To say it’s been a strange year for the property market is an understatement. The UK housing market was effectively frozen for seven weeks between March and May this year. Although it’s back open [...]
Read our latest Money Goals story from a 24-year-old Digital Marketing Manager saving to buy their first home. Discover why this is important to them and read about the challenges they faced.
To say it’s been a strange year for the property market is an understatement. The UK housing market was effectively frozen for seven weeks between March and May this year. Although it’s back open [...]
If getting your finances into shape is something you’ve never done before then the thought of it might make you feel a little queasy. Stick with me. Just like going back to the gym after a break, [...]
We know about the benefits of a healthy diet, regular exercise and a calm mind, but there is a big area of our wellness that is often ignored. Our financial fitness. In this article I explore why [...]
We have some really exciting news to share with you. Today we are launching a competition to give away £1000 to one lucky winner to help them achieve their goals. Could it be you?
In our blog on How to budget better, we gave you some crucial money management tips. With those in mind, we wanted to share our favourite free money management apps that’ll help you watch your [...]
One side-effect of the government’s coronavirus measures is more time to evaluate your current financial position. Creating a budget is one of the easiest ways to do this. This installment of [...]
Whether it’s a boiler breakdown or a family emergency, savings can cushion the blow of that unexpected bill. Building a savings pot is an important step to healthy finances – even, or perhaps [...]
Maybe not now, but there’ll probably come a time sooner or later when you need to buy something on credit – whether it’s a phone contract or a mortgage. Getting your credit score in the best [...]
Are you paying by Direct Debit or Card payment? Here is how to find out 1. Log into your LOQBOX and go to the “My Account” tab at the top of the page. 2. Near the bottom of your summary, [...]
1. Log into your LOQBOX and scroll to the bottom of your page to find the “Unlock my LOQBOX” link. Click the link. 2. From here, follow the instructions on the screen. You’ll be [...]
Keeping your credit score healthy is important as it determines if you can qualify to get a loan, mortgage, or even a phone contract; it may also seriously affect your interest rate.
There’s no magic to making yourself better off. Just spend less than you earn. But it can be easier said than done. Learn about painless budgeting in under two minutes – from the experts at LOQBOX.
The language of borrowing can be some of the most confusing of all. Let’s make sure you have a handle on the basics with this guide to the jargon around credit.
We spoke to Megan Caywood, co-founder and Chief Platform Officer of Starling Bank about the challenges and virtues of building the world’s best current account
LOQBOX sat down with Edoardo Moreni, CEO of financial aggregator app Emma, to hear about his team’s journey to building the smartest financial assistant on the market.
Almost all of us pay monthly bills for phone and broadband. But how many of us are paying more than we need to? Here’s the lowdown on switching and saving.
The ‘50/20/30 rule’ helps you budget better by splitting spending into three categories: living expenses and essentials, financial goals, and lifestyle.
With so many different kinds of bank account available, how do you know which type to choose? Our handy cheat sheet gives you everything you need to know.
Have you tried a money management app yet? They’re a handy – and completely free way – to stay in control of your spending. Here’s everything you need to know in under two minutes.
If you start a healthy diet, it’s a good idea to check what shape you’re in to begin with. The same applies when you’re trying to improve your credit health.
For a brighter credit future, you need to understand where you are right now. Why can’t you get credit? We can help you figure it out. And we have this simple trick to get you started – from the [...]
Forget everything you think you know: lenders couldn’t give a monkey’s about your credit score. So how DO they decide whether to give you credit? Get ready for some surprisingly straightforward [...]
Figures show that over a third of British expats plan to return to the UK. If you’re one of them, follow these six simple steps to fix your finances after life overseas – from the experts at LOQBOX.
Latest figures reveal that 588,000 people made the UK their home in the year ending March 2017. If you have no previous credit history in the UK, try these six credit-boosting tips for visiting [...]
Cases of bankruptcy and insolvency are on the rise in England and Wales, as more and more people feel the economic pinch. If you’re unlucky enough to be one of them, follow these five simple tips [...]
