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This week Forumites have been giving thought to what happens when it's time to retire. MoneySavers have been talking about how it felt once they'd made their retirement date official, whilst another MSE Forum user is looking for tips on putting their affairs in order for a smooth transition.…
Out-of-date subscriptions, free trials that you forgot to cancel, unused gym memberships…these sorts of payments can be silently taking chunks out of your bank balance if you're not careful. Staying on top of them is a good way to keep your finances in check (and protect yourself from scams), but remembering to find the…
When one MoneySaver found their preferred white chocolate was no longer on the shelves, naturally they turned to the MSE Forum to find a cost-conscious tasty alternative. Read on for more on that and the rest of the week's top discussions. https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/team-blog/2026/07/forum-highlights-31-07-2026/…
Hi, Foolishly assumed my minimum payment was the interest plus a percentage of the balance which iis how previous cards had worked. I have been paying the card off but recently my balance has climbed so now having to pay the minimum for next few months. My interest rate is 40% so am trying to clear card and cancel ASAP. My…
Simple thread - (not sure if one has ever done before). After alot of deliberation and getting more and more increased knowledge of the law (due to a seperate legal matter i am pursing) - my question is simple. Is worth even going to the FOS at all - or better going stragiht to Small claims? Every review of FOS is…
I'm nearly 54 so looking at pension options etc for when I turn 55. I have an old pension mentioned above. My understanding is that this has a protected cash fund and that I may be able to take out more than 25% tax free and wondered if this is correct? There's also mention of GMP - which is think is something to do with…
I stayed an hour beyond the maximum number of hours allowed while visiting my daughter. I didn't notice the time. My bad! Should I pay the fine?
Im on the disability element benefit. Please provide me with an answer on this thread …………or a link to previously answered threads of the same topic! Can you also just tell me if this is a hogwash idea or a realistic worthwhile way to make money?
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This means a change for those with substantial savings across M&S Bank and HSBC UK and/or First Direct. Here's what the transfer means for your savings, credit cards and more.
The Government has confirmed it has increased the maximum amount of support available to those affected via a loan from £10,000 to £20,000, but only for exceptional cases.
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