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13/04/2017

If you are thinking of transferring your balance over to another one, read our guide to help you make the right choice.
https://blog.mycreditmonitor.co.uk/credit-card-balance-transfers-work

Read our guide on how balance transfers work before you think of switching credit cards. Brought to you by My Credit Monitor.

10/04/2017

Are You Ready to Climb the Property Ladder?
Here are some useful tips we provide in association with Ultimate Lifestylist to help you get on the first step!
https://www.ultimatelifestylist.com/are-you-ready-to-climb-the-property-ladder/

Are You Ready To Climb The Property Ladder?

07/04/2017

Blog Post: Step 2 - What Do Credit Scores Mean?
In the second of our 10-part blog series on helping you to maximise your credit scores, we give you a detailed explanation of what credit scores actually mean.
https://blog.mycreditmonitor.co.uk/step-2-credit-scores-mean/

In the second of our 10-step blog post series, we explain what credit scores mean and why you may need to improve this for a better financial future.

04/04/2017

Did You Know: More Than Half Of Brits Have Never Checked Their Credit Scores!
Many thanks to Global Banking And Finance Review for featuring our research on the way we check - or don't check - our credit scores!
https://www.globalbankingandfinance.com/more-than-half-of-brits-have-never-checked-their-credit-scores/

A recent survey carried out by MyCreditMonitor (mycreditmonitor.co.uk) has revealed that even though it is an invaluable tool for keeping on top of your credit score

31/03/2017

Blog Post: Top Tips in Tackling Rising Personal Debt
If you have debt issues, help is at hand and all you need to do is reach out for it, as our latest blog post explains.
http://blog.mycreditmonitor.co.uk/top-tips-tackling-rising-personal-debt/

Dealing with personal debt can be daunting to say the least, but you're not alone and help is at hand. Read this blog post to get started.

29/03/2017

Video: How Do Late Payments Affect My Credit Score?
Watch this video to find out how making late payments can have a dramatic affect on your credit score.

27/03/2017

Planning Your Family's Future
In association with Home Family Life here are some useful tips to help you plan your family's future:
http://www.homefamilylife.co.uk/2017/02/the-future-is-nowwell-it-might-as-well.html

A mama life style blogger and vlogger. Recording all the craziness that goes on around here

24/03/2017

Blog Post: How to Pick the Right Credit Card
In this week's blog post, we show you how to filter through all the advertising so that you can pick a that doesn't burn holes in your pockets.
https://blog.mycreditmonitor.co.uk/pick-right-credit-card/

Here is a guide to help you pick the right credit card that suits what you can financially afford and not to be confused by the choices widely advertised.

22/03/2017

Video: How Long Will It Be Before I Can Apply For Credit Again?
If you have been denied credit and are wondering when it would next be good to apply for again, watch this video to find out!

20/03/2017

Ways to Keep Your Finances Healthy
In association with Chammy In Real Life here are some tips we have put together to help you keep your finances in good shape.
https://www.chammyirl.co.uk/lifestyle/finances-healthy/

Keeping your finances healthy is the best way of safety guarding your future. From mortgages to loans, they all rely on how well you manage your money.

17/03/2017

Blog Post: What are the Different Types of Finance Rate?
Learn all about what a rate is, how many types there are in today's marketplace and why these are important when it comes to picking the right option for you:
http://blog.mycreditmonitor.co.uk/different-types-finance-rate/

A finance rate can play an important role when it comes to picking a suitable loan option. Read this blog post to learn all about them.

15/03/2017

Video: Will applying for a mortgage affect my credit score?
Watch this video to learn how applications could affect your credit score.

13/03/2017

Bad Credit? Here's What to Do!
In association with Laura's Corner, here are some useful tips and one of our wacky infographics to help you work through bad credit issues:
http://www.lauras-corner.com/2017/02/baby-now-weve-got-bad-credit.html

You might have heard the term credit rating or credit score before without actually knowing what it means. Your credit score is determi...

10/03/2017

Blog Post: Step 1 - How Does Credit Work?
In the first of our 10-step series on maximising your credit score, we show you how works and why it is important for you to know this.
http://blog.mycreditmonitor.co.uk/how-does-credit-work/

In the first of our ten-step blog post series, we show you how credit works in the UK consumer market today. Be in the know and read this now!

06/03/2017

How to protect yourself against identity fraud
In association with Coffee, Cake, Kids, here are some tips we have put together to help you stay safe against
http://www.coffeecakekids.com/protect-identity-theft/

So many of us now use the internet for shopping, for sorting out things like tax credits and banking. We put so much...

03/03/2017

Infographic: Your Credit Score Lasts A Lifetime!
Did you know that your credit score could have an impact when you are at important junctures in your life?
Our latest illustrates how this is:
http://blog.mycreditmonitor.co.uk/credit-score-lasts-lifetime/

Your credit score can matter at important junctures in your life. Here's an infographic that shows you the facts and stats around this.

02/03/2017

Video: What Happens If You Get Denied Credit?
If you have applied for credit and been denied, there are ways to resolve this. Watch this video to find out how.

27/02/2017

Credit Score: Is It Worth Checking?
In association with NorthernMum here's why it's worth checking your credit score:
http://www.northernmum.com/2017/01/credit-score-worth-checking/

I’ll be the first to admit, I have always been in the dark a little it about my credit score. Possibly because it is a little bit like getting on the scales – I am not always sure I wa…

24/02/2017

What Are Interest-Only Home Loans?
In our latest blog post, we look at the pros and cons that come with taking out an interest-only mortgage to help you consider whether this is a suitable option for you:
http://blog.mycreditmonitor.co.uk/interest-only-home-loans/

Interest-only home loans are a type of mortgage where the actual sum borrowed is due to be paid at the end of the borrowing term. Read on for more.

22/02/2017

Video: Can Your Credit Score Recover From Fraud?
We often get asked this by our customers, so here's a video we have made to help you understand how you can recover your credit score if it's been affected by

20/02/2017

5 Steps to Stay on Top of
In association with Corporate Dad here are 5 great tips to help you manage your family finances:
http://www.corporatedad.co.uk/dad-support/stay-on-top-of-family-finance-support/

Sometimes, things slip through the cracks and get the better of you. But, you shouldn’t let the issue you let slide be your finances.

17/02/2017

Blog Post: How to Read A Credit Agreement
Whether it's your mobile phone 'contract' or the paperwork for something that you have bought on a finance scheme, we explain why this is important to understand with expert guidance:
http://blog.mycreditmonitor.co.uk/read-credit-agreement/

A credit agreement enables consumers to be able to buy something and pay the total price over a period of time. But what are the red herrings? Find out now.

16/02/2017

Video: How Can I Improve My Credit Score?
In this week's video, we offer you our top tips on how you can improve your so that you can access credit when you need it.

15/02/2017

Have You Seen Our Credit Score Guides Yet?
May we present to you our Credit Score Resources Page where you will find answers to questions such as:
1. What is a Credit Score?
2. How Does Credit Scoring Work?
3. What's the difference between a Credit Score, Ratings and Reports?
4. What are the Benefits of a Good Credit Score?
5. How to Improve Your Credit Score?
All you have to do is click here: https://www.mycreditmonitor.co.uk/credit-scores/

Check your credit score quickly, easily & for free - plus, get helpful guidance on how to improve your score & potentially save hundreds of pounds on your credit cards, loans & other borrowing.

13/02/2017

Surefire Ways To Stay On Top Of Family Finances
Managing household finances need not be daunting what with these useful tips that Adventures of a Yorkshire Mum has to help you stay on top of them:
http://www.adventuresofayorkshiremum.co.uk/2017/01/surefire-ways-to-stay-on-top-of-family.html

Surefire Ways To Stay On Top Of Family Finances

10/02/2017

Blog Post: Consumer Credit Crackdown by Bank of England
At the press launch of its latest Inflation Report, the Bank of England announced plans to crackdown on consumers overusing credit. Read on for more:
https://blog.mycreditmonitor.co.uk/consumer-credit-crackdown

A consumer credit crackdown is being planned by the enforcement arms of the Bank of England so as to reduce UK households struggling with debt. Read on.

08/02/2017

06/02/2017

7 Ways to Improve Your Credit Score
In association with SheBudgets, here are 7 great tips to help you improve your credit score:
http://www.shebudgets.com/personal-finance/7-ways-to-improve-your-credit-score/72032

Your credit score is an important part of everyday life because it is used to determine your eligibility for a loan in addition to mapping out your credit

03/02/2017

Blog Post: 10 Steps to Maximise Your Credit Score
Over the next ten months, we will show you ten steps that could help you understand how the credit score system works and how you can get the most out of having a high credit score.
https://blog.mycreditmonitor.co.uk/10-steps-maximise-credit-score/

There are various ways to get the most out of your credit score so that you can secure a great financial future. We will show you how in 10 clear steps.

01/02/2017

Video: Why is Your Credit Score So Important?
There's a lot of hubbub around credit checks and credit scores recently and with good reason. We tell you why this is and why you ought to keep an eye on your in this video.