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As consumers it's tempting to vent online when things don't go quite right, but on the MSE Forum we also love to hear success stories – whether it's cutting your broadband bill or claiming compensation for a delayed flight. Read on for our pick of this week's MoneySaving topics.…
Whether you're buying some new clothes, a snazzy gadget or just picking up a pint of milk, there's a good chance you'll be asked one familiar question at the till: "Would you like your receipt?" Some people still prefer a paper receipt they can tuck into a wallet or folder, while others are happy with a digital version…
This week MoneySavers have been seeking and sharing wisdom about improvements to every room and space in the home and garden, from the bedroom to the kitchen and the lawn to the patio. Read on for more of the week's MSE Forum talking points. https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/team-blog/2026/09/forum-highlights-04-09-2026/…
Hi all, I recently applied for a rented property and was told during referencing that I'd failed due to a CCJ I had no knowledge of. Checking my Experian report, I found a County Court Judgment registered against me on 27 July 2026, but at my old address, I only discovered it on 4 September. I called the County Court…
I'm looking for some advice. How can I progress this quicker? It is making me depressed and causing upset between me and my husband. We picked a car up from a dealership a couple of weeks ago and when we got it home we noticed it had oil leaking out from underneath the car. We travelled over 200 miles to pick it up. When…
Does anyone who is on social tariff having the same observations as me? Social tariffs have been advertised as a possibility to reduce your bills by 60% (for the first year). And yet, since I am on Assure Essential Saver by SSW, the water bill, by my calculations, has gone down by only 15%. Most importantly, I was…
Hi, I have just received a claim form from the county court & just wanted some advice on how to respond regarding my defence. I originally said there was insufficient signage etc but have now been told by the driver of the car that they entered the reg number at the till in the supermarket cafe to get an extra hour free.…
Hi all. Im an existing Octopus customer, has SMETS2 meters installed in May 2026, solar and battery early June and eventually, paid under Octopus Outgoing from end of June. To maximise saving, I also signed up to Charge Pack. Recently decided with falling sunlight that I needed to change Octopus tariffs to one with import…
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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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