More than half of banking customers pay bank charges, research from FairInvestment.co.uk has revealed.
Of those people asked, almost a quarter of current account customers have an agreed overdraft facility but still slip over it from time to time, incurring a charge from their bank. Nine per cent do... - June 11, 2008
New research from Fairinvestment.co.uk has found that price is everything for its users when it comes to shopping for car insurance (http://www.fairinvestment.co.uk/car_insurance.aspx). The research involved asking users what the most important aspect is when shopping for car insurance.
Of those questioned,... - June 06, 2008
Fairinvestment.co.uk is getting behind the UK Social Investment Forum's first ever National Ethical Investment Week, a response to the soaring demand for green living and ethical investment opportunities.
From May 18th to the 24th, UKSIF – a non-profit ethical investment membership body –... - May 22, 2008
A large portion of people are expecting to find themselves below the poverty line when they retire, according to new research from Fairinvestment.co.uk.
When asked what they expect from their retirement, 33 per cent of people said that they are looking forward to a comfortable living with an adequate... - April 03, 2008
The health risks caused by smoking have long been known, but there are also noticeable financial dangers, warns Fairinvestment.co.uk.
At nearly £6.00 for a pack of twenty cigarettes, the average 20 a day smoker will spend over £2,000 a year on the detrimental habit. But this is not the only... - March 13, 2008
A winter holiday on the sunny slopes could be the best way to kick-start the New Year and to recharge your batteries after a busy Christmas. And, if you don't fancy starting 2008 with any serious financial headaches, remember to include travel insurance when planning your getaway.
According to Direct... - February 01, 2008
Fair Investment Company is urging consumers to spring clean their finances for 2008 by checking the latest rates on credit cards, loans and energy bills in order to ease the pressure after the heavy seasonal spend.
As the New Year kicks in, many consumers will be feeling the pinch after the frivolities... - February 01, 2008
For those with New Year's resolutions to lead a healthier lifestyle in 2008, it might be a good time to think about the health of the planet and what consumers can do to reduce their individual impact on the environment.
Ethical and environmentally friendly financial products are getting increasingly... - January 17, 2008
Many children will have been given money for Christmas this year on top of the countless toys, gadgets and clothes listed in their letters to Santa. Rather than seeing this cash squandered on more items to be tripped over around the house, Fair Investment Company (www.fairinvestment.co.uk) suggests that... - January 11, 2008
For those who found a puppy or a kitten under the tree this Christmas, it is important to remember that pets are for life, not just for Christmas, and getting pet insurance could ensure that the new member of the family gets the care it needs, urges Fair Investment Company.
David Doulton, director at... - January 05, 2008
Selecting a green energy tariff could soon be much simpler thanks to a new ratings scheme proposed today by energy regulator Ofgem.
If it goes ahead, the system, which is due to be implemented early next year, will be similar to the A to F classification used to measure the energy ratings of household... - November 23, 2007
As the nation prepares to clean out their gutters and draught proof their windows for National Maintenance Week, Fair Investment Company is advising homeowners to make the most of the green energy providers on the market to help reduce their carbon footprint and save money at the same time.
This week... - November 23, 2007
Fairinvestment.co.uk is advising homeowners to inform their insurance providers before they undertake any major renovation work as their cover may be invalid if they fail to report changes to their homes.
As National Maintenance Week kicks off today, thousands of home owners are being encouraged to... - November 18, 2007
Today is Children In Need, and while it is one of the nation’s biggest days of giving, there are still other ways of donating money throughout the year without even having to spend any extra, reminds Fair Investment Company.
Charity credit cards are a way of giving to charity without any extra... - November 18, 2007
First time buyers have not been put off by the recent dip in the property market and are still hoping to cinch a good mortgage deal, according to research from fairinvestment.co.uk.
Following news this week that Britain’s first time buyers may soon be a thing of the past, it seems that those wanting... - November 03, 2007
Bonfire Night is a much-anticipated event, but things can quickly go awry if the public does not take precautions or protect themselves from the potential financial damage with an adequate home insurance policy, financial comparison site Fair Investment Company has warned.
There is a whole host of things... - November 03, 2007
As the country prepares for the latest round of postal strike misery – an unofficial strike by some workers - Fairinvestment.co.uk advises bank account holders to take advantage of online banking to keep abreast of their finances as bills, invoices; bank and credit card statements go undelivered.
The... - October 31, 2007
This week (October 8-12) marks National Identity Fraud Awareness Week, and independent online financial website, fairinvestment.co.uk, has launched a free online guide (http://www.fairinvestment.co.uk/guide_to_identity_fraud.aspx) about identity theft - how to prevent it and what to do if you become... - October 14, 2007
