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Does your student loan affect your credit score?
Student loans differ from other types of borrowing. Learn how they could impact future credit applications and what appears on your credit report.
How long defaults stay on a credit file and the effect it can have
Wondering how long defaults stay on your credit file? Learn the timeline and steps to improve your credit score.
Electoral Roll and a change of address: what to know
How to update your address on the Electoral Roll, how long it’ll take for the Electoral Register to reflect the change and important steps afterwards.
How does inflation affect mortgage rates?
Find out how the Bank of England's inflationary measures can drive mortgage rates up or down.
How long does it take to buy a house?
From making an offer to getting the keys to your new home, our step-by-step guide explains all.
How much does a guarantor need to earn in the UK?
Want to understand the role of a guarantor? From how much a guarantor needs to earn, to their rights and responsibilities, here are the key facts.
How to increase your credit score quickly
Sometimes, you want to know how to increase your credit score quickly. While there’s no magic fix, we look at the things that can make a difference.
Tips on how to improve your credit score
Discover strategies to help improve your credit score, from paying bills on time to managing balances. Steps worth taking, progress worth making.
Understanding why my credit score is different on different sites
Discover why your credit score varies across different sites and learn what factors affect these differences. Get clarity with Checkmyfile.
What are credit checks for renting?
Credit checks for renting let landlords access basic information to help them verify your identity and gauge how you’ll be as a tenant. Learn more.
What is a credit limit?
Learn how it’s determined, how to increase it, and what happens if you exceed it.
What is a statutory credit report? How to request yours
Understand the information on your statutory credit report. Know when you might need one and how to request it online or by post.