APR MASTER SERIES
APR Explained: The Complete Guide Series
Six in-depth articles covering everything you need to know about the Annual Percentage Rate — from the basics to how your credit score determines the rate you are offered.
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Module 1 — Basics
What Is APR?
What APR stands for, why lenders use it, and the common myths that cost UK borrowers money.
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Module 2 — Interest
Understanding Interest
APR vs interest rate, Representative APR, fixed vs variable, and the different rates on a single card.
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Module 3 — Types
Types of APR
Introductory, promotional, standard, and penalty APRs — and typical rates for each UK product type.
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Module 4 — Calculations
How APR Is Calculated
The formula, which fees are included, how daily interest accrues, and the compound interest effect.
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Module 5 — Comparing
Comparing Products
How to use APR to compare loans and why the lowest APR is not always the cheapest option.
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Module 6 — Real Life
Real Life Impact
How your credit score determines your APR and the true cost of carrying high-interest debt.
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