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How pensioners can get a degree 'for free'
It's never too late to keep learning. That's why thousands of pensioners enroll on university degree courses every year. Older student numbers have dropped significantly over the last 10 years, though. See also: Why you shouldn't
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Debt management: The average Brit owes £8,000
More than 6 million Britons believe they will always be in debt, according to new research from comparison website Comparethemarket.com. Its figures reveal that the average person in the UK owes £8,000, not including mortgage debts. See also:
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Scamwatch: University students targeted
Stay one step ahead of the fraudsters with our series of articles giving you the lowdown on the scams they use to trick people out of their hard-earned cash - and how to avoid being taken in by them. See also: Alton Towers ticket scam See also:
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How to boost your credit rating to get the loan you want
Your credit rating is more than just a number - a bad score can stop you from getting a personal loan, mortgage or credit card or mean you end up on a more expensive deal. In fact, new figures from Amigo Loans show that over 20 million people
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Revealed: the UK’s cheapest personal loans
If you need to borrow a larger sum of money, then a personal loan could be a good option. Personal loans are normally offered over one to five years and aren't secured against your home or any other asset. It's quite a flexible
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Brits are badly in debt - and millions are panicking
Four in ten Brits say they're worried about their debts, with a third saying they're juggling three or more credit cards. Bank of England figures show total unsecured debt on credit cards, car loans and overdrafts is now £198 billion
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Halifax ups switching bonus: is it a good deal and can you beat it?
Banks have often used current account switching bonuses as a way of enticing new customers. The latest is from Halifax, which promises to give you £125 for switching (increased from £75), and pay you monthly rewards. Despite the increase, there
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