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How do you organise your savings? This week Forumites have been discussing the merits of different approaches to saving for specific goals. Read on for more on that – and the rest of the week's MSE Forum highlights. Seen something on the Forum we should include in next week's highlights blog? Let us know in this thread.
What's been going on in the MSE Forum this past week? Let's explore some of the topics that have generated debate and MoneySaving insight. Seen something on the Forum we should include in next week's highlights blog? Let us know in this thread.
Whether it's films, TV, music, books or video games, we live in an age where we can stream or buy our favourite media digitally. For many of us it's certainly convenient - we can access content wherever we are with just a few taps or clicks...unless the wifi goes down, or the platform decides to remove something from their…
MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis has warned that updated plans to require providers to offer low or no standing charge tariffs could risk some households paying more. Read the full story: Martin Lewis: Standing charges update risks households paying more If you haven't already, join the forum to reply.
What is FLYLADY? Well, it's our version of the US flylady idea - but we work on the principle that housework is not fun, it's boring, can be time-consuming, is often thankless but, unfortunately, necessary. It's here on Old Style to provide the support we all need and to make the whole task easier and quicker. We also…
I have had problems with bill payments to outfox the market. I had solar panels fitted to my property in 2024. Whilst I would have expected not to need electricity from the grid from that point, I was told that I would realistically need maybe 15% usage from the grid, and mainly during winter due to shorter days. I…
Hey guys My friend is thinking of buying a new build perhaps 3 year old council flat under Right to Buy. It’s cheap but shes worried about future repair bills and service charges ( if their extortionate). For those who’ve done this or know the risks, is it actually worth buying, or is she just signing up for expensive…
Hello I ive read this huge thread regarding the raise in age from 55 to 57. It seems that some of you have locked in a SIPP with fidelity who it sounds like may have enact the protected age and allow you to obtain your pensions at 55 irrespective of the age rise. I missed the boat on a fidelity account back then. But i'm…
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