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The number of homeowners losing their property because they're unable to pay their mortgages has fallen to its lowest level since the credit crunch began, new data from the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) shows.

Rising rents have prompted a record 12,000 tenants who are struggling with arrears to contact a debt advice charity this year.

Newcastle United's decision to agree a sponsorship deal with payday loan company Wonga has prompted an angry reaction.

Bankrupt consumers looking to open a new basic bank account will now only be able to open a Barclays account, after the Co-operative Bank decided to stop offering accounts to undischarged bankrupts.

The nation's dire economic plight doesn't mean you can't get on top of your finances. One MoneySaver today tells the story of how he got rid of £35,000 of debt in less than four years , giving hope to others they too can tackle debt head on.

MoneySavingExpert.com creator Martin Lewis has defended our guide to mental health and debt after the debt collectors' trade body accused it of feeding "prejudice".

Unscrupulous credit and debt firms risk having their licences taken away immediately under new powers to be granted to the Office of Fair Trading.

It may sound like weirdy-beardy nonsense, but many savers can more than double their interest using my savings fountain concept.

Families have seen their finances improve over the last year which has helped them boost their savings despite the recession, according to a report.

Vulnerable borrowers could be better protected against payday loan companies, after lenders agreed to improve their codes of practice under Government pressure.