Verity Hogan

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Verity Hogan is a personal finance expert and journalist with over 13 years’ experience. The former Head of Content and Communications at CarFinance 247, Verity has freelanced for a wide range of brands including Cazoo, Ocean Finance, Aegon UK, and Western Union. She is passionate about demystifying the car finance process through engaging content that is honest, empathetic, informative, and jargon free.

Verity Hogan

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Can I Get Car Finance if I've Just Moved to the UK?

Can I get car finance if I've just moved to the UK?

Whether you’ve decided to make a permanent move to the UK, are planning to spend a few years living and working here, or are returning home after...

Should I Buy a Category S Car?

Should I buy a Category S car?

If you’re looking to save money, it might be worth taking a chance on a Category S car. Buying a write-off can be budget-friendly, but it’s also a...

Does a Very Account Improve My Credit Score?

Will Very Pay affect my credit score?

If you’re browsing Very with a specific item in mind or simply hoping to indulge in a little retail therapy, the prospect of Very Pay can make it...

Paying Off Car Finance Early: Avoiding Penalties

Can I Pay Off My Car Finance Early?

Your finance agreement is signed, you’ve started making payments, and you’re behind the wheel of your dream car – what more could you want, right? ...

Should I Buy a Category N Car?

Should I buy a Category N car?

Do you love taking chances? Everyone has a different risk threshold, especially when it comes to making a large purchase. Exactly how comfortable you...

Do Direct Debits Improve My Credit Score?

Will Direct Debits improve my credit score?

If you’ve got a mobile phone contract, a monthly subscription (ahem or several. Think Netflix, Disney, or that Apple charge you keep forgetting to...

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What is negative equity car finance?

Anything with the word ‘negative’ in its name is understandably likely to ring alarm bells, but if you’re one of the many people who find themselves...

How long does information stay on your credit report?

What does your credit report say about you? This ever-evolving bank of information gives lenders a unique insight into how you manage your money....

What does ‘approved in principle’ mean?

There’s nothing quite like getting that notification and seeing the word ‘approved’ after submitting a car finance application. But before you start...

Can I buy a car on a credit card?

Weekly food shop, cinema trip, flights to somewhere sunny – almost every purchase you make can be paid on credit card. But what about high ticket...

What does being pre-approved for car finance mean?

When you’re first setting out on your car finance journey, getting pre-approved is often the first milestone you’ll hit. Being pre-approved offers...

Will Very Pay affect my credit score?

If you’re browsing Very with a specific item in mind or simply hoping to indulge in a little retail therapy, the prospect of Very Pay can make it...

Are all car finance interest rates fixed?

Interest is the price you’ll pay when borrowing money to buy a new or used car.

Does Klarna improve my credit score?

If you’re looking to treat yourself to some retail therapy or need to make an emergency purchase but you don’t have the cash available in your...

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