line Car Insurance To Cover Vandalism
Direct Line have made some amendments to their car insurance policies to protect drivers against the cost of vandalism on their cars.
Published: 31/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Direct Line Amends Car Insurance To Cover Vandalism
Direct Line have made some amendments to their car insurance policies to protect drivers against the cost of vandalism on their cars.
Published: 31/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Halifax Credit Card Deal Is Outstanding
A new credit card offer by high street bank Halifax has been described as the best on the high street, although that is by the bank themselves.
Published: 31/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Credit Card Deal From Halifax Is Outstanding
A new credit card offer by high street bank Halifax has been described as the best on the high street, although that is by the bank themselves.
Published: 31/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Halifax Survey Shows House Price Increase In December
According to the Halifax House Price Index December saw an increase in house prices following three consecutive months where the prices fell.
Published: 30/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Lower Home Insurance Premium Assured By Nationwide Building Society
Nationwide Building Society are assuring new customers, who join them from a different home insurance company, that the premiums they pay will definitely be less than those the paid last year.
Published: 30/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Holiday Advice From Esure
January and February are the busiest times of the whole year for booking holidays, with both winter breaks and the main Summer holidays being purchased.
Published: 29/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Lv= Liverpool Victoria Offers Retirement Products
Liverpool Victoria, also known as LV=, has bought a retirement product company called Tomorrow and is now able to provide a variety of flexible retirement products.
Published: 29/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Norwich Union Car Insurance Savings Online
In the search for cheaper car insurance drivers are being urged to check the many online offers provided by car insurers such as Norwich Union.
Published: 29/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Car Insurance Savings Online With Norwich Union
In the search for cheaper car insurance drivers are being urged to check the many online offers provided by car insurers such as Norwich Union.
Published: 29/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Consumer Confidence Review By Nationwide Building Society
Nationwide Building Society, with their Consumer Confidence Index, has revealed a drop in confidence by one point in December.
Published: 28/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Tesco Finance Travel Insurance Promotion
Running until 6 February 2008 Tesco Finance, or more specifically their travel insurance section, are offering free cover for winter sports activities.
Published: 28/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Tesco Finance Promotes Travel Insurance
Running until 6 February 2008 Tesco Finance, or more specifically their travel insurance section, are offering free cover for winter sports activities.
Published: 28/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Abbey National Saving Is A Good Habit
The simple practice of putting a sum of money away regularly into a savings account that offers a good rate of interest can be a great benefit say Abbey National.
Published: 28/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Abbey National Tells Uk To Expect Change
The people at Abbey National Mortgages are telling people to be prepared for some unexpected changes in the year ahead, thanks to a recent survey they carried out that showed almost two thirds of people experiencing what the classed as a life changing event last year.
Published: 28/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Legal And General Advocate Greater Home Security
A recent survey carried out by Legal and General has found that householders in the UK could do more than they are doing to ensure their homes are made secure.
Published: 28/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Halifax Storm Advice
As storms work their way around the UK once again so Halifax advises homeowners to take some precautions to protect their homes and themselves.
Published: 27/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Do Something About Empty Houses Says Halifax
In the UK today there are many houses standing empty, even though there is an apparent shortage of property.
Published: 27/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Nationwide Building Society Launch Range Of Investment Bonds
Investors will now be able to choose from a selection of Nationwide Building Society bonds, offering returns of up to 6.
Published: 27/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Lv= Liverpool Victoria Stands By Insurance Commitment
Payment protection insurance has had a difficult time of late, so the industry as a whole is reassuring customers that claims will be paid, with Liverpool Victoria being the latest player in the market to add their name to the list of organisations backing the payment of valid claims.
Published: 27/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Lloyds Tsb Comment On Interest Rate Hold
The view of the Lloyds TSB corporate markets division is that the Bank of England decision to keep the base rate at 5.
Published: 27/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Tesco Finance Pet Insurance Warns About Vets Bills
Following a study by Tesco Finance regarding our pets the first thing most of us should do is get pet insurance, as only 12 percent of UK pet owners currently have any.
Published: 26/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Tesco Finance Warns About Vets Bills
Following a study by Tesco Finance regarding our pets the first thing most of us should do is get pet insurance, as only 12 percent of UK pet owners currently have any.
Published: 26/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Abbey National Mortgages Advice
Following on from the recent decision by the Bank of England MPC (Monetary Policy Committee) to leave the base rate unchanged at 5.
Published: 26/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Abbey National Advice On Mortgages
Following on from the recent decision by the Bank of England MPC (Monetary Policy Committee) to leave the base rate unchanged at 5.
Published: 26/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Direct Line Home Insurance Promotion
Direct Line are helping customers save money in the New Year by cutting prices in their home insurance policies by a third, perfect for those who are feeling the pinch after Christmas.
Published: 26/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Home Insurance Promotion By Direct Line
Direct Line are helping customers save money in the New Year by cutting prices in their home insurance policies by a third, perfect for those who are feeling the pinch after Christmas.
Published: 26/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Alliance And Leicester Bank Base Rate Comment
The decision by the Bank of England to leave the base rate unchanged was the expected course of action according to the Alliance and Leicester.
Published: 26/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Sainsburys Bank Internet Saver Account Recognition
Moneyfacts has acknowledged the consistency of the Sainsburys Bank Internet Saver Account over the last eighteen months.
Published: 25/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Abbey National Reduce Mortgage Rate
Abbey National mortgage rates will be reduced by up to 0.
Published: 25/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Sainsbury's Bank Cuts Unsecured Personal Loan Rate
Anyone thinking of borrowing GBP7000 or more on a Sainsburys Bank unsecured personal loan will now be able to enjoy a reduced rate of interest.
Published: 25/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Sainsbury's Bank Cash Machine Withdrawals Increasing
UK cash machines have never been busier according to research by Sainsburys Bank.
Published: 25/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Sainsbury's Bank Credit Card Shopping Advice
Sainsburys Bank are recommending the use of credit cards for shopping as they can provide cash flow flexibility, special offers that can save money and also enhanced consumer protection.
Published: 25/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Sainsbury's Bank Shopping Advice
Sainsburys Bank are recommending the use of credit cards for shopping as they can provide cash flow flexibility, special offers that can save money and also enhanced consumer protection.
Published: 25/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Great Lloyds Tsb Re-Mortgage Offer
Lloyds TSB are actively seeking new business by offering a whopping GBP500 cash to customers who switch their mortgage from a competitor to them.
Published: 24/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Health Support From The Prudential
The Prudential is supporting the government campaign to get the nation fitter by offering incentives to its health insurance customers that will help them live a healthier lifestyle.
Published: 23/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Toddlers Create Home Insurance Claims Says Halifax
Halifax are advising everyone to watch out for the toddlers around their homes as they cause millions of pounds worth of damage every year, with boys apparently the most likely to have caused the damage.
Published: 23/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
New Mortgage Deals From Alliance And Leicester
Alliance and Leicester have introduced some new mortgage products for residential customers and the growing buy to let market.
Published: 22/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Direct Line View On Mobile Phone Sentences
Well known insurance company Direct Line is welcoming proposals by the government to send people to jail if they use a handheld mobile phone whilst driving.
Published: 22/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Carbon Rated Halifax Savings Account
With global warming and ecological awareness forever at the forefront of discussion the Halifax Web Saver internet savings account will be a real talking point as it will receive Carbon Trust accreditation.
Published: 21/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Uk Spending Habits Revealed By Halifax
The Halifax has gained an insight into the personalities of UK shoppers, finding out what makes them tick and how they shop.
Published: 21/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Top Mortgage Deals At Tesco Finance
Tesco Finance are again helping customers find the very best deals around by offering the Tesco Mortgage Finder service, complete with the offer of GBP100 cash to anyone who can find a better offer somewhere else.
Published: 21/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
0 Percent Credit Card Offer From Sainsburys Bank
Sainsburys Bank has announced a new credit card with 0 percent interest for the first year plus the collectible nectar points at a rate of 2 percent on purchases.
Published: 21/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Lloyds Tsb Uk Consumer Survey
According to a Lloyds TSB survey UK adults feel more insecure about their jobs than they have done for at least six months.
Published: 21/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Halifax Seeks Savers For Reunion With Their Money
For those who think they must have some money lying in a bank somewhere the good news is they are right.
Published: 20/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Sainsburys Bank On Increased Insurance Claims
History is often a good guide to the future, which is why Sainsburys Bank are anticipating a spike in the number of insurance claims this Boxing Day.
Published: 20/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Small Businesses Optimistic For 2008 Say Alliance & Leicester
A recent poll by the Alliance and Leicester reveals that small businesses in the UK are hopeful of a good year in 2008.
Published: 20/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
New Alliance & Leicester Loan
A new loan from the Alliance and Leicester has an excellent annual percentage rate of 6.
Published: 20/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Halifax Tells Shoppers – Know Your Rights
In the aftermath of the spending bonanza that is the run up to Christmas, the end of December and January are the busiest months for returning goods according to Halifax.
Published: 20/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
More Than Insurance Advice For Drivers Abroad
UK drivers planning a trip abroad should check their policies before travelling to make sure they are fully covered, according to More Than Insurance.
Published: 19/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Sainsburys Bank Suggests Shopping Around For Travel Insurance
As January arrives so the desire to book holidays grips the nation and travel companies across the country are inundated with enquiries and bookings.
Published: 19/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Abbey National Sees Children Earning Money
According to research by Abbey National children in the United Kingdom are doing odd jobs to earn money, with around GBP700 million being paid to them over the year.
Published: 19/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Investment Diversity Good Policy Says Prudential
The Prudential has been discussing retirement planning recently, commenting that pension planning should encompass a variety of investment vehicles to help create a strong overall portfolio.
Published: 19/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Ensure Non-European Cover Says Esure
Good advice from Esure for anyone planning to drive in an non-EU country is to ensure their insurance policy has the required extension included.
Published: 19/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Expats Are Online Say Alliance And Leicester
The internet is increasingly being used by expats to manage their finances as online banking has developed says the Alliance and Leicester.
Published: 18/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Sainsburys Bank Recommends Seeking Credit Card Deals
Advice for 2008 comes from Sainsburys Bank as they recommend everyone has a thorough review of their financial position and looks around for better credit card options.
Published: 18/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Emergency Meeting At Northern Rock
Northern Rock has agreed to an emergency meeting with shareholders to discuss the process of selling the troubled bank.
Published: 18/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Nationwide Building Society Reports Second Month Of Falling House Prices
Although house prices have risen when looking at the year overall, December saw a second successive fall in prices according to Nationwide Building Society.
Published: 18/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Alliance And Leicester Share Rise
UK based bank Alliance and Leicester has seen shares leap by sixteen percent following reports that talks had been held with Spanish banking giant Santander.
Published: 18/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Insurance Warning From Sainsburys
With the cost of living rising many people have been letting their insurance cover be the first thing to go according to a Sainsburys survey.
Published: 17/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Small Businesses Should Consider Changing Bank Says Alliance And Leicester
Small business owners should consider changing their bank if they wish to save money says the Alliance and Leicester.
Published: 17/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Abbey National Financial Fitness Study
A recent study carried out by the Abbey National has found that, as a nation, the UK is far from being in peak financial health.
Published: 17/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Post Office Credit Card Warning
The Post Office insurance and banking section has a word of caution for anyone planning to use their credit card for overseas payments, whilst on holiday for example.
Published: 17/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Tesco Finance Chocolate Warning For Pets
Chocolate, though delicious to most humans, is dangerous to dogs and should be kept away from them says the pet insurance department of Tesco Finance.
Published: 17/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Halifax Home Insurance Prize Draw
New Halifax home insurance customers have the opportunity to win a not to be sniffed at GBP1,500 this Christmas.
Published: 15/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Halifax Houshold Insurance Prize Draw
New Halifax home insurance customers have the opportunity to win a not to be sniffed at GBP1,500 this Christmas.
Published: 15/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Halifax Home Insurance Holiday Advice
A report by Halifax shows that many millions of households in the UK could be easy prey for thieves this Christmas.
Published: 15/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Halifax Home Contents Insurance Holiday Advice
A report by Halifax shows that many millions of households in the UK could be easy prey for thieves this Christmas.
Published: 15/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Spending Continues Despite Credit Crunch Says Legal And General
A recent Legal and General study has shown that, despite the credit crunch and the potential difficulties this may cause in the coming months, consumers still want to spend over the holiday period.
Published: 14/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Abbey National Banking Reveals Pub Strategies
The traditional British convention of getting a round in at the pub is much more complex than some may think, with all sorts of mind games going on according to an Abbey National report.
Published: 14/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Tesco Finance Supports Child Trust Fund
The Child Trust Fund is an excellent savings vehicle says Tesco Finance, one which parents could certainly use to plan for their childrens future.
Published: 14/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Business Banking – Alliance And Leicester Survey
According to a new survey by Alliance and Leicester it is not only large businesses that will be paying bonuses to their employees this Christmas.
Published: 14/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Nintendo Wii Owners Should Check Their Contents Insurance Say Halifax
One of the most wanted gifts this Christmas, the Nintendo Wii games console, could cause heartache for some people say Halifax.
Published: 14/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
New Appointment At Zurich Insurance
Zurich Financial Services Group, of which Zurich Insurance is one of the best known elements, has appointed Axel Lehmann as chief risk officer, commencing January 1 2008.
Published: 13/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Citibank Management Movers
Following the appointment of Vikram Pandit as Chief Executive Officer at Citigroup, owner of Citibank, chief operating officer Bob Druskin has stepped down from his role.
Published: 13/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Virgin Money Named As Preferred Buyer
Virgin Money has been named as the preferred buyer of troubled Northern Rock, despite the valuation it placed on the bank being considerably less than it currently stands at.
Published: 13/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Prudential Steps In To Help Pensioners
Around fifty thousand ex Equitable Life customers who hold with profits annuity policies are seeing life breathed back into their financial support as the Prudential buys the policies.
Published: 13/07/08 - Read Full Article >>
Citibank Names New Ceo
Citibank has named Vikram Pandit, head of investment banking at the organisation, as the new Chief Executive.
Published: 13/07/08 - Read Full Article >>