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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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...
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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Can I get car finance for my son or daughter?
Is there anything better than seeing your child buy their first set of wheels and head out on the open road for the first time?...
What is a balloon payment on car finance?
Let’s face it; car finance probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think about balloons. For us, it’s more...
What does an annual mileage mean?
When buying a car on finance or looking for insurance cover if you already own your dream wheels, one of the most common...
Can I get car finance if I’ve been declared bankrupt?
When you’re in severe financial difficulty and don’t know where to turn, bankruptcy can often be the only way forward.It’s a...
Can I get car finance with a CCJ?
Managing your finances isn’t always easy. With the cost-of-living crisis squeezing budgets and unexpected challenges to face like...
Can I get car finance if I've just moved to the UK?
If you’re new to the UK, or if you’ve moved back after being away for a while, you might be keen to get behind the wheel. It may...
What finance is available for electric cars?
Electric cars have a lot going for them. They produce zero direct emissions, are relatively cheap to run, incentivised by the...
Can I get car finance if I’m self-employed?
Striking out on your own has never been more popular. And with over four million self-employed people working in the UK, if...
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