Traditionally, most of us prefer to do business with someone we know and trust - a preference they claim has made Ipswich Building Society popular with so many modern Suffolk people. [Ipswich Building Society]

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]

A high savings rate. Start saving with as little as £1, with no catches, no fees and no penalties. ING Direct is part of one of the world's largest financial services organisations. They offer a simple, straightforward savings account with a high rate of interest. You can open a high interest savings account with as little as £1 over the internet, the telephone or by post. [ING Direct]

Open an account with us and take care of all your everyday banking tasks over the internet. There is no easier way to bank. [Co-operative Bank]

They aim to be an outstanding provider of mortgages and other financial products, offering their customers excellent service and good value. They are one of the UK's most cost-efficient lenders and have the added strength of being part of the Lloyds TSB Group. [Cheltenham and Gloucester]

A strong mutual organisation providing a wide range of financial services including mortgages and investments. [Chelsea Building Society]

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

Offer a comprehensive range of financial services including personal banking, credit cards, insurance, loans, savings, mortgages, investments, ISAs and offshore saving. [Halifax]

As a major UK financial services group, the Alliance & Leicester is dedicated to the provision of financial products that give genuine value for money. [Alliance and Leicester]

TML specialise in remortgages for people looking to unlock cash tied up in their home but who have current or previous credit issues [TML]