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A good breakfast sets the tone for the day ahead so when you pop some bread in the toaster, you want it to come out just right. One MoneySaver is on a quest to find the ultimate toaster that doesn't produce a disappointingly uneven result. Read on for more about that and a selection from the rest of this week's MSE Forum…
Lots of online retailers offer free delivery if you spend over a certain amount, and there are invariably times when your basket is a little shy of qualifying. What tends to be your response? Is the prospect of free delivery enough of a carrot to get you to buy more stuff? Vote in the poll then share your thoughts in the…
September is often a time for new starts and this week Forumites have been preparing for the next phase of educational and professional life, discussing name tapes for school uniforms, options for commuting to work and generally getting a better handle on personal finances. Read on for more about all that and the rest of…
Hello, I’m hoping to get some insight from a mortgage broker regarding my current credit situation and my chances of getting a mortgage. I currently have 2 defaults (registered less than a year ago, totaling £15k) and 5 other debts (totaling £17k) that are currently on a payment plan/DMP. My plan is to offer a full and…
Hi Everyone, hope I've put this on the right Board? We are having a declutter and looking to get rid of a lot of old jewellery. We see that we buy vintage are in our area tomorrow - does anyone have any experience of using them and would you recommend them? If not, any other suggestions on the best way to get rid of…
Hello I have followed lots of threads in this forum and compiled thorough notes. I am now seeking advice to help to review the response to LBC. LBC from Select Parking Ltd Agent: Credit Investigating Services Facts: Got PCN of GBP 170 I only took U-turn without actually parking my car or used any parking bays Ignored all…
If you're on Sky full fibre could you please post up Your connection that you're paying for (I'm on 900mb. Was previously 300mb with BT), my address allegedly supports 10000mb Could you please run an Ookla speedtest & say what result you get When you ran the test was there a lot of activity (as in did you have 3 kids all…
Does anyone have any experiences (good or bad) with making a claim on an "Excess Reimbursement Insurance (ERI) policy" for car hire? We had a poor experience several years ago. But I am wondering whether we were just unlucky? (Our hire car was damaged by another driver reversing into our door while parking. The damage to…
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