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The beauty of the MSE Forum is that it's a place for real people to freely share their knowledge and experience with one another. Let's explore what MoneySavers have been chatting about this week. https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/team-blog/2026/07/forum-highlights-24-07-2026/ Seen something on the Forum we should include…
With the realisation that my contents insurance is due to renew tomorrow and I need to switch it to a more advantageous card, this week we're asking how you deal with big annual expenses such as insurance and seasonal festivities.
This week MoneySavers have been seeking and sharing tips for dealing with problems around the home and garden – as well as planning for long-distance summer travel. Let's explore some of this week's MSE Forum talking points. https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/team-blog/2026/07/forum-highlights-17-07-2026/ Seen something on…
Hi everyone, I'm looking for some objective, professional opinions from builders, plumbers, or surveyors regarding a bathroom installation that is just over a year old. Following a major leak one month ago, the fitter applied a temporary silicone seal to a loose overflow mechanism. We have stopped using the bath since then…
A Fresh Start – Building the Foundations First 🌱 Hello everyone 👋 I've decided to start a new diary and return to MFW with a slightly different approach this time. Rather than posting every little financial happening, I'm going to use this diary as a place for accountability, reflection and watching the numbers gradually…
Hi I have booked a hotel apartment for Sept - October this year in Australia . I book through Booking.com. Booking direct is so much cheaper. What are your thoughts about cancelling and rebooking directly with the hotel? The problem is - I can't book one direct with the hotel first, and then cancel my Booking.com, as there…
Samsung had a huge 20% cashback offer on TVs bought in May and June. I waited for 30 days, submitted my claims, had them validated by Samsung, but not paid. Today I finally got through on the phone and they confirmed that there are issues with the scheme and they are currently not paying out. They had no forecast as to…
I am posting this to ask whether my experience with Samsung raises wider consumer issues regarding the way manufacturers handle complaints involving connected "smart" products, and whether you feel I have any further avenues available to me. It's a long one so please bare with me. The issue concerns a Samsung induction hob…
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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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