Smile has been designed and built for the Internet and is part of The Co-operative Bank p.l.c. - one of the most innovative of the UK's high street banks. It was also the first UK bank to introduce a free banking service for all accounts on the Internet. [Smile]

HSBC aim to cater for all of your personal, business and commercial finance needs by offering a comprehensive range of competitive banking, insurance, loan and investment products. Known as 'the world's local bank', with 41 million personal banking customers and 2.5 million business users across the globe it's easy to see why. [HSBC]

Wonga is an online lender based in London. They're backed by major investors including Balderton Capital, Greylock Partners, Accel Partners and Dawn Capital and their mission is to provide consumers with instant money whenever they need it. They have a consumer credit licence from the Office of Fair Trading and are members of the Finance and Leasing Association. [Wonga]

Enjoy the convenience of billing at your finger tips with their online energy and phone bill management facilities. Also complete their energy efficiency audit to see how you can save money on bills and help save the environment. [British Gas]

Secured Loans for those who wish to consolidate their existing debts into one easy low cost Homeowner Loan repayment. [Polar Loans]

The biggest building society based in the north east, offering a range of mortgages, investments and other financial services. [Newcastle Building Society]

Refused car credit? You\\\'re welcome. Complete a simple online application and receive a decision within an hour. Drive away a great deal, with a £1000 minimum part exchange and £250 cashback, when you buy your car. [Welcome Car Finance]

Britannia can help you buy, manage, secure and improve your home today and in years to come. They also offer a range of products as you would expect from a building society, including loans, savings accounts and insurance. [Britannia Building Society]

Secured loans for all purposes [Central Capital]

Loans for homeowners only. You can borrow £3,000 - £100,000 - all circumstances considered. Apply online now for competitive rates and fast service. [Ocean Finance]