November 2019

Can I have a private plate on my lease car?

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So, you’ve just ordered a brand new lease car and you’re eyeing the private plate on your current vehicle – or you’ve found one you’d really like. Is it possible for you to put the plate on the vehicle you’ve just ordered?

In this article we answer the question “Can I put a private plate on my lease vehicle”, what the process is and also how you can buy a new plate. We also talk about insuring your private plate so that if your car was stolen, lost or written off you’re aware of what happens next…

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Is it worth having a company car?

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Company cars have always been popular. They can be a great incentive to staff and prove a good way to attract the best candidates to work at your company.

But the changes occurring to tax benefits may have many questioning whether it’s still worth having a company car. In this article, we look at whether a company car is still worth it, and what the alternatives are.

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Can I get car finance with a guarantor

Can I get car finance with a Guarantor?

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If you’re having difficulty getting approved for car finance, then you might want to consider using a guarantor. But, what exactly is a guarantor? And, how do they help you get car finance? Using a guarantor is not a new concept nor is it uncommon for things such as mortgages. It is more uncommon to be used when it comes to car leasing. But, it can be advantageous and is definitely something you should consider. In this article, we look at what a guarantor is, and how they can help you get approved for car finance.

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I can't keep up my car repayments

What happens if I can’t make my car repayments?

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If you find yourself in the unenviable position of having lost your job then it’s possible you will find that you are no longer able to keep up the repayments on your lease vehicle. It can be incredibly stressful if you do find yourself in this situation and it’s easy for panic to take over. In this article we talk about some of the options that are open to you if you do find yourself in financial difficulty.

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Why is BCH cheaper than PCH?

Why is Business Contract Hire cheaper than Personal?

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Is Business Contract Hire cheaper than Personal Contract Hire? The question is a completely valid one, of course, because everyone wants to get the best deal they can. If you have the option of leasing a car through a business then you will definitely want to know if that is the cheaper option. In this article we will look at the main differences between Business and Personal Contract Hire, as well as the pros and cons of both options, so that you are well-informed before you make a decision.

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Can I hand my lease car back early?

Can I hand my lease car back early?

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You can hand your lease car back and terminate your lease contract at any time. However, as with any financial contract, there will be a penalty for doing so. The penalty for terminating your lease contract early will depend on a number of factors. Primarily it will depend on how long is left on the lease contract. In this article, we’ll take you through the process for each lease type and what financial penalties you could expect to pay.

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Is insurance provided when I get a lease car?

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So, you’ve decided that you’re going to get a lease car. Now you’re looking at the other outgoings you’ll need to consider, including insurance. We often get asked whether insurance is included in a lease contract, so here we hope we’ve given you all the answers you could possibly need, and maybe give you some information you haven’t thought about.

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Who is the registered keeper of a lease car

Who is the Registered Keeper of a lease car?

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Do you know who the Registered Keeper of your vehicle is? Chances are, if you have a lease car then this is a question you will need the answer to, especially if you’re looking to get a new parking permit, or are going through the process of sorting out your vehicle insurance.
Did you know that the Registered Keeper can differ, depending on what type of lease you have opted to use to get your new vehicle? In this article we set out to answer all the questions you might have about

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Car not on the DVLA database?

Why is my car not showing on the DVLA database?

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You’ve got your new car, and you want to check something on the DVLA. Maybe you want to check when your car tax is due, or you just want to have a look to make sure it’s on there. But, it’s not. You can’t find your car on the DVLA. There are a few reasons why this might be the case, In this article we talk more about what the reasons may be, and what you can do to change it.

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Who is responsible for registering a leased vehicle with the DVLA?

Who is responsible for registering a leased vehicle with the DVLA?

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Registering a leased vehicle with the DVLA is a legal requirement. The DVLA stands for Driver Vehicle Licencing Agency. The DVLA is a huge database containing information on every car in the UK. This includes vehicles that are no longer on the road. The information the DVLA keep includes the car specifications such as make, model and colour. Alongside the contact information of the registered owner and registered keeper of the car. We get asked a variety of questions about registering leased vehicles, but the most common is whether the responsibility of registering a leased vehicle lies with the lease company or the driver.

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How reliable is Volkswagen?

Is Volkswagen reliable? An impartial look at the German brand

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German engineering has long been associated with well-built and reliable cars. However, Volkswagen reliability is something that many people are in two minds about. So, how does the people’s car perform when it comes to reliability? We know that the cars are well-built and they have some of the most popular vehicles on the market today, but are they reliable? In the latest article in our updated reliability series we answer all the questions about many of the popular models that the well-known German brand produce.

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