Bridging Loans increase by £3.5 billion

16th August 2016 Consumer Collections |

A data survey by the Association of Short Lenders (ASTL) has found that Bridging Loan applications have increased by 61% to £3.5 billion in the quarter ended 30 June 2016. The value of loans written increased by 6% quarter-on-quarter, while the total value of members’ loan books increased by 39% over Q1 this year. ASTL members wrote £2.85bn…

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E.on to refund overcharged customers

16th August 2016 Consumer Collections |

Energy Provider E.on will refund it’s customers after it spotted a flaw in the way some meters are being read.  Around 600 of its customers – both homes and businesses – are affected. Energy regulator Ofgem commented “Ofgem is aware that a very small number of gas customers are being incorrectly charged for their energy use and…

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