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Banking & Borrowing
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A place to discuss all things credit card-related with other MoneySavers.
83.5K discussions
627.9K comments
Most recent: Halifax moving from Mastercard to Visa by miller
Today at 11:18AM
Sub-categories: Stoozing: free cash from credit cards -
Discuss all types of personal loan. Remember MSE's stance on loans: 'borrow as little as possible, repay as quickly as possible'.
38.6K discussions
314.9K comments
Most recent: Moved: Help after gambling by Brie
13 February at 6:15PM
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Discuss premium bonds, regular savings accounts, autosaving apps, shares and much more.
104.4K discussions
1.2M comments
Most recent: The Top Regular Savers Discussion Thread by surreysaver
Today at 3:51PM
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Discuss bank accounts, banking apps, budgeting hacks and how to organise your money.
57.1K discussions
625.8K comments
Most recent: Child & Co RBS Branch to close by EarthBoy
Today at 3:59PM
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Discuss everything to do with credit checks and credit reference agencies.
19K discussions
131K comments
Most recent: Address history discrepancy from 18+ years ago by x44
13 February at 7:38PM
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The place to discuss payment protection insurance (PPI) claims and claims relating to other types of insurance.
31.2K discussions
282.4K comments
Most recent: life insurance Reassure cancelled policy by dunstonh
15 January at 2:58PM
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Share your experiences of reclaiming fees from banks and credit card providers. -
Reduce Debt & Boost Income
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Mutual support and help for those on their journey to becoming debt-free.
125.6K discussions
4.1M comments
Most recent: An in-between phase by PennysIntoPounds
Today at 3:53PM
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To help people who are bankrupt rehabilitate their finances, without judgment.
51.4K discussions
489.3K comments
Most recent: Intrum by sourcrates
13 February at 7:00PM
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Share ways to boost your income and make some extra cash with other MoneySavers.
12.8K discussions
499K comments
Most recent: Quidco unable to login after update by flaneurs_lobster
Today at 2:29PM
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For questions about buying and selling in online auctions or at car boot sales and jumble sales, as well as postage stamps, postal services and parcel couriers.
64.3K discussions
620.5K comments
Most recent: eBay order cancelled and refused refund - I am upset. by savergrant
Today at 3:56PM
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Spending & Discounts
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Here you'll find discussions on shopping, groceries, discounts, freebies and more. -
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Spotted a bargain in your local area or town? Let other local MoneySavers know!20.6K discussions 161.8K comments Most recent: Switching from BG Spring Community Saver to Big Brit Gas Big Switch by WiserMiser 12 February at 2:35PM -
Spotted a top deal or voucher for a day trip or night out? Found a great pint at a great price? Let everyone know. And if your 'night out' is in fact a special MoneySaving night in with a takeaway in front of a film, we're keen to hear those tips too!
1.9K discussions
13.2K comments
Most recent: Money Moral Dilemma: Should I ask my unwell friend to contribute to our restaurant cancellation fee? by Keruge
2 February at 10:41AM
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Not sure what your consumer rights are? Discussions here cover faulty goods, refunds, reclaims, scams and more.
52.8K discussions
576.5K comments
Most recent: Car purchase - electrical problems by sheslookinhot
Today at 3:42PM
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A place to share your experiences as a consumer with other MoneySavers.
32.1K discussions
429.1K comments
Most recent: Moonpig & Red Letter Days, Awful by Guss
Today at 12:45PM
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Work, Benefits & Business
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For help with everything to do with pensions and retirement.
55K discussions
595.9K comments
Most recent: State Pension taxable by sheramber
Today at 4:02PM
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No-one likes to pay more tax than necessary; get help from other MoneySavers to cut your tax bill. -
Discuss employment rights, holiday pay and other work issues.
56.9K discussions
658.1K comments
Most recent: Deadline to renew an application for permission made first to the EAT by NCC1701-A
Today at 3:03PM
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For help with questions about voluntary and compulsory redundancy.
7.5K discussions
41.8K comments
Most recent: Help needed to understand my rights with TUPE/Redundancy and Pool by vacheron
5 February at 10:03AM
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Get help discovering which benefits you are entitled to - and how to claim them.
75.8K discussions
679.7K comments
Most recent: Cont based ESA help needed by Little_miss_dfw
Today at 3:13PM
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Running your own business? This is the place for MoneySaving questions for small traders. -
For posts that benefit registered charities with the aim to help support them where possible – including sponsorships, donations and more.
3.3K discussions
17.2K comments
Most recent: subscriptions for small non profit clubs by Savvy_Sue
21 January at 9:01PM
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Mortgages, Homes & Bills
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On your journey to becoming mortgage-free? Share your goals and support others looking to pay off their mortgage here. -
The place to discuss everything to do with getting a mortgage, remortgaging and more.
111.9K discussions
726.6K comments
Most recent: 17 months of mortgage left after fixed rate ends by born_again
Today at 3:26PM
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For all questions to do with buying, selling, renting and letting homes.
172K discussions
2.1M comments
Most recent: New "Have a Look at This" thread by whizzywoo
Today at 3:26PM
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The place to discuss your efforts to reclaim money you've overpaid - for example, getting your Council Tax band changed. Share your success stories too!
4.5K discussions
33.8K comments
Most recent: Council Tax Challenge re - different size properties = same Council tax band ?? by lincroft1710
Today at 2:42PM
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Got a question about home improvement, DIY or home appliances? This is the place to get help from other MoneySavers.
109.9K discussions
805.6K comments
Most recent: Help pl toilet blocked after number 1 by marcia_
Today at 3:48PM
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Discuss utility providers, tariffs, bills and energy-saving tips. Use the main board for electricity and gas, or explore the sub-boards for water bills, heat pumps and other fuels. -
Discuss landline phone services and TV subscription packages.
116.9K discussions
980.3K comments
Most recent: Quick question re: GiffGaff or similar PAYG by Ms_Chocaholic
Today at 3:51PM
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Life & Family
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This is the place to ask any MoneySaving questions you have about insurance and/or life assurance.
57.5K discussions
339.3K comments
Most recent: Prudential Life Policy Written In Trust by poseidon1
14 February at 10:37PM
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Get help with child support or child maintenance arrangements.
7.6K discussions
82.9K comments
Most recent: From the paying parent, is interest from ISAs included ? by flaneurs_lobster
12 February at 6:50PM
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Get help with MoneySaving questions relating to living with a disability. -
Discuss the MoneySaving implications of relationships and family life. -
Discover and share MoneySaving ideas for presents and decorations for all kinds of festivals and special occasions.
30.9K discussions
615.7K comments
Most recent: Santa Baby - it's the 2026 Christmas Chatter Thread!! by Spendless
Today at 5:21AM
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Travel & Transport
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Get help with questions about international travel including package holidays.
97.1K discussions
897.3K comments
Most recent: Paying for travel vaccines by SiliconChip
Today at 2:57PM
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Want to find a MoneySaving way to enjoy a trip to a theme park or a short break in the UK?
21.4K discussions
148.8K comments
Most recent: Money Moral Dilemma: Do I keep paying extra for trains and hotels to see my friend who won't commit? by Free2feelgud
14 February at 11:22AM
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Got a question about finding the best value way to travel in the UK? This board covers buses, coaches, trains, ferries, cycling and more. -
Cut your car costs: this is the place to discuss motoring MoneySaving.
138.2K discussions
2.1M comments
Most recent: DCB Legal - Claim Form - UKPC 2-bay parking at Beckton, E6 by jrc123
Today at 3:51PM
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Hobbies & Leisure
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Share and find new competitions you’d like to enter to win here.1.3M discussions 3.1M comments Most recent: E: 22/02 Win £75 Jewellery Voucher by NipTuck Today at 3:57PM -
Some classic, simple ways to save money: thrifting, spending challenges, charity shopping, meal planning and more.
47.9K discussions
2.3M comments
Most recent: O/S Daily Sunday February 15 2026 by IzzyBee
Today at 3:58PM
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Gardening help, plant identification tips, and practical MoneySaving insight for your garden, allotment, or indoor plants
21.2K discussions
260.2K comments
Most recent: Awful weather - typical Brits talk by twopenny
Today at 12:08PM
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Discuss knitting, crocheting, card-making, modelling and all types of crafts - with a MoneySaving twist.
789 discussions
44.3K comments
Most recent: Cross Stitch and Craft Cafe 2026 - come on in and join us!! by nmm
13 February at 2:58PM
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Got a question about computers, tablets, software or other tech matters? Find help here.
136.2K discussions
1.1M comments
Most recent: Eufy340 doorbell is it compatible with my wi-fi? by SiliconChip
Today at 3:06PM
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Requests to take part in academic/research surveys or studies. Not for discussing paid survey sites or earning from surveys.
203 discussions
563 comments
Most recent: UK sole traders: what admin task steals the most time each week? by ProcessMatters
2 February at 4:48AM
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Discuss & Feedback
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79 discussions
532 comments
Most recent: MSE Forum Poll: Does a clothing shop having a changing room make you more likely to visit? by CafeLatte78
Today at 11:59AM
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Want to raise awareness of a MoneySaving campaign? You can share experiences and encourage change via discussions here.
411 discussions
3.1K comments
Most recent: Currys retailer, bought goods online, no receipt issued by Theordinaryman72
5 February at 1:32PM
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A dedicated place to discuss the weekly polls you see on the MoneySavingExpert.com homepage.
1.6K discussions
59.7K comments
Most recent: MSE Poll: How do you rate your bank's service by MSE_Gavin
10 February at 4:18PM
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A place to discuss any Martin Lewis media appearances or MoneySavingExpert content you've seen in the news.
2.2K discussions
36K comments
Most recent: Martin Lewis' money and mental health charity given rare 'super-complaint' powers by MSE_Helen_K
12 February at 5:26PM
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Get mutual support from other MoneySavers by keeping a log of your savings journey.
1.4K discussions
72.4K comments
Most recent: Escape to the country & living off savings by Tresinia511
14 February at 10:29PM
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Ask an Expert is a time‑limited community Q&A where we invite a specialist - such as an energy, mortgage or consumer‑rights expert - to answer questions from MoneySavingExpert Forum members
1 discussion
5 comments
Most recent: Ask an Expert - Previous Events by MSE_Stephen
24 October 2025 at 11:55AM
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