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Credit scores & car finance: What score do you need to buy or lease a car?

Discover what credit score is needed to buy or lease a car in the UK. Find out about car finance credit checks. Understand minimum credit scores for car finance. Get Loqbox top tips on how to improve your credit score when you want to buy a car.

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Why is my credit score not going up? Reasons your score may not be increasing

Does your credit score seem stubbornly stuck-in-the-mud? Does it feel like you’re slowly sinking in credit score quicksand? Here are some reasons your credit score might not be improving…

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Minimum credit score for a mortgage — What score do you need?

Many people say that buying a house is one of the most stressful things you can do. But working out what you can afford, building up a deposit and finding your dream home are just the start.To get a good mortgage deal, you’ll need to prove to lenders that you’re a responsible borrower. But what credit score do you need for a mortgage?

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What is my credit score? How to find your credit report​​

Want to find out what your credit score is? Looking to learn more about your credit report? Loqbox is here to help. In this blog we’ll answer some of the most common questions people have about their credit scores and credit reports.

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What is a credit score? How is it calculated and what affects it?

If you’re new to the game, credit scores can seem like a minefield. You only have to take a quick peek at social media to see how much confusion and conflicting information there is out there.

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Spring clean your finances

Spring is finally here! That can only mean one thing… It's time for spring cleaning!

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Get financially fit while planning to travel

It’s been a tough couple of years! In and out of lockdowns and all the worries that come with living through a pandemic. Not to mention the soaring cost of living and the global unrest on our newsfeed.

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Save some money (and the planet) this Earth Day

Rising energy costs, fuel prices, tax hikes – it’s no wonder our monthly spending budgets have taken a hit. And with an estimated 22 million homes affected by the energy price hikes, it’s safe to say that the majority of us are (or will soon be) feeling the pinch.

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Are summer staycations here to stay?

After the last few years, many of us are looking forward to a more “normal” summer. A chance to reconnect with friends and loved ones, and to enjoy the (slightly) better weather.

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