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Homeowners Struggling To Meet Maintenance Costs Many Britons are forced to rely on credit and loans to meet the costs of basic areas of household maintenance, a new study from Alliance & Leicester has found. Payday Loans Providing Respite For Cash Strapped Brits With the costs of basic household expenditure spiralling, it has been suggested that a growing number of Britons are turning to payday loans to cover their monthly financial costs. Rise Noted In Personal Loan Costs Borrowers have seen an increase in the amounts of interest attached to personal loans, an industry expert has stated. Personal Loans 'Becoming More Expensive' Consumers may find cheap UK loans are harder to come by, reports an industry expert. Billions 'To Be Spent On Cars In Build Up To Summer' More than 47 billion pounds is to be splashed out on cars during the next six months, new research indicates. Financial Rethink 'Could Help With Money Management' More consumers are looking to get to grips with their finances, a new study reveals. Older Britons 'To Turn Towards Secured Loans' With credit card limits being cut more people are to apply for a secured loan, new research suggests. Consumers 'Should Think Carefully When Borrowing' Despite the apparent financial assistance that they can provide, people should not be tempted to borrow from a loan shark. No Room For Complacency When It Comes To Money Consumers need to be proactive in managing their finances, an industry expert has suggested. Cheap Personal Loans 'Still To Be Had' Those looking to take out a personal loan should carry out as much research into the market as possible. Prospective Borrowers 'Need Understanding' Consumers are developing more difficulties in successfully applying for a loan, new research shows. People 'Must Avoid' Unregulated Loan Lenders Consumers who are struggling in managing their money should resist the temptation to borrow from unregulated lenders, an industry expert has advised. 'Tough Times' Ahead For Borrowers Despite moves to reduce spending via credit cards, many people may find themselves returning to such a form of borrowing, a new study indicates. New Year Rate Drop 'Could Make Loans Process Easier' Consumers looking for bad credit loans due to their unconventional previous borrowing history may find the process gets easier in 2008, according to comments from the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML). Borrowers Can 'Still Get Good Deals' On Personal Loans Although low-rate loans are becoming increasingly scarce, prospective borrowers can still access competitively-priced products, it has been suggested. Personal Loan Availability 'Diminishes' Consumers are finding it increasingly difficult to take out a personal loan, it has been suggested. Consumers Need To Take A 'Close Look' At Borrowing Habits As the end of the year approaches more people are set to turn towards lending as a means of supplementing their spending, new research shows. Credit Cards 'Not The Best Way To Pay For Christmas' In the run-up to Christmas, cash registers across the country will be ringing as millions of consumers head to the streets and on to the internet to find the perfect Christmas presents for their friends and family. Consumers 'Not Spending On Major Purchases' Consumers could be using cheap loans to consolidate their existing debts rather than to fund big purchases, based on the findings of research carried out by GfK NOP on behalf of the European commission. Christmas Loan Sharks 'Should Be Avoided' Consumers who have previously used Christmas hamper schemes to pay for their festive food and drink have been warned that loan sharks or doorstep lenders are not a suitable replacement as credit providers and that there are other options available. Regulation Of Price Comparison Sites Could Help With Access To Loans The introduction of a code of practice for price comparison websites could help more consumers make informed financial decisions, it has been suggested. Cost Of Love May Put Pressure On Money Management Spending on a loved one may see consumers developing financial difficulties, it has been suggested. End Of A Relationship 'Could Cause Finanical Difficulties' Millions of Britons could be putting their finances at risk after splitting up from a partner, it has been suggested. Borrowers Advised To 'Scour The Market' When Taking Out A Loan Those looking to apply for a personal loan in the coming weeks are being advised to spend time searching for a competitively-priced deal, an industry expert has stated. University Students Face 'Tight' Financial Situation With the new university term in full flow, both students and parents alike are being reminded of the financial anxieties higher education can bring. Not Getting Heating System Cover 'Can Cost Consumers Dear' By failing to take out emergency heating cover millions of Britons could be set for monetary hardship this winter, it has been suggested. Need For Financial Understanding 'Has Never Been Higher' Although thousands of Britons are taking steps to improve their financial understanding, more needs to be done to educate people on monetary matters, it has been suggested. Loans 'Could Help' With Wedding Costs Those looking to get married should be conscious of the financial pressures the big day can entail, it has been suggested. Home Improvements 'Can Boost Property Values And Save Consumers Money' Carrying out various improvements on their property can help consumers boost not only the value of their home but also reduce the cost of their household bills, an industry expert has suggested. Car Loan Borrowers 'Need To Consider Running Costs' When looking to borrow money to purchase a car, drivers need to take the time to factor in day-to-day running costs in addition to the initial value of the vehicle, it has been claimed. New Financial Advisory Service Launched In North Of England Consumers in the north-west of England are to receive new guidance on loans and other areas of personal finance, it has emerged. Home Improvement Loan 'Could Boost Value Of Property' Those consumers taking out a home improvement loan to fund renovation projects could substantially add to the value of their property, new figures indicate Borrowing Applicants 'Receiving Tougher Checks' Loan lenders are carrying out evermore stringent checks when it comes to looking at prospective borrowers' ability to pay back money, it has been revealed. Decrease Noted In Financial Confidence The nation's financial confidence fell over the course of last month, new figures indicate. Mums And Dads 'Feel The Pinch' Of Extra Curricular Activities Parents may find pressure on their finances is being compounded due to the cost of funding their child's extra curricular activities, new figures indicate. Survey Reveals More Money To Be Spent On Cars Spending on cars is set to rise, the results of a new study have shown. Repossessions Levels 'Increasing' An increasing number of homes are being repossessed, according to new figures. Car Consumers Should 'Shop Around' For Finance Deals Despite further pressure on their personal finances, demand for new cars is rising among Britons, new figures reveal. Sub Prime Market 'To Raise Rates' Consumers that are currently considering bad credit loans or have their money in a sub-prime mortgage may wish to look at their outgoings. Debt Problems 'Caused By Poor Decision Making' Many debt problems are caused by poor decision making, with taking on more debt to pay back what debt you already have not always a wise move, according to the free and impartial debt advice organisation Debt Free Direct. Car Loans 'Could Save Britons A Bundle On A New Car' With the launch of the new 57 number plates approaching, many UK consumers could be tempted to head to the country's car showrooms to buy themselves a new car, or look to make a bit of a saving by purchasing 07 plated models. Britons 'Do Not Know Personal Debt Figure' Some six per cent of Britons do not know how much debt their personal loan, credit card debts and other forms of borrowing adds up to, according to the latest research from Unbiased suggesting more than 2.5 million British consumers cannot quantify their total debt figure. Overspending 'Could Lead To A Bad Credit Rating' Britons could be placing increased financial pressure on themselves in an attempt to keep up with the Joneses, it has been reported. 'Sticking With Professionals' Brits Looking To Borrow Advised Britons are borrowing millions of pounds from their loved ones, it has been revealed.

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