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Loqbox review: can you really improve your credit score without any debt?

Loqbox lets you improve your credit score without taking on debt, get credit for your rent payments and even save money. Here's how it works.

Savings ladder explained: should you use this strategy?

Different types of pension explained: state, workplace, and SIPPs

Understand the different types of pension, how to know which type you have, the differences between them, and the benefits of having them.

Hidden hotel charges: avoid getting stung on holiday

If you're jetting off on holiday, be mindful of the fees you could be hit with when you get to the hotel from tourist tax to utility charges.

What affects your credit score?

Your credit score helps lenders understand your perceived risk among other things. We look at what can affect your credit score and how to check it.

Electricity bills to fall as VAT scrapped on domestic use

Electricity bills are set to fall after VAT was removed from them - this is what's changing, what you'll save and the one group excluded.

The best extra “dummy” accounts for bank switching

Don't want to switch your main current account but still grab the perks? Here's our top dummy accounts to set up and switch instead.

RBS bank switch offer: get £200

The RBS switch offer can get you £200 for switching over your bank account using the Current Account Switching Service.

A thief stole my iPhone and spent £20,000 of my savings

Be Clever With Your Cash reader, Andrew, was the victim of a frightening and prevalent crime with serious financial consequences.

Is it worth selling old books, DVDs, games and CDs online?

Can you make money selling your old books, DVDs and CDs on trade-in sites like Music Magpie and is it worth the effort? We'll tell you our findings

The corner shop stamp rip-off

Watch out when you're buying your stamps as some retailers add a hefty markup. Here's what you need to know about where to get the best price.

The best ways to use and earn Tesco Clubcard points

Find out if you're getting a good deal when it comes to spending your Tesco Clubcard points