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When to switch between finance products

When to switch between finance products

26th October 2021

Here in the UK, many of us lose out on hundreds of pounds each year as we don’t have the confidence to...

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How to avoid paying 39.9% on your overdraft

How to avoid paying 39.9% on your overdraft

26th October 2021

Overdrafts are changing. For some, it will mean reduced charges. For others, charges could skyrocket. The bracket you fall into...

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Stamp Duty: what is it and how has it changed?

Stamp Duty: what is it and how has it changed?

26th October 2021

Updated: 23/11/23 What is Stamp duty? Stamp Duty Land Tax is a fee that is charged in England, Wales and...

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Pre-approval percentages explained

Pre-approval percentages explained

26th October 2021

UPDATE: Aro no longer uses pre-approval but may give you an indication of your chance of acceptance with a lender...

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COVID-19: Can I freeze my loan payments?

COVID-19: Can I freeze my loan payments?

26th October 2021

UPDATE: 26/03/21  31st March 2021 is the deadline for applying for loan or credit card payment holiday if you’re struggling to...

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Why consumers should welcome open banking with open arms

Why consumers should welcome open banking with open arms

26th October 2021

As of 13th January, Open Banking is being rolled out across the UK’s nine major banking institutions. It put the...

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What is a pre-approved loan offer?

What is a pre-approved loan offer?

26th October 2021

UPDATE: Aro no longer uses pre-approval but may give you an indication of your chance of acceptance with a lender...

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How to protect your credit score in a recession

How to protect your credit score in a recession

26th October 2021

In a recession, life can be unpredictable. That’s why it’s essential your finances are ready to take on whatever comes...

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What are real rates as opposed to representative rates?

What are real rates as opposed to representative rates?

26th October 2021

If you’ve been shopping around for finance recently, you may have noticed that some lenders show representative rates, while others...

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8 helpful tips to help you save money

8 helpful tips to help you save money

26th October 2021

It’s always a good idea to try and cut back some costs where you can. To give you a hand, we’ve...

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