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Whether you're looking to buy furniture, clothing or software, it's worth tapping in to the MoneySaving wisdom of the MSE Forum community before parting with your cash. Let's explore those questions and the rest of the week's biggest talking points.…
Remember, remember, the fifth of November... Bonfire Night is here, with the next few days bringing fireworks, sparklers and the occasional slightly singed sausage. Are you paying to attend an organised display, celebrating at home, looking for something free to do, or giving the festivities a miss altogether? Vote in the…
Is it worth spending more up front to buy an appliance that's substantially cheaper to run? That's one of the talking points on the MSE Forum this week. Read on to explore that thread and more of the latest conversations in our MoneySaving community.…
Hello, I was looking for some advice. I have ended up with £20,000 worth of credit card debt across 5 credit cards. I can pay the repayments each month but I am not making a dent in paying them off. I was wondering if I would be better to get a loan to consolidate the monthly payments I am doing and pay them off in full,…
Hi all, I’m looking for some advice regarding multiple PCNs from Parking Control Management (PCM). I live in a residential property with an allocated parking space. My previous car was correctly registered with the parking management system, but when I changed to a new leased vehicle, I unfortunately forgot to register the…
Im wondering if anyone knows of anywhere the requirements for opening a savings account are listed. Ive just tried to open a savings account with Cahoot only to find they need a passport on the last page. I have very limited energy so wondering if there is a list anywhere so I dont waste more of my spoons on accounts I…
Morning all, I've just received an email from intrum out of the blue saying they are now in charge of my credit card debt and will be contacting me soon to arrange a payment plan I do know that the debt is mine but it is around 21-22 years old so I assumed was statue barred? Is there anything they can do about it? In the…
Morning all Am 51, work in the fruit and veg aisle for Tesco. My back is not taking the strain, and with xmas approaching its only gonna get worse. I am seriously considering my future. I pay 4% in the pension, matched by tesco. Been paying in 18yrs. Prior to that i had a pension with home office - for 10yrs. I am…
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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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