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Financial learnings and mistakes

Aqua’s latest survey explores Brits’ biggest financial learnings and mistakes.

Published on October 29th, 202413 mins read
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Victoria Smith

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Affordable camping locations

Aqua reveals the best, and most affordable camping locations in the UK, and provides top tips for camping on a budg...

Published on July 29th, 20249 mins read
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Sharvan Selvam

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How to apply for a credit card

If you’re looking to apply for a credit card then read our comprehensive guide. Learn about eligibility, credit car...

Published on March 27th, 20248 mins read
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Victoria Smith

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Advantages of using a credit card

From spreading costs to building credit history, learn the benefits of credit cards when used responsibly.

Published on May 9th, 20227 mins read
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Vanessa Stewart

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What is a credit limit?

Find out how credit limits are set, how to increase or decrease yours, and whether you should.

Published on October 22nd, 20195 mins read
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Victoria Smith

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How to fix bad credit

In this guide you’ll find out how to improve bad credit and how quickly you can do it.

Published on May 17th, 20193 mins read
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Vanessa Stewart

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How to apply for a credit card

If you’re looking to apply for a credit card then read our comprehensive guide. Learn about eligibility, credit car...

Published on March 27th, 20248 mins read
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Victoria Smith

Budgeting your money

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Finance tips for students

Get money smart and learn simple steps you can take to build your financial future, even whilst still at school.

Published on September 27th, 20226 mins read
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Sharvan Selvam

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The cost of a first date

Survey finds almost a quarter of single Brits are planning to stop dating due to the cost of living crisis.

Published on January 26th, 20235 mins read
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Vanessa Stewart

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Couples' spending habits in the UK

Our research uncovers the financial topics that put the most strain on relationships

Published on January 19th, 20236 mins read
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Victoria Smith

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How to get a mortgage with bad credit

Discover how you can improve your chances of buying a house with bad credit.

Published on September 29th, 20225 mins read
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Victoria Smith

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Financial learnings and mistakes

Aqua’s latest survey explores Brits’ biggest financial learnings and mistakes.

Published on October 29th, 202413 mins read
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Victoria Smith

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The hidden cost of university

Aqua explores which UK cities are the most affordable for university students.

Published on July 27th, 20239 mins read
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Sharvan Selvam

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Affordable camping locations

Aqua reveals the best, and most affordable camping locations in the UK, and provides top tips for camping on a budg...

Published on July 29th, 20249 mins read
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Sharvan Selvam

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Couple's spending habits in the UK

Aqua’s new research uncovers what the biggest money challenges are for couples in the UK, and experts share tips on...

Published on March 8th, 20249 mins read
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Vanessa Stewart

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