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Different ways of borrowing money
Loans, overdrafts or buying on credit - a quick overview, including who each type of borrowing may be suitable for and links to further info
Buying on credit: options, pros and cons
Credit cards, store cards, HP, interest free credit and other deals - how they differ, the risks and how to shop around
Options if you've been refused a loan or credit
How lenders decide whether to give you credit, why you might be turned down and what you can do about it
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