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We've had some unusual consumer rights queries on the MSE Forum this week: like the pair of trainers that turned out not to match one another, and what to do when you order a sofa and only half of it is delivered. Read on for more on these and the rest of the top talking points from our MoneySaving community.…
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:…
Hello- I'm still working and would like to find the best way to save monthly - I'm looking at £2000 a month for two years? I retire in Jan 2029 and want to try and get the best rate, easily (hopefully be able to pay by direct debit from my savings account directly each month) and with zero risk? All help greatly…
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I have just made an offical complaint to Thames Water and they have instantly dismissed it. If you do the sums the actual balance is £133.82. Although the invoice was raised on 13 Aug, the payment on 03 Aug was never made. Thames contacted me on 14 July to advise that there wasn't a payment scheme in place. When I spoke to…
My contract with PlusNet is nearly up and thinking of jumping to Vodafone. Broadband only, FTTP, live in a city suburb. Deal is approx £4 less per month over the 24 month contract. Anything I should consider?
Managers of active bond funds ask two basic questions: what is the risk of this company defaulting, and what does the yield tell us the market thinks is the risk of default? If the manager thinks the market overstates the risk, he is a buyer. This is essentially a mathematical exercise; I doubt fund managers sit down with…
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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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