Verity Hogan
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Verity Hogan is a personal finance expert and journalist with over 13 years’ experience. The former Head of Content and Communications at CarFinance 247, Verity has freelanced for a wide range of brands including Cazoo, Ocean Finance, Aegon UK, and Western Union. She is passionate about demystifying the car finance process through engaging content that is honest, empathetic, informative, and jargon free.
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The Cost of Driving Crisis: Expenses Affecting UK Drivers in 2024
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Which credit reference agencies do lenders use?
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The UK's Fastest And Slowest Selling Cars
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What does being pre-approved for car finance mean?
When you’re first setting out on your car finance journey, getting pre-approved is often the first milestone you’ll hit. Being...
Can I extend my car finance repayment term?
Time flies, except maybe when it comes to your car finance agreement. With repayment terms lasting anywhere from one to six...
What can I do if I can’t afford my repayments?
We don’t like to do it often but, to paraphrase Ronan Keating, life can be a rollercoaster – especially when it comes to your...
Will Very Pay affect my credit score?
If you’re browsing Very with a specific item in mind or simply hoping to indulge in a little retail therapy, the prospect of Very...
Are all car finance interest rates fixed?
Interest is the price you’ll pay when borrowing money to buy a new or used car.
Does Klarna improve my credit score?
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Will Direct Debits improve my credit score?
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Car home delivery – all you need to know
What could be better than buying a car from the comfort of your sofa? With everything from our weekly food shop and Friday night...
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