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Escalating prices have long been the bane of a drinker's life and now the average price of a pint of beer has climbed over the £3 barrier for the first time in parts of Britain according to research.

Do you know what financial information is stored about you on your credit file?

An expartner or spouse can have a damaging effect on your credit rating.

A new survey by Which? Holiday claims to reveal the best websites for finding a cheap fare. But is it missing the point asks Nick Trend.

Reader inquires about 70yearold policy and is reunited with proceeds of £617.

Credit card providers are waiving balance transfer fees but charging higher interest rates research has showed.

Albemarle & Bond profits rise as hardup consumers pledge jewellery and gold to pawnbrokers.

British online shoppers are missing out on £3.2 billion a year - or £123 for every family - because they are failing to use cashback websites research has found.

A metal detector turns a walk in the country into a treasure hunt. Buy one for £30 with our online deals which also offer other bargains on outdoor essentials.

Cheque guarantee cards will be phased out within two years following a sharp fall in the number of payments made using the system.