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Avoiding Hidden Fees When Eco Friendly Shopping
As we become more aware of issues like global warming more and more people are turning to ‘green’ approaches. One way to do this is to shop...
Banking and Hidden Fees
Banking is perhaps the service that you might automatically think of when broaching the subject of hidden fees. Some fairly recent media coverage has revealed a...
Common Hidden Fees and Banking
Few things are more frustrating than seeing your money disappear bit by bit as result of hidden fees and charges. When your bank is responsible for nibbling away at...
Common Hidden Fees and Financial Services
It is possible to find hidden fees in all walks of life, but they seem to spend most of their time mounting in the financial services arena. This...
Credit Cards and Hidden Fees
The use of credit cards to make purchases has increased significantly in the past decade in the UK. With many cards offering incentives such as interest free periods...
Frequently Asked Questions About Hidden Fees
How can I avoid hidden fees when buying tickets for events & gigs?
Recent years have seen increasing problems with touts selling tickets for many...
Getting Help from the Financial Ombudsman
If you feel you have been unfairly hit with hidden fees you may be able to seek help from the financial ombudsman.
What is the Role of...
Hidden Fees When Using Your Banking Services and Credit Card Abroad
You've booked an amazing last-minute bargain of a holiday. The hotel looks great, and not only have you got all the flights and transfers sorted,...
Personal Loans and Hidden Fees
A personal loan can be taken out for many reasons - to help consolidate existing debt, to pay for a new car, kitchen or bathroom, or simply just because you need that...
Store Cards and Hidden Fees
It is not uncommon to be offered a store card whilst making your purchases in a shop. Many shopping outlets will encourage customers to take out a card with them,...
Student Loans and Hidden Fees
It used to be that you would come out of university armed with your degree, some life experience and perhaps a few interesting stories to tell. However, since 1998 and...
Top Tips to Avoid Unexpected Charges
Whether you are buying a cheap mobile phone or an expensive new car always take some time for comparison shopping. Look at the different offers available, especially...
