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When Moneyboat met Cambridge Business School
How taking part in a study into Fintechs and Covid-19 helped reinforce our ethos.
Top tips on how to pay off debt quickly
Taking out a loan is a financial commitment and it pays to take that seriously. Although, as a borrower, you agree to a loan term with their lender at the point of taking out the loan, you can often repay faster if you are able.
Can you get a payday loan with no bank account?
Getting a fast loan when you don’t have a bank account can be very difficult. Most lenders require borrowers to have a bank account for several reasons and you are unlikely to be approved for a fast cash loan without one.
Effective monthly budgeting tips - How to make your money go further each month
Putting in place an effective budget and sticking to it each month can make an enormous difference to your life. It may seem like a headache to have to spend time working out a budget, but it really is one of the best ways to help free yourself from debt, improve your credit rating and, ultimately improve your opportunities. The Moneyboat team looked over some key options and put them together for you here!
All about fintech and Payday loans
Hot on the heels of the stricter regulations brought in by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) came a whole new set of online payday lenders. These businesses are less like the old guard, such as Wonga and QuickQuid and more resemble financial technology firms, or ‘fintechs’.
Getting back on the road: Funding options for car repairs
When it comes to putting the brakes on life, nothing does the job quite like a broken-down car. Whether you need the car to get to work, take the kids to school, do the shopping, visit family and friends or all of the above, when your car is out of action, you need to get it fixed as quickly as possible.
How to Find a Tradesman
We’re all familiar with that sinking feeling you get when something goes wrong in your home and needs fixing. There’s the uneasy feeling that comes with the safety, warmth and security of your home being compromised, which is bad enough. On top of this, there’s the worry that you will have to find a tradesperson to deal with it.
Three Things to Consider When Applying for a Payday Loan
Applying for payday loans online is pretty straightforward, but that doesn’t mean you can afford to take your eye off the ball. There are several things you need to be aware of when filling in an application for a payday loan and it pays to be prepared. Here’s a simple guide to the three most important factors to consider, to help you get your application right first time.
Tips for avoiding winter car repairs
When it comes to financial planning, something many people don’t consider is taking steps to prevent emergency costs from occurring. As short-term lenders, we are used to borrowers coming to us to meet unexpected costs that can’t wait until payday. One of the most common is car repair expenses.
How to Earn Fast Cash - 8 Creative Ways to Save and Make Money Quickly
Most of us will have been in the sticky situation of needing fast cash at some point in our lives.
What is Open Banking?
Can Open Banking Help Consumers Keep Their Finances on Track? Moneyboat explores this new phenomenon.