Category: Secured Loan
Advantages and disadvantages of secured loans
If you’re a homeowner, you can borrow money against your property. Find out the advantages and disadvantages of secured loans here to see if it’s right for you.
4 min read
Finance Guides
Discover everything you need to know about credit cards, loans, mortgages, insurance and more with our in-depth guides. Written by experts, we aim to answer all your burning finance questions - in an easy-to-understand way.
- Category: Credit Card
Can you lower your credit card interest rate?
Learn how to lower your credit card interest by improving your credit score, negotiating with your issuer, and using balance transfer cards.
3 min read
- Category: Loan
Can you pay off a loan with a credit card?
Can you pay off a loan with a credit card? Not directly — but here's what you can do in an emergency, and what it'll cost you.
5 min read
- Category: Credit Card
Can you get a credit card with a CCJ?
It is possible to get a credit card with a CCJ, but your options will be limited. Find out how a CCJ affects your eligibility, what your options are, and how to apply safely.
5 min read
- Category: Bad Credit
Can I get a loan with bad credit and no guarantor?
Can you get a loan with bad credit and no guarantor? Yes — find out how, what to watch out for, and how to improve your chances.
5 min read
- Category: Credit Card
What is credit card pre-approval and how does it work?
Pre-approval means a lender thinks you are likely to be accepted for a credit card — but it is not a guarantee. Find out how it works, what it means for your credit score, and how to improve your chances.
4 min read
- Category: Loan
Advantages and disadvantages of a loan
Loans can spread costs — but they carry risks too. Discover the key advantages and disadvantages of secured and unsecured loans.
5 min read
- Category: Loan
Can I get a loan with no credit check?
No — all FCA-regulated lenders are required to run a credit check before approving a loan. Here's what that means for you.
5 min read
- Category: Bad Credit
How to get a loan with no credit
No credit history? Find out why it happens, which loans you can get, and how to start building your credit score today.
5 min read
