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Paul McIndoe's Articles in Finance

  • 'Borrowing up, savings down' spells trouble for UK economy
    Over the past year the level of UK savings has dropped and the amount of consumer borrowing has increased, spelling trouble for many of those struggling to afford their commitments; and also for those expecting to transfer credit card balances to new cards.
  • 'Financial industry regulators sleeping on the job', claims top charity
    Leading charity Citizens Advice claims that many lenders have been irresponsible in the past, advancing funds to borrowers who ultimately could not afford it, and believes that financial industry regulators have done little to help the situation.
  • Money on the mind: debt and mental wellbeing
    The anxiety and stress caused by mounting debts can lead to mental health problems in many people; but it’s important not to panic or ignore any debts and ensure it’s managed and monitored in equal measures. Otherwise, what begins as a small problem can escalate and have repercussions for years to come.
  • Online banking booming, despite fraud fears
    Many banks, building societies, brokers, intermediaries and other financial institutions have invested heavily in their online presence, meaning that you can shop for every financial need from the comfort of your own home, or office and over the past year usage has boomed, especially amongst the elderly.
  • When a dead man turns up alive, what happens to any insurance payout?
    The recent story of a canoeist who disappeared for five years and had been declared dead has prompted much discussion; most of it concerning what would happen to any life insurance payout. Would it have to be repaid?

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