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Whether it's buying a new item, picking up a secondhand bargain or repairing something you already own, the MSE Forum has MoneySaving wisdom for you. Here's our roundup of some of this week's top topics. https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/team-blog/2026/02/forum-highlights-20-02-2026/ Seen something on the Forum we should…
When something inevitably gets damaged or stops working, some of us might be knowledgeable (or brave) enough to sort it ourselves while others might prefer to get a pro to do the job. But if we're being honest, a few of us will likely leave it for as long as possible before doing anything. What's your first reaction when…
Cleaning, tidying and home improvements have been among this week's big themes on the MSE Forum: from choosing a vacuum cleaner to what to do all those allen keys that come with flatpack furniture. Read on for more of the latest MoneySaving discussions.…
Hi, would appreciate some help if poss please re: any fixed cash isa providers that still allow funds to be added during duration of the fixed term. Thanks in advance. (My understanding is Shawbrook allowed this - but looking on their website recently am not sure if their current fixed cash isa issues do or if it is now…
Hi all. Our bathroom light has stopped working and when I unscrewed the cover, I found this instead of a bulb as I was expecting. Can anyone tell me if there's a way of knowing whether I need to replace just the LED round plate or just the LED driver thing that's attached to it? Or do I just need to replace the whole…
I received a surprise email from my energy provider today, Octopus Energy: "… As part of the Warm Home Discount Industry Initiative Scheme 2025/26, we’re providing you with £150.00 of additional support towards your energy account. …" The £150 had already been paid into my account yesterday. This is a lovely surprise, is…
Hi all, apologies in advance for long post/explanation! Hoping for some feedback and advice about my personal pension pots and whether it would be a good idea to draw down as much as possible over the next couple of years. This area is not something that I’ve paid much attention to up to now, because I also have several…
Can anyone recommend a mortgage product for a 100% ltv using mother in laws mortgage free property as security please?
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