These days it’s a lot more common for US citizens to be living and working overseas; if this applies to you it doesn’t mean that you will never want to purchase property at home. You may be looking to have somewhere to stay if you return to the country to visit, or you may… Read more
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Complaints about payday loan middlemen top 10,000 since turn of the year
Source Given the implied size of the problem – implied that is by sensationalist newspaper articles which report that “Complaints about payday loans double” – you’d think the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) was dealing with a barrage of complaints about payday lenders every single day. In reality, the opposite is true. In the year 2013-2014,… Read more
7 in 10 Brits have debt problems – how can we stop being overwhelmed by debts?
Imagesource.com According to latest studies, seven in ten Brits are experiencing debt problems, with many not responding to the issue until £1250 of debt has been accrued. Financial management can always prove to be a challenge even to the most savvy of individuals in the difficult times we live in, but these statistics really… Read more
Equipment Costs: Leasing vs Buying
Is it time to start replacing some of your business equipment? You’re probably wondering if you should lease or buy. If you run a small business, you may think buying is the best way to go because you may not need as much equipment as a larger company. The truth is that the size of… Read more
What To Do When Collectors Call
Sometimes, like Josh wrote last year, avoiding debt collectors and refusing to pay a debt really is the best case scenario. If that’s your situation, you’ll get no judgment from me. If you’re on the fence, though, I’m going to suggest something radical. I’m going to suggest that you actually answer the phone. There are… Read more
UAE Loan costs could drop with new credit score system
A new credit scoring system, aimed at improving the UAE’s financial infrastructure is expected to lower loan costs in the region by a drastic 30%. By-laws have been approved to create the nationwide credit bureau and every UAE resident with an ID card will be part of the credit database. It is hoped the venture… Read more
How my parents raised a financially responsible kid.
I remember when I was a kid, I had lots of games that required imagination, and one of my favorite was playing with fake money. I had a purse, and a wallet, complete with printed plastic cards that looked like real credit cards. They had animals printed on it and they were more like… Read more
How do credit cards work?
A credit card can be a really useful financial tool if used correctly. A straightforward and simple way to borrow money, a credit card is similar in many ways to a debit card. Just as with the latter, a credit card can be used to pay for services, purchase goods and even to withdraw cash…. Read more
Things to Consider when Purchasing Real Estate
Homeownership is often seen as one of the ultimate forms of financial independence. Instead of throwing money away each month, making someone else rich, you’re investing money in your future – in equity on your property. If you can invest in multiple properties, they earn even more money for you, thereby increasing your financial independence…. Read more
Declaring Bankruptcy: Not an Easy Way Out
Declaring bankruptcy can sometimes seem like the only option when you or your business is unable to pay multiple debtors. In many cases, it is the quickest and simplest way to clear an overwhelming debt. To become bankrupt, you must first apply to the court for a bankruptcy order. You may also be… Read more
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