September Update from Consumer Credit Solutions
by Andy Wallace, Managing Partner As we head into the final quarter, I thought it would be a good time to recap on 2014. It’s been an excellent year so far, and we’ve seen a genuine and discernible increase in consumer confidence with more people seemingly willing to commit to ‘big ticket’ purchases. We recently exceeded £10million […]
CCS to promote Finance for Solar PV at the Solar Energy UK Show
CCS to promote finance for solar PV at the Solar Energy UK Show (14-16 October @ NEC, Birmingham) Solar Energy UK is the UK’s number one exhibition for all solar industry professionals. This year promises to be bigger and better than ever, so we’re really pleased to one of over 200 exhibitors who will be […]
Blue Wave Spas make a splash on ITV
It’s official, Britain has gone mad for hot tubs. Across the country hot tubs are becoming an affordable, everyday garden feature – and ITV has created a new documentary that promises to lift the lid on the industry. Hot Tub Britain features Consumer Credit Solutions’ client Blue Wave Spas (t/a Hot Tub Superstore). The family-run […]
CCS’ David Grant takes on the Great North Run!
The world’s greatest half marathon, the Bupa Great North Run, takes place on Sunday 7th September, and CCS’s very own intrepid Business Development Manager David Grant will be one of over 120,000 runners taking part on the day. David is running in aid of The Cardiomyopathy Association, (CMA). Cardiomyopathy is a horrible disease affecting many […]
CCS supports Circus Starr & funds places for disadvantaged kids
Consumer Credit Solutions is really pleased to be able to support Circus Starr and fund 20 circus tickets for disadvantaged children. Circus Starr is a touring circus with professional artists from across the globe. It was founded in 1987 to help raise funds for local charities. Every year the organisation provides over £1.3 million worth […]
The Financial Ombudsman has moved
The Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) has moved offices and changed its contact details. It’s important that you update your documentation (e.g. complaints advice leaflets). You need to ensure your customers have access to the Financial Ombudsman’s contact information so they know how to escalate any concerns they may have regarding credit agreements. There is no […]
BDM Chris meets new ‘client’ Stewy the Snake
When Business Development Manager Chris Baldwin made a visit to RNR Solar there was an unexpected guest at the meeting. Stewy, the West African Python, who lives in Managing Director Les Jacobs’ office decided to join them on the board room table. Fortunately Stewy had already had lunch so Chris wasn’t on the menu! Said […]
Retailers report that implementing our new CCS ‘Choices of Funding’ process increases credit sales
Taking the lead from the FCA’s requirement that all customers are treated fairly, we’ve recently designed a new Choices of Funding process to help retailers ensure they are presenting all repayment options to customers equally and compliantly. The new process includes a ‘form’ which lists all the finance options (cash/self-funding, interest free, buy now-pay later […]
A Day in the life of General Manager Colin Macpherson
A Day in the life of General Manager Colin Macpherson I arrive at the office usually before 8.30 am and, first-things-first, I make a cup of coffee! Today, I have a meeting with one of our major clients – to start the planning for their application for authorisation by the Financial Conduct Authority – so […]
Understanding APRs (it’s not quite as complicated as you might think)
The following information is taken from http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/banking/interest-rates Understanding APRs You can’t avoid APRs. They should appear on every advert offering credit and customers have to be given APR figures whenever they discuss finance with sales representatives. APRs are designed to help make finance less confusing and more transparent – they help customers compare finance rates like-for-like […]