Spring clean your finances
It’s spring and the dusting has commenced so why not spring clean your finances too? There are lots of ways to do this so get out your notebook and make a few notes, we have some great tips for you...
View ArticleHow do banks cope with our complaints?
Since the recession hit, banks have not only been bailed out, but they have also been punished for their failings in everything from inappropriate investment advice to the infamous Payment Protection...
View ArticleHow to get a better deal on your mortgage
All mortgages are not created equal and getting a great deal with a favourable interest rate can save you a lot of money over the life of the loan. There are many different mortgages to choose from,...
View ArticleThe lowdown on saving for retirement
At the tender age of 23 years old, I still can’t believe that I am thinking about this already – retirement. Image by Horia VarlanI’ve just started my career, but I’m already thinking about the day...
View ArticleMoving house on a budget
Lets face it, who isn’t skint after moving house? You’ll be financially exhausted after a down payment or deposit, finalising all your bills from your previous property, not to mention all the odds and...
View ArticleIs it time for a Robin Hood Tax?
As austerity takes a grip in Britain there is a larger gap growing between the rich and the poor. With further cuts planned the gap is only set to increase. Oxfam have been petitioning for a Robin...
View ArticleGreeks vote for bailout, stocks fall anyway
Despite a win by the pro-bailout ‘New Democracy’ party in the Greek legislative election, European banking stocks have plummeted. Image by fdecomite via flickr Banks across Europe, including...
View ArticleGet your head around ethical banking
It seems that the banking sector is constantly under scrutiny these days, but in the past couple of weeks, a series of unfortunate events have made it even more difficult for the industry. What with...
View ArticleRBS banking on McEwan magic
Ross McEwan, the Royal Bank of Scotland’s recently appointed head of UK retail banking, will take up his post at the beginning of September after Brain Hartzer’s departure from the company in June....
View ArticleUlster Bank to Close 20 Branches – UPDATED 17/1/13
In some more bad news for the banking industry on the Emerald Isle, Ulster Bank have announced they are to close around 20 (correction – the number is now 22) branches/sub-offices island wide. Image...
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