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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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Can I Get Car Finance on Any Car?

What happens if my car is written off and it’s still on finance?

Accidents happen. When split-second decisions and challenging conditions make driving difficult at the best of times, even the...

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The Cost of Driving Crisis: Expenses Affecting UK Drivers in 2024

Whether you’ve just passed your test or you’re a seasoned driver, there’s no denying that running a car can be expensive. When...

Which credit reference agencies do lenders use?

When applying for car finance, your credit score can make a significant difference to the APR you’re offered, your repayment...

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How long does car finance approval take?

When you’re counting down the days, hours, and minutes until you can pick up the keys to your new car, the last thing you want to...

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Car finance admin fees explained

Unfortunately, fees are a (slightly annoying) fact of life. While we’d all prefer to avoid them where possible, some extra...

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What is Voluntary Termination?

When finance agreements can last four, five, or even six years, our individual circumstances can change a lot over the course of...

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What is the residual value of a car and why does it matter?

Navigating the world of car finance can sometimes feel like you need to learn a whole new language! Parlez-vous de financement...

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What is outstanding finance?

Car finance can be a great way of spreading the cost of a new or used car. By splitting the lump sum into affordable monthly...

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How does joint car finance work?

Sometimes, it’s better not to go it alone. Joint car finance is a type of loan that you apply for with another person, usually...

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Can I appeal a car finance decision?

Rejection hurts. No matter whether it’s a job, romantic partner, or car finance application, that ‘thanks, but no thanks’ message...

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Is there a Buy Now Pay Later car finance option?

Need to get back behind the wheel urgently but can’t make your first payment right now? It might sound like an impossible...