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Signing up to a supermarket loyalty programme feels like a MoneySaving no-brainer, but not all schemes are created equal. While some are fairly generous when it comes to handing out points and bonuses, others are a bit stingy with the rewards or offer benefits that might not be worth bothering with. Which one gets your…
Virgin Media is shutting down its email service for addresses ending: @virginmedia.com @virgin.net @ntlworld.com @blueyonder.co.uk. If you’re affected, Virgin Media will contact you about your options for keeping or replacing it. What’s changing with Virgin Media’s email service:…
MoneySavers have been discussing how they keep track of their day to day spending. A recurring theme is how easy it is for takeaway coffees to make a serious dent in your budget. Maybe it's time for you to cut the cost of those cuppas too? Read on for more of the week's MSE Forum talking points.…
Has anyone managed to successfully amend a standing order with Santander recently? Every time I have tried recently, I get an error message. Santander have also updated how they display the list of standing orders and removed the very helpful "mandate number" reference from the list..
The wording on Santander website states: "Offer only available if you didn’t hold a Santander current account on 1 January 2026, or if you haven’t previously received a Santander switcher incentive." Therefore am I correct in thinking only one of those things has to be true? I have received a switch bonus but I haven't…
I need to pay over £10000 on a retirement holiday but the company do not accept Amex. I only have a debit card. I am worried about protection should something go wrong. What is the best way to make payment?
This is a topic that has been discussed a few times on this forum, and there is currently a thread on rightsnet that some may be interested in following: https://www.rightsnet.org.uk/forums/viewthread/22070/ The relevant guidance is in ADM H1050 which states income becomes capital if it has not been spent by the end of the…
If your beauty and toiletries are taking over your life, then this is the thread to help you work through the stash and motivate you to not buy anymore (hopefully!) Welcome all newbies and regulars to this very friendly and chatty thread where we give lots of lovely tips on how to use up your stash and lots of support and…
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Halifax customers who use mobile and online banking services should move to the Lloyds Bank app before Sunday 1 November. That's because the Halifax app and online banking services will be axed from this date. Here's what you need to know.
The State Pension is likely to rise by 3.9% next April, taking the full new State Pension to over £13,000 a year. It means the State Pension now breaches the tax-free personal allowance for some.
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