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    Saving money the right way

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    Whether you’re saving for a holiday, building a mortgage deposit, creating a fund for your children, or thinking about retiring in comfort, it is vital to make your money work as hard as it can.

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    Five steps to get on the property ladder

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    Many of us want to own our own home. For first-time buyers, home ownership doesn’t have to be an unattainable dream – not if you stick to these five steps.

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    Five steps to building financial resilience

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    Financial resilience is the ability to withstand any unexpected costs without them having a long-lasting impact on your finances. Wagestream have identified five steps that you can take to develop your financial resilience.

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    Looking after your financial wellness

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    We all have money worries from time to time, and given the uncertainty we are facing due to COVID-19, it’s essential that we arm ourselves with as many coping strategies and best practices as we can. Here are some positive steps which you can take to look after your financial wellbeing.

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    Payday loan schemes

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    People rely on payday loans to help tide them over when times are financially tight. If you’re considering a payday loan, these tips might help you to decide if it’s the best option for you.

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    Eight steps to boost your credit rating

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    People with a poor credit score may find it difficult to access financial products such as loans, mortgages or credit cards, and might find that services are more expensive. Here are eight steps you can take to boost your credit rating.

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    Savings and loans - retailCU

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    Saving money can help you become financially secure and prepare for those unexpected bills. When those savings don’t quite cover it, the retailCU credit union can support you. Launched in May 2017, retailCU works by members creating a common pool of savings, which is then used to provide loans to members who wish to borrow.

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    A beginner's guide to budgeting

    Project Mastery looks at how to budget and save money to help you prepare for the future.