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It's nearly time for trick-or-treaters, spooky decorations and lots of sweets - if you're into that sort of thing. Are you planning to spend on pumpkins, costumes and party bits, or prefer to let Halloween pass by without a fuss? Vote in the poll below then share your thoughts in the thread!
Cooking extra and saving the leftovers - or preparing multiple meals in advance - can be a great way to make your food budget go further, but is it part of your MoneySaving routine? Vote in the poll and share your thoughts in the thread.
Making sure your motor is in tip top condition can prevent costly repairs down the line, but getting a service or MOT without breaking the bank can be a MoneySaving muddle of its own. Which method do you use to get a good price on a health check for your vehicle? Vote in the poll then share your thoughts in the thread.
My wife has a classic civil service pension payable from 60 she worked 15 years leaving in 2012 and is now 55 and working outside the civil service. I know there may be tax implications but can she carry on working post 60 and claim and receive her civil service pension?
My deal with Virgin Money ends at the end of March 2027. How are the remortgage rates looking for Virgin?…I can't seem to view any online and as I am more then 4 months away can't do anything yet. I did read there are no charges for switch to a new product with them, just wondering how competative it would be comapred to…
A friend of mine changed energy supplier recently, and on requests sent the same final meter readings to both old and new suppliers on the last day of the month (the swithing began at the first day of the following month). However, bizarrely the new supplier inflated the submitted reading by almost 80KWH and passed the…
Hello all, as per thread title, I am looking for a builder to do some relatively minor work on an old farmhouse (built in early 1800) in Leamington Spa area in Warwickshire. The house has been well looked after and has a lot of original features preserve so I am after someone who respects old houses. I was thinking about…
MSE has a new tool to help you work out if you're owed compensation for a delayed flight, and to help you draft your claim letter - and we'd like you to take it out for a test flight
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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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