Is Consolidating Debt a Good Idea? The Pros and Cons
Thinking of consolidating all your existing debts into one manageable monthly repayment? Let’s explore the pros and cons of this debt strategy.
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Affordability Checks Explained: 9 Powerful Insights Into What Lenders Look at Beyond Credit Score
Affordability Checks Explained: What Lenders Look at Beyond Credit Score understand lender affordability checks and loan affordability criteria that may influence your loan approval.
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5 New Year’s Resolutions to Better Manage Your Money in 2023
If you struggle to keep on top of your debt and have found your credit score impacted as a result, then make it your next new year’s resolution.
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We Asked Interior Designers Your Most Popular Home Improvement Questions
Get answers to the most common home improvement questions from real UK interior designers looking to help you achieve your dream home.
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Marriage or Mortgage, Wedding or House: What’s Right For You?
If you’re a young couple with limited savings, the biggest question you’ll probably find yourself asking is: marriage or mortgage.
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Invest, Save or Pay Off Debt: What’s Right For Me?
You’ve had a good month and there’s money left over, what do you do with it? Should you invest, save or pay off debt? Let’s break it down.
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How to Design a Happier Home on a Budget
It’s common to want a happier home, but few of us know how to actually go about it. You don’t need to spend extravagantly to get a more contented home, either.
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Excellent Credit Score but Refused Credit? Here’s Why
Have you got an excellent credit score but refused credit anyway? We get it can be confusing, so weve broken down why this could happen.
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What is the Warranty When Buying a Used Car?
If you're shopping for a new set of wheels, you need to know the warranty when buying a used car and what you’re entitled to as a consumer.
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The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Wedding on a Budget
If you’re planning your big day, allow OakbrookAdvance Loans to provide some budget-friendly tips.
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How to Pay to Fix a Broken Boiler When You Have No Money
What happens when your trusty boiler breaks down, you’re left without hot water, and you don’t have the money to fix it? Repairing it is a big job, and you definitely won’t (and shouldn’t) be able to take it on yourself.
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Why Your Calendar is Essential For Your Budget
Christmas, birthdays and holidays leaving you over budget? Here's why you need to be budgeting for big events.
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Know Your Worth: Are You Being Paid Fairly?
Here's how to discover if you’re being underpaid and how to get that raise.
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