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Rachel Allen

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.

Popular articles from Rachel Allen

How Much Does Mileage Impact Car Values?

What is car depreciation and how does it work?

A car is often an essential part of life, getting us to where we need to be and opening up the joy of exploring on the open road....

A Guide To Car Insurance Groups and Their Meaning

Car insurance groups explained

When it comes to buying your next set of wheels, you might already have an idea of how much you can afford to spend. But buying...

Can I get car finance without a deposit?

Our cars are typically the most costly financial commitment, most people have after paying our rent or making mortgage repayments...

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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...

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What’s the difference between car leasing and subscriptions?

Looking for a new car, but not sure about committing to actually buying and owning one? It makes sense - our attitude to owning...

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Can I get car finance when receiving Universal Credit or benefits?

Looking for a new set of wheels, but wondering if you can get finance to pay for it while you’re on benefits? Being on benefits...

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How long should I finance my car for?

One of the biggest benefits of getting a car on finance is that you get to drive away in your sweet new ride without having to...

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Should I get car finance or a bank loan?

You’ve scoured the dealerships, done the test drive, and found your dream new set of wheels. Exciting times! But before you can...

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What's the best way to pay for a car?

Shopping for a new set of wheels can be really exciting - it’s up there with scrolling Rightmove “for research purposes”. But...

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What are the rules and regulations around car finance?

Buying a car is kind of a big deal. After a house, it’s one of the most expensive things most of us will ever buy (unless you’re...