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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.…
My friend is due to retire in April. She receives universal credit with a transitional element and new style esa. She has bought an annuity from when she opted out of serps. Her 1st payment is being paid on 1st March which is only a part payment, and her full payments are paid 1st April. Does she let universal credit know…
I recently got rear-ended by another car when stationary. Thankfully no-one was injured in either car. It was reported to the police who helped us get the cars out of the road. My car only has cosmetic damage but the other car is probably a write-off. After calling my insurers to start the claim process, the other driver's…
Hi all Just seeing if anyone has any experience/guidance to offer.. Recently needed to repair my car, and unexpected, Bumper offered credit. Initially about £ 1,700, then yesterday, shot up to £ 4,800. I know this is based on a soft search, but can anyone offer an comment about how this level of credit on a soft search…
Does anybody know whether the Barclays/HSBC switches count pensions in the earnings class, I am close to taking my private and state pension, and I love my job, so if I take these pensions and keep my job for another year the total will take me above the limit needed for the switches. So is it just wage or total coming in…
Is it still ignore parking charge demand letters in Scotland? I parked in a hospital car park with free parking not realising I needed to get a ticket from a machine at the entrance as I left the car park on foot without passing the ticket machine and have had a letter demanding £70
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