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Whether you're looking to buy furniture, clothing or software, it's worth tapping in to the MoneySaving wisdom of the MSE Forum community before parting with your cash. Let's explore those questions and the rest of the week's biggest talking points.…
Remember, remember, the fifth of November... Bonfire Night is here, with the next few days bringing fireworks, sparklers and the occasional slightly singed sausage. Are you paying to attend an organised display, celebrating at home, looking for something free to do, or giving the festivities a miss altogether? Vote in the…
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I'm planning a trip to the USA in October 2027 with my elderly mother, 75. It will likely be her final big trip to the US/overseas (we have visited many times over many years to different spots). She had a heart attack in 2024, stents fitted, and is on associated medication for that including blood thinners. This year she…
Hi all, looking for some information on child tax credits and if debt related to overpayments are enforceable indefinitely or if like other debts they become prescribed/statute barred. For context, I had a joint claim 7 years ago with my ex wife and we were seemingly over paid by about 5k. Because Th e tax credits were…
Title: Phoenix Life – Dad's old pension, 45% tax deduction and confused about being an executor or beneficiary. Can anyone help? My dad died in July this year, aged 79. He had been resident in Spain for approximately 20 years, and my brother and I are currently dealing with his Spanish estate, including the sale of his…
Hi guys. My son will be home from abroad with us for a few days at Christmas and needs the use of our car for himself and family. Where do I go for this situation? Anywhere I can compare quotes?
I have to set up a new Child Trust Fund but the high street banks seem to have stopped providing them. Are there any institutions that provide these
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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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