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Rachel Allen

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Rachel has been writing her whole career, and she’s spent almost a decade in personal finance. With a background in copywriting and content management, she has a knack for breaking down complicated money stuff and making it make sense. Rachel has been helping people make their money go that extra mile for years, and when it comes to car finance, she’s a firm believer in the power of clear, straightforward content to put you in the driving seat.

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Understanding UK road signs & driving laws

If it’s your first time driving in the UK, you might be wondering what rules and laws you have to follow. Whilst many of the...

How to register a vehicle in the UK

If you’re relocating to the UK, you might want to bring your own car with you. Before you can take to the road, you’ll need to...

Can you drive in the UK on a foreign licence?

If you’re new to the UK, you might be keen to get behind the wheel to explore on the open road. You can usually drive in the UK...

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Will a student loan affect my credit score?

Your credit score is a really important part of your financial profile - it has an impact on loads of things, including your...

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Will my overdraft affect my credit score?

Got a current account? Then there’s a chance you might have the option of adding an overdraft to it. An overdraft is a pot of...

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Can I get out of a lease agreement early?

Leasing a car can be an affordable way to drive the car you want, especially if you’re a sucker for a brand new model kitted out...

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Can I refinance my car loan?

Life is unpredictable, and your circumstances could change a lot during the term of a car finance agreement. Refinancing can be a...

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Can I claim back VAT on my HP finance?

Considering getting a new car on hire purchase, and wondering where you stand with the VAT? The UK tax system is not known for...

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What’s the ‘Total amount payable’?

Car finance is just awesome, isn’t it? And yes, we may be ever so slightly biassed in saying that, but seriously - it’s a...

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What is an ‘Option to purchase’ fee?

We know car finance is awesome, because it’s a flexible and affordable way of getting to drive the car you want. That’s why we’re...

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What happens if I miss a payment on my car finance?

Life can be expensive, and with the cost of literally everything going up, it might feel like your budget is getting squeezed...