Devon Trading Standards are warning that this is a time of year when it's particularly easy to fall victim to so-called 'payday loan' companies.
Many people panic after overspending at Christmas.. and turn to what looks like a quick and easy source of cash.
But these companies often charge high interest if the loan isn't repaid immediately - making the financial situation even worse.
Man dead due to 'bad batch' of herion
A major incident was declared in North Devon
Teen pregnancies falling in Devon
Number has been broadly trending down since 2015
Dental van on way to Devon to help tackle treatment crisis
It will help tackle treatment crisis in hard-to-reach communities.
Misconduct inquiry into suspended chief constable suspended
Frustration at pace of investigation
Good time for dolphins in Torbay
VIDEO: Happy pods spotted
