Family money

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Lowdown on payday loans

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If you're tempted to take out a payday loan because you need access to some ready cash, read our advice first to ensure you don't get into serious financial difficulties.

Interest-only mortgages

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Almost half of UK households with interest-only mortgages won't be able to clear their debt when the mortgage ends. If this applies to you, read our need-to-know advice.


Flat-rate pensions

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The government is proposing a flat-rate state pension from 2017. Find out what it means for you, and who stands to benefit.

What is LifeSkills?

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Get the lowdown on LifeSkills, a new programme created with Barclays: helping get one million young people ready for work by 2015

 

 


How to get help with debt

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If you're in the red and finding it hard to get out, then take a look at our new debt pages for expert advice.

PPI refunds

Money worries

If you were mis-sold Payment Protection Insurance (PPI), then you could be eligible for a refund. Find out if you qualify with our step-by-step guide.


Credit cards

Credit cards

Make sure you're not paying over the odds to buy things on credit.