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1. | Debt Collection Agencies : Understanding a growth industry
Consumers in the UK collectively owe in excess of £1 trillion according to recent media reports. Much of this debt is due to borrowing on credit cards, bank loans and mortgages; but as consumer borrowing increases, so does the amount of people encountering financial difficulty in paying back what ...
[Added: 31 May 2007 Hits: 10 Words: 571]
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2. | Valentine's Day offers everyone a chance to impress their loved ones with a special Valentine's Day gift
As January and February wear on, it's easy to slip into the winter doldrums. After all, with wind and rain lashing at your windows and those dark morning journeys to work, who wouldn't start to long for balmy ...
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3. | This year, spring into your vacation with fewer crowds and lower costs
Once the winter holidays are over, many of us begin to look forward to summer. After all, the summer months afford the best weather, not to mention longer days to enjoy it. Moreover, a good number of ...
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4. | Romance and pasta: a match made in heaven?
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, hopeless romantics all over the world are racking their brains for something spectacular with which to surprise that special person this year. But what many don't realize is ...
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5. | Bad credit consumers can still find sources of financial assistance
In the last few years, consumer debt in Britain has been spiralling: from credit card debt to large mortgage burdens, it seems that UK spenders have become a nation of borrowers. A recent article in the ...
[Added: 02 Feb 2007 Hits: 183 Words: 453]
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6. | Buy property in Spain to start your retirement in style
Many UK residents will dream of one day retiring in sunny Spain. After all, thousands of people have done so in the past, and thousands more are planning to do so in the future. Considering the many benefits of living in and buying property in Spain for your ...
[Added: 01 Feb 2007 Hits: 35 Words: 532]
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7. | Hotel gift certificates: gift giving made simple
Gift giving can be one of the most enjoyable aspects of a special occasion. After all, you get to treat someone to an item or event that you've put feeling and thought into. However, there are times when all that feeling and thought may seem to get you ...
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8. | The yearly escape: making your annual holiday worthwhile
A vacation sounds good at any time of the year, but holidays encompass a great deal more than simply dashing off to a dreamy destination. You have to secure time off work; the kids need to be on ...
[Added: 01 Feb 2007 Hits: 47 Words: 418]
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9. | Use your bathroom as a place of relaxation
In today's fast-paced world, the need for relaxation has become paramount. After all, a relaxed and healthy body surely leads to both better productivity in the workplace and a more fulfilled life. While many people choose to relax by taking ...
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10. | Risky Business: dealing with poor payers is a business nightmare
As a business owner, it's rarely possible to completely guard against bad debt; after all, the only way to avoid debt would be not to trade at all. Running a small business is not without risk, but there are steps you can take to reduce the risk of ...
[Added: 30 Jan 2007 Hits: 50 Words: 462]
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11. | Asset and sales finance can aid business development
When it comes to setting up a new business, it can be difficult to come to terms with business terminology - especially if the process of setting up and running a company is completely alien to ...
[Added: 30 Jan 2007 Hits: 44 Words: 502]
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12. | Knightsbridge and Kensington offer the best in British cuisine
One of London's most famed districts, Knightsbridge, is a popular area for residents and visitors alike. Notable for its expensive shops, including the world famous Harrods, property in Knightsbridge is among the most expensive in the world; moreover, ...
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13. | Go skiing in Salt Lake City
If you're interested in finding an action packed adventure holiday, there are few more enjoyable options than skiing. Skiing is one of the most popular winter sports in the world, and provides excellent enjoyment for ...
[Added: 30 Jan 2007 Hits: 36 Words: 400]
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14. | Visit Walt Disney World, Florida - the world's best entertainment park
When it comes to children's holidays, entertainment parks often provide the best locations. Busy entertainment parks allow children to run amok amidst the crowds, while enjoying the structured fun allowed by park rides and attractions. And if you're looking for an all-American theme park destination to which you ...
[Added: 27 Jan 2007 Hits: 39 Words: 499]
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15. | Spa treatments are more than just a luxury
In the last few decades, the concept of a spa treatment has undergone a widespread revolution, both in America and the rest of the world. While spas were once seen as the domain of only the rich and famous, today a variety of people see attending a day spa ...
[Added: 26 Jan 2007 Hits: 30 Words: 419]
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16. | Get a little help when planning your wedding and honeymoon
From your engagement party (should you so decide to have one) to the honeymoon, weddings are becoming increasingly lavish affairs which require accurate and detailed planning. But if you can't afford a professional wedding planner or a wedding planning service, don't be ...
[Added: 25 Jan 2007 Hits: 48 Words: 432]
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17. | Get ready to see the UK on wheels - because getting there is half the fun!
Many people say that the most tedious part of a holiday involves travelling to and from their destination. After all, there's always luggage to cart around, queues to wait in and a persistent sense of haste and worry in case you ...
[Added: 25 Jan 2007 Hits: 54 Words: 537]
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18. | Individual Voluntary Arrangement: How Does It Work?
With levels of consumer debt having recently surpassed £1 trillion in the UK, more and more people have found themselves in the unfortunate position of having insufficient funds available to cover their outgoings. As many consumers look for an escape out of debt, they are sometimes advised ...
[Added: 25 Jan 2007 Hits: 70 Words: 626]
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19. | Changing your credit card can help with debt management
Consumer debt is currently spiralling higher by the week. As various credit card companies, consumer groups and government agencies try to dispense advice to consumers about how to manage their debt, it's important for people to understand that they have a large variety of options available to them when ...
[Added: 23 Jan 2007 Hits: 43 Words: 450]
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20. | Experience more of the Netherlands with road travel in Amsterdam
As springtime dawns upon us and the travel market gears up for short breaks, Amsterdam heads the list of the most desirable and popular European city destinations. The culture, atmosphere and nightlife of Amsterdam have long been heralded by UK and European travellers; and Amsterdam, along with Barcelona, Prague and ...
[Added: 23 Jan 2007 Hits: 43 Words: 386]
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21. | Too many people divulge credit card information over the phone
Credit card fraud has become a very real and prevalent scourge in society, as more and people in Britain own credit cards. In fact, a recent survey by the online group PayPal indicates that one in five British workers ...
[Added: 23 Jan 2007 Hits: 29 Words: 449]
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22. | Turn back time with a traditional bathroom
Over the past few years, the world has seen massive advances in technological development: from High-Definition televisions to digital photo-frames and interactive games consoles, your lounge and moreover the remainder of your home is never likely to ...
[Added: 21 Jan 2007 Hits: 26 Words: 673]
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23. | What happens when you can't meet your financial commitments?
Mortgages, loans and credit card debt have brought UK consumer debt to over £1 trillion. Yet each day, more and more people are finding themselves in financial difficulty which they cannot get out of - and ...
[Added: 21 Jan 2007 Hits: 66 Words: 518]
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24. | Online share trading can be a liberating experience
The old world of stock-broking is changing rapidly: the practice of dealing in stocks and shares, for instance, is no longer purely the realm of high-flying financial executives, as greater numbers of ordinary people are taking part. However, perhaps the biggest innovation in modern trading ...
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25. | Ferry travel equals smart travel
A bit of free time is hard to come by these days. In fact, with work, kids and countless other life pursuits to contend with, there's seemingly no time to relax and do "nothing"; let alone take time off for a holiday. Yet the need ...
[Added: 21 Jan 2007 Hits: 45 Words: 519]
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26. | Decisions, decisions: wading through London's throng of hotels
It's often said that the more choices people are given, the harder it is to make a decision - and deciding on holiday accommodation is certainly no exception to this rule. Take London, for example: there are countless ...
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27. | Your Bathroom Can Increase the Value Of Your Property
Like many people, you may be looking to sell up and move house. If so, you'll want to ensure you give yourself the best possible chance of receiving or even exceeding the asking price for your current property.
Today's housing market is notoriously ...
[Added: 20 Jan 2007 Hits: 32 Words: 572]
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28. | Visit Gothenburg: Sweden's second city
Traditionally, tourists in Sweden have come from the neighbouring countries of Denmark, Norway and Finland. However, in recent times, Sweden has become a much more popular destination with tourists from other parts of Europe; especially Britain and Germany, as ...
[Added: 20 Jan 2007 Hits: 36 Words: 491]
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29. | When shopping for shoes, make certain you walk away with style and comfort.
When it comes to footwear, everyone wants to sport the latest styles. However, over the years, following fashion trends has seemingly come to signify that trendsetters must endure a bit of pain on their feet. After all, what counts ...
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30. | Don't forget Glasgow's festivals!
As one of Britain's largest and most diverse cities, Glasgow has always had a lot to offer the potential visitor to Scotland in terms of arts and culture. However, the city often tends to be overlooked when it comes to its festival offerings; ...
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31. | The Niagara region's Icewineries: wine tasting in a new light
Wine tours have long been popular in the realm of unique vacations; but for anyone who'd like to take the novelty of such a getaway to a whole new level, Canada's Niagara region - and its famous Icewineries - await.
One of ...
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32. | Booking a holiday online can save you money, leaving more to spend while on your trip
Everyone needs a break now and again: in fact, as transport networks - such as airlines - have expanded, people have found it even easier to go away for the weekend with friends, family or even on ...
[Added: 18 Jan 2007 Hits: 29 Words: 422]
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33. | Travel sites can offer the best advice and information when it comes to booking your holiday
Within the last decade, the number of holidays taken by people has skyrocketed; but while this trend owes much to the increasing affordability of air travel, it's also important to consider the immense role that travel websites have played in the holiday industry revolution. In fact, ...
[Added: 18 Jan 2007 Hits: 46 Words: 450]
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34. | Immerse yourself in Carolina's annual Renaissance Festival
Since the 1960s, Renaissance Fairs have become major annual events in the lives of a large number of Americans. These outdoor festivals generally focus on the re-enactment of life during the English Renaissance, usually imagined within an English town during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. Since ...
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35. | Do you look good on the dance floor? Indie-rock musicians initiate a revolution in men's fashion
The clothes worn by musicians have always sent shockwaves through the fashion industry, helping to stimulate trends that have gone down in history. Today, things are no different. It's no secret that guitar music has leapt into the ...
[Added: 15 Jan 2007 Hits: 40 Words: 455]
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36. | Credit Scoring: What is it and how does it affect me?
In recent years, a credit score has become an invaluable tool in the decision-making process of granting or declining an application for finance. As responsible lenders, banks and financial institutions take into account your personal circumstances in order to try to establish the appropriate level of credit to ...
[Added: 15 Jan 2007 Hits: 65 Words: 605]
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37. | The culinary tour: a gem in the realm of vacations
If you're an avid traveller, you're likely to have taken all the 'usual' vacations - from beach breaks and mountain retreats to spa getaways. And if you don't get the opportunity to travel much, you'll undoubtedly want your trips to be extraordinary and well-worth your ...
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38. | Planning a group holiday doesn't have to be difficult.
Have you ever planned a group holiday, only to face unanticipated dilemmas along the way? If so, you're certainly not alone. In fact, most people fall into a set of common pitfalls when travelling in ...
[Added: 13 Jan 2007 Hits: 38 Words: 415]
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39. | Personal insolvencies are at record levels across the UK: Which way for the debtor?
In the UK, when a debtor owes a sum of money in excess of £750 to a creditor, he can be made bankrupt by the creditor applying to the court for a bankruptcy order to ...
[Added: 12 Jan 2007 Hits: 45 Words: 502]
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40. | You can be as cool as Vin Diesel in The Fast and the Furious - without breaking the law!
Over the past few years, street racing has steadily gained in both popularity and credibility as a sport. However, the image of street racing is not a recent one; in fact, the idea of the renegade street racer has been a prevalent image in western culture for decades now, as ...
[Added: 12 Jan 2007 Hits: 37 Words: 470]
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41. | An enriching environment at a young age means a brighter future
Children are constantly learning from their surroundings, which is why it's important to make certain they grow up in an enriching environment. At an early age, this can mean anything from being close to their parents to interacting with other children. However, as children grow older, they require a ...
[Added: 10 Jan 2007 Hits: 52 Words: 415]
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42. | Property in London: something for everyone
London comprises one of the most popular property markets in Europe, let alone in the UK - and it's not hard to see why. Central London offers all the excitement of a big city, while the ...
[Added: 10 Jan 2007 Hits: 48 Words: 414]
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43. | Do people ever outgrow the joy of toys?
Contrary to popular representations, toys are not, and have never been just the domain of children. In fact, toys have consistently captured the imagination of the general public and are the companions of adults just as much as ...
[Added: 09 Jan 2007 Hits: 31 Words: 479]
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44. | Keep your kids occupied during the summer break: stock up with a range of entertaining toys and games
Summer is a magnificent time of year: the weather is beautiful, the kids are out of school and you probably have some sort of fantastic family holiday planned. However, one of these factors can prove to be a bit stressful - and it's not the great weather or your ...
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45. | What consumers can do in the face of rising debt and increasing interest rates
According to the National Consumer Council, Britain's personal debt has hit the £1 trillion mark for the first time ever - that's more than the entire external debt of Africa and South America combined. The reality is that people are starting to owe more money than they make; furthermore, data ...
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46. | Enjoy Sydney's festivals, arts and culture all year round
From its spectacular New Year's fireworks to its stunning harbour setting, Sydney is truly one of the world's most attractive cities and it's no wonder that Sydney has long been a popular destination for travellers in ...
[Added: 09 Jan 2007 Hits: 37 Words: 506]
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47. | Driving in Austria could enhance your holiday experience
From its stunning natural landscape and its rich musical heritage to its valuable artistic tradition, Austria is famous for a variety of tourist attractions; in fact, from Amadeus Mozart to Arnold Schwarzenegger, Austria is home to a veritable choice of ...
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48. | A look at the ways to pull yourself out of holiday debt
With the holiday season over, many people now turn their attention towards the problem of paying for their festive spending. With an estimated record £33 billion having been spent over the Christmas period, it can be a good idea to formulate ...
[Added: 07 Jan 2007 Hits: 49 Words: 509]
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49. | Purchasing property: financial and legal aspects come before offers and negotiations
A great deal goes into acquiring the right property. In fact, there are a lot of details which prospective home-buyers need to consider prior to their search for a home. Before the offers and negotiations come the financial and legal aspects of purchasing property; and these, like all aspects ...
[Added: 23 Dec 2006 Hits: 51 Words: 420]
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50. | Child-proofing a home is something all new parents need to action
All parents want to nurture, protect and care for their children; however, it's not always possible for parents to keep a constant watch over them. That said, it's often when a parent turns their head that a child's natural ...
[Added: 22 Dec 2006 Hits: 90 Words: 521]
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