Articles by Ruth Jackson

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    Scam of the week: the car clocking scam

    Here at Moneywise HQ we are regularly inundated with emails from concerned readers informing us of new and elaborate scams being hatched. This week we look at the 'car clocking' scam.

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    Does your postcode affect your petrol price?

    Where you live could have a huge effect on your petrol bill, according to research from Santander Credit Cards.

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    Is now the time to invest in gold?

    Are you looking to have a more diverse portfolio? Ruth Jackson examines the current trend that is seeing many investors turning to gold.

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    House prices rise in August

    House prices rose by 1.3% in August, according to the latest figures from the Nationwide house price index.

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    Brits would rather bank with John Lewis

    Consumers are tired of the scandals surrounding traditional high street banks and would rather hand their money to trusted shops instead.

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    Mobile phone insurance: The next mis-selling scandal?

    Over the past 15 years, mobile phones have conquered the world. Mobile phones are small, expensive and easy to lose, so alongside the retail industry is a thriving insurance market. But how useful is your insurance if you lose your phone?

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    Three steps to improve your borrowing potential

    Applying for more credit can always be tricky, Ruth Jackson helps Moneywise readers through the credit maze and gives you tips on what to do.

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    Why are your car insurance premiums rising?

    Motor cover costs twice as much as it did a decade ago, not because we're worse at driving but due to reasons largely beyond our control.

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    Tips for driving in bad weather

    With the British summer a wash-out, Ruth Jackson helps Moneywise readers out with some tips on how to be safe on the roads in wet weather.

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    Teenagers unaware of the price of life

    It's GCSE results day, and as the nations 16 year-olds find out how they did, new research has revealed their financial aspirations.