Hayley Bevan

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Understanding credit cards

Can you withdraw cash from a credit card?

Wondering if you can withdraw cash from a credit card? Learn how it works, what fees apply, and what to consider be...

Published on November 26th, 20254 mins read
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Does checking your credit score lower it?

Wondering if checking your credit score hurts it? Discover the difference between soft and hard checks, and how eac...

Published on November 26th, 20253 mins read
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Can you pay off a credit card with another cr...

Thinking about paying one credit card with another? Find out if it’s possible, how balance transfers work, and smar...

Published on October 31st, 20256 mins read
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8 reasons why your credit score has gone down

Wondering why your credit score is going down? Learn the most common reasons behind score drops, what you can do to...

Published on October 31st, 20256 mins read
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What credit score do you need for a mortgage?

Learn what credit score you need for a mortgage in the UK, how it affects your mortgage options, and tips to improv...

Published on October 31st, 20257 mins read
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The UK’s Subscription Service Spending in 202...

Aqua reveals Brits spend £786 a year on subscriptions. See how spending varies across the UK and get tips to track ...

Published on October 31st, 20256 mins read
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Should you increase your credit card limit?

Looking to increase your credit card limit? Discover how to request an increase, what factors lenders consider, and...

Published on October 14th, 20254 mins read
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How to pay off a credit card bill & should yo...

Confused about credit card payments? Find out how to clear your card's bill effectively, if overpaying is worthwhil...

Published on October 3rd, 20255 mins read
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Financial Learnings and Mistakes 2025

New survey from Aqua reveals the UK’s biggest financial learnings and mistakes

Published on October 3rd, 202512 mins read

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