UK inflation is the highest it’s been for two years. Inflation hit 1.6% in December, up from 1.2% the previous month. According to the Office for National Statistics, the increase was caused by a rise […]
UK Inflation Hits 1.6%
Author: E Rose
Rising Retirement Age Causes Savings Worries
As the retirement age continues to rise, employees are being advised to save as much as possible. A report published by insurance company, Aegon, states the biggest challenge people face is being able to save enough […]
Government Help to Buy Scheme Ends
The government Help to Buy Scheme came to an end on New Year’s Eve. The scheme was first launched in 2013 as part of an initiative to help both first time buyers and people wishing […]
The Best of Black Friday
The biggest shopping day of the year is almost upon us, but what exactly is Black Friday? Black Friday is the day retailers drop their prices for 24 hours in an attempt to get people […]
Bank accounts with benefits: the next mis-selling scandal?
Over the last 20 years it seems there’s been one mis-selling scandal after the other when it comes to financial services products. Between the late 80s and early 90s there was the mis-selling of personal pensions […]
Don’t let the summer sun burn your finances
At Mr Lender, we offer short term loans between £200-£1,000. Holidays are enjoyable and something that we all look forward to, plus they also have a very positive impact on our health and wellbeing. It’s […]
Five Tips to make the most of Black Friday
Last November you would have been hiding not to see reports of Black Friday with masses rushing to the stores and creating havoc. This year, this retail phenomenon shows no signs of slowing; reports indicate […]
Could the ‘Right to Buy’ be right for you?
Mr Lender, a short term finance company who provide quick loans from a direct lender, looks at whether the “Right to Buy Scheme” is right for you. The General Election campaigns for 2015 are in full […]
Pay it with flowers?
Remember the old slogan, “Say it with flowers”? A nice thought, but saying it with flowers on Valentine’s Day can be very expensive
New FCA rules for credit brokers
On Monday this week, The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) moved to introduce further rules regarding the activities of credit brokers operating in the short term lending market. The new rules came with no prior consultation, […]