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The humble cassette has been making a bit of a comeback over the last year. Even the likes of Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande have released tracks on tape. Whether it's due to nostalgia, novelty or perceived differences in audio quality, there's still a demand for physical media despite the convenience of streaming. How do…
Where you'll stay and what you'll do are key parts of booking a getaway, but figuring out what to do about dining can be a huge factor. Are you big on hotel buffets? Do you explore the local eateries? Prefer to prep your own meals? Vote in the poll and share your thoughts in the thread.
The final week of May is bringing a bank holiday, a half term school break and soaring temperatures, meaning the air will be filled with the smell of sunscreen and the sound of ice cream vans. When the mercury shoots up, what's your primary go-to for dealing with the heat? Vote in the poll then share your thoughts in the…
high debt in a DMP £45k , also have about £15k in other debt not added to DMP , any advise as to how to get extra income , I work full time , and sell what i can when i can
Every month for over 7 years my Dad has given me a gift of £200-£300 month in return for the help I provide. If you look at his bank account you can clearly see the balance increases from one month to the next, so he is still saving money and these gifts do not effect his standard of living. Is this something I need to…
Hello everyone, I would appreciate some advice on what kind of defence I might have against a claim made by UKCPS back in November of 2023. I ignored the letters from debt collection agencies and all the usual nonsense until this week when I got a letter stating that it is going to Northampton. I understand the time frames…
I am considering drawing lump sums from one of my private pensions Finding the best way to do this is quite daunting. I am told a fee will be due if I choose to go down this route. I am 63 years old and currently not working after being made redundant last year. I have been unable to find more work, unfortunately. But as I…
Hi all, finally facing the music of £38k debt, having min payments of £950 a month before all house bills and only having £30 left over a month. The cycle of using my credit cards, then them going over limit is crippling me. Can’t get any 0% interest cards. I’ve filled out Stepchanges form yesterday online, what’s the next…
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This means a change for those with substantial savings across M&S Bank and HSBC UK and/or First Direct. Here's what the transfer means for your savings, credit cards and more.
The Government has confirmed it has increased the maximum amount of support available to those affected via a loan from £10,000 to £20,000, but only for exceptional cases.
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