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For two decades MoneySavers have been encouraging one another via the MSE Forum to put aside spare change in the year-long Sealed Pot Challenge. This week Forumites broke open those pots and counted the contents. Read on for more on that and the rest of the week's discussions.…
It's nearly time for trick-or-treaters, spooky decorations and lots of sweets - if you're into that sort of thing. Are you planning to spend on pumpkins, costumes and party bits, or prefer to let Halloween pass by without a fuss? Vote in the poll below then share your thoughts in the thread!
Cooking extra and saving the leftovers - or preparing multiple meals in advance - can be a great way to make your food budget go further, but is it part of your MoneySaving routine? Vote in the poll and share your thoughts in the thread.
I manage my 86 year old father's account with Nationwide. I have an LPA registered with them. Approximately 4 weeks ago when I logged into his Nationwide internet banking portal in order to pay a care invoice, I noticed that there were 13 direct debit transactions from the DVLA for unfamiliar vehicles - generally small…
Hi I am about to buy a used car from a main dealer. They are offering £500 dealer contribution & 2 year extended warranty if I take finance . I have the money but am considering taking HP finance to get the dealer contribution /warranty. My question is if I take finance & then cancel it within the 14 day cooling off period…
hello, just wondered if anyone knows how long decisions are taking regards pension credit. I phoned to see how my application made in August was doing and was told they have it (got email when submitted too saying I would know by 19 October) but it has not been looked at yet. She said they could not give any indication of…
Hello, I need some advice re the next steps please. We installed a large area with LVT with a 25yr guarantee (bought from a retailer, installed by the retailer recommended fitter, who was paid separately). We noticed blistering in about the fifth month but reported it to the retailer 6 months and 2 days after installation.…
Feel like I spend half my life fighting these parking charges!!! Background is that my mum had extended stay in hospital before passing away. As we were ferrying my dad to the hospital frequently, we registered both mine and my wife's car for free parking, as he has a 'blue badge' (he's 90, with very limited mobility).…
MSE has a new tool to help you work out if you're owed compensation for a delayed flight, and to help you draft your claim letter - and we'd like you to take it out for a test flight
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Halifax customers who use mobile and online banking services should move to the Lloyds Bank app before Sunday 1 November. That's because the Halifax app and online banking services will be axed from this date. Here's what you need to know.
The State Pension is likely to rise by 3.9% next April, taking the full new State Pension to over £13,000 a year. It means the State Pension now breaches the tax-free personal allowance for some.
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