If you're thinking about
So, there's something you want to buy - a car, perhaps, or a computer? Or you're thinking of getting some home improvements done, or perhaps paying for private healthcare? Read on to make sure you get the best deal.
Before you buy
Under a hire purchase agreement the goods are owned by the finance company but the consumer has an option to buy the goods and become the legal owner when the final payment has been made. Until the final payment has been made you cannot sell the goods without the lender's permission.