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Credit crunch causing couples to stick together
Lack of finance may be keeping couples together, according to research from online bank cahoot.... >>

Stay out of debt with money-saving tips
Which? has been commenting on household spending and the push to save money.... >>

Top up to reduce debt this bank holiday
The banks may be taking a holiday this weekend but many British people will be going on trips away – and finding the money to pay for them.... >>

Travellers urged to get cover to avoid debts
Autumn is around the corner, but people planning an escape from the cold have been encouraged to get medical expenses cover to protect against unexpected outlay.... >>

`Peer pressure` creating financial concerns for UK youth
Young people in the UK are at risk of getting into debt by trying to keep up with their peers, a new report has indicated. ... >>

Fair Investment: Majority of endowment policy holders left with shortfall
Up to 87 per cent of endowment policy holders believe the policies were mis-sold to them, according to a new study by Fair Investment.... >>

Consumers urged to protect against debt
Property and pet owners have been urged to cover themselves against unexpected costs that may lead to debt this week.... >>

Two out of three worried about the next 12 months
Who needs debt advice? A Populus poll for The Times indicates that the answer could be ‘More and more people’ – it seems that today’s economic problems have seriously damaged our hopes for the coming months. ... >>

Crunch-hit Brits `not panicking`
Despite the current economic slowdown, British consumers are maintaining "a stiff upper lip" regarding their finances, according to a study.... >>

Consumers want "a treat or cheap deal"
Following recent research indicating some British consumers are taking steps to cut spending amid the credit crunch while others continue to buy luxuries, the Grocer magazine has said mid-range products are faring badly at present. ... >>

Mothers-to-be urged to save
Expectant parents have been urged to put aside money for after the birth to avoid getting into debt.... >>

Food prices are `driving up inflation`
According to an inflation expert, food is a key factor in driving up inflation.... >>

Energy price hike may put families in debt
More families and vulnerable groups in Britain may be hit with debt after another energy company announced increases in bills. ... >>

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