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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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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...

Car insurance in the UK for new residents

Whether you’re planning a road trip to explore the great British outdoors, or just doing the daily school run, it’s essential to...

How to get a UK driving licence

If you’re fed up of squeezing onto crowded trains or waiting at bus stops in the rain, you might be tempted to get yourself a...

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What is Hire Purchase (HP) finance?

Hire Purchase (HP for short) is a popular type of car finance that lets you spread the cost of a new or used car into monthly...

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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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HP vs PCP: Which is right for me?

Choosing your new car can be fun, but choosing how you pay for it? Not so much. Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) and Hire...

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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...

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What's a payment holiday?

Life can be unpredictable, and when you sign up for a car finance agreement for three years or more, you’ve got no way of knowing...

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What does affordability mean?

So you’ve decided what you need from your next car. Enough room for both kids and a big shop, with Apple Carplay to keep everyone...