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How do credit cards work?

Weigh up the benefits and risks, and how credit cards can affect your credit score.

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How much is the minimum payment on a credit card?

Find out how credit card issuers calculate the minimum payment, where to check it, and the effects of only paying the minimum.

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Does closing a credit card affect your credit score?

Could closing a credit card negatively impact your credit score? Let’s find out.

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Why can't I get a credit card? 13 possible reasons

Find out why you’ve been declined and uncover tips for your next application.

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What does APR mean on a credit card?

Learn about annual percentage rate: how it works, the different types, and additional fees to keep in mind.

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Can I use my credit card abroad?

If you're wondering if you can use your credit card abroad, the answer is yes. Learn how it works and what you need to know before you go.

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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.

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What is a tenant credit check?

Landlords use tenant credit checks to verify your identity and to help determine if you’ll be a good tenant. Here’s what to expect from these checks.

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What does a guarantor need to earn?

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.

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Does being a guarantor affect your credit?

Simply being a guarantor won’t affect your credit score. But if the borrower doesn’t pay, it can impact you. Here’s what you need to know.

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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.

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The impact of the cost-of-living crisis on credit scores

Learn how the cost-of-living crisis could impact your credit score and what you can do if you're facing financial issues.