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The annual shopping spree we know as Black Friday and Cyber Monday is upon us. Our newly published CCPC research shows that younger consumers are more likely to trust Black Friday deals. More than half of those aged 15-24 say …
Buying your first home is exciting but it can also be daunting. To help you, we’ve narrowed it down to the three main things you need to consider. Save your deposit First time buyers need a deposit of at least …
With the cost of living remaining high, criminals are taking advantage by offering ways to make quick and easy money. Recent figures released by FraudSMART reported that over 2,600 money mule accounts were identified in the first half of this …
Renting a car can be a great way to get off the beaten track on a holiday. If you want to rent a car on your next break, and avoid any extra charges, see our top tips for renting a …
We recently released the results of our 2023 pensions research, which showed some concerning gaps in pension planning. 57% of us are planning to use cash savings to support our retirement and there is a real risk that people’s pensions …
Social media continues to transform the way people connect. A variety of social media platforms allow us to share information and ideas with each other openly. A downside however, is that scammers use these social channels to trick people into …
It’s nearly that time of year again when someone is sure to ask “are you going to the ploughing?” The 2023 National Ploughing Championships take place in the village of Ratheniska, County Laois. It runs for three days from Tuesday …
The summer sales are still in full swing with bargains aplenty! When snapping up that irresistible sales rack offer, you might well be wondering do your consumer rights change. It’s a common myth that buying in the sales means compromising …
The electric vehicle (EV) market is hitting top gear right now. Figures published by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) show that July was a record month for electric cars. 4,161 new EVs were registered last month alone, …
The college term is fast approaching and the scramble for student accommodation is once more underway. We now do more of our business online than ever before. This, combined with the accommodation crisis has created the perfect storm for a …
