Lenders push overpayment

BANKS are encouraging homeowners on cheap variable-rate mortgages to consider clearing their debts more quickly by using spare cash to boost monthly repayments.

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Premium costs drive parents into scam

PARENTS are breaking the law by falsely claiming to be the main driver of their children’s cars to help them to cut insurance costs.

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G4S unlocks international opportunity

FOREIGN governments electronically tagging their criminals ankles are set to help G4S continue to defy the downturn.

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Losses shake Hiscox

LLOYD’S of London insurer Hiscox said it will take a combined £100million hit from February’s earthquake in Chile and the windstorm Xynthia, which swept through Western Europe at the end of the month.

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Astra's plan emerges

ASTRAZENECA is planning a push into emerging markets to take advantage of their growing prosperity, “unmet medical needs” and fast sales growth.

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Federal Reserve keeps key interest rate on hold

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Charges crackdown receives little credit

CONSUMER group describes OFT measures as a 'wasted chance', says Esther Shaw

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A better connected future

THERE is a host of broadband offers on the market, and companies are constantly unveiling new cheap deals. But customers need to keep their wits about them to ensure they are aware of all charges and conditions they may be letting themselves in for.

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National Savings strategy adds up

Q I WONDER how much National Savings & Investments spends on advertising. I have stopped listening to Classic FM because the constant mention of NS&I makes me angry, when that money could go towards a better payout to investors. I have only £144 in Premium Bonds, held for many years, and I don’t expect much. But I will not invest more until there is a fairer payout.

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Business plan is key to start-up

THOUSANDS of people start their own businesses each year. Many want to be their own boss and to run a lifestyle business from home. Others think they have spotted a gap in the market and are out to make millions.

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