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Loan sharks are unregulated moneylenders - if you use or spot one you can report them anonymously
Guidance for individuals investing in peer to peer loans, reporting interest and claiming losses from loans that default.
To offer credit to consumers you must be authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and join the Financial Services Register
Presents the findings and evidence from a review of the effectiveness of the illegal money lending national project that started in 2007.
Summarises the interim evaluation of the illegal money lending national project.
Interest-free loans from the government for some people on benefits: how to apply, check if you're eligible
Your and your company's responsibilities - repaying director's loans, interest, tax on loans, reporting to HM Revenue and Customs
The UK publishes information on its sovereign lending in line with the G20 Operational Guidelines for Sustainable Financing.
How to tax a beneficial loan arrangement for a director or employee.
The process to repay all or part of your Help to Buy: Equity Loan, using your own money or other private funds.
When you need permission to remortgage, how your lenders are involved, what documents you’ll need and how to apply.
Student finance - student loans or student grants for tuition fees and living costs, extra help, student loan repayments.
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