The Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) has announced that it is to cut the base rate of interest, it has been revealed.

Alright, so you have a bad credit rating, what can you do about it? Are there any options available for bad credit repair? For many people, the answer is to apply for a secured loan for the express purpose of repairing their lousy credit.

When choosing the right finance you should be aware of the differences between the many options available so that you can make an informed choice about which product will best suit your needs.

The vast majority of consumers will, at some time or another, find themselves in debt. Debt, in and of itself, is not a bad thing.

Not taking the time to get insurance could see many Britons come under financial pressure as a result of having to meet the costs of medical treatment, it has been suggested.

Secured loans span many years, so much time should be spent in the planning phase of actually getting the loan.

New research has suggested that the famous British reserve is still firmly in place across the UK, with many people holding back from discussing money worries and the possibility of debt consolidation loans with professionals when they find themselves in financial difficulty.

The post-war generation are increasingly looking to make the most of their retirement, a new set of figures has revealed. In research carried out by Bradford & Bingley, many people who are beginning to approach the retirement age are wishing that they had gone abroad more often.

Those yet to change to an offset mortgage could be "missing out", it has been suggested.

The flaws in Gordon Brown's fuel package are highlighted. The people who are eligible for insulation grants are defined.