The Financial Services Authority are using a website and offline advertising to spearhead a campaign to help consumers keep a better grip on their money in the current economic climate.The "Moneymadeclear" campaign has been backed by the government to the tune of £2m as they try to fund consumer help initiatives.
Tools available on the website, www.moneymadeclear.fsa.gov.uk, include a comparison table on various financial products, hints and tips to budget your money effectively and help with life events such as buying a house or starting a family and advice on saving for retirement.
You can also request a number of FREE printed guides through their online order form. Other useful tools include:
Debt Test - find out if you have potential problems with your borrowing.
Budget Calculator - discover if you have enough money to cover your spending
Loan Calculator - work out how much repayments would be on a range of loans
Pension Calculator - how much will you get when you retire?
If you're not sure where to start on the website simply visit the FINANCIAL HEALTH CHECK section to get started.
During this uncertain economic climate it's important to look after your money and ensure you don't fall into too much debt. If you prefer to use the phone to get help you can ring the FSA consumer helpline on 0845 606 1234.
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