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Whether you're deciding where to live, taking up a new hobby or planning a getaway, the MSE Forum has plenty of wisdom for making the most of your cash. Let's take a look at some of the week's biggest talking points. https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/team-blog/2026/06/forum-highlights-19-06-2026/ Seen something on the…
England and Scotland's 2026 World Cup campaigns are off to a flying start with both teams securing wins in their first games. But this year's competition has garnered controversy over exorbitant ticket costs, leaving many fans priced out. How regularly do you attend professional sporting events as a paying spectator? Vote…
If your stomach can stand it, a detour on the dodgems or spin on a rollercoaster can be part of a thrilling day out regardless of age. But do the theme parks in the UK give you enough bang for your buck, or do you feel short changed by short rides, long queues, rubbish food and awful accessibility? Vote in the thread and…
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks… Our adult daughter has a learning disability, so I help manage her bank account and benefits (with her agreement). Over time, her balance has built up. We've also raised her son, who she was not able to cope with. He's now 17 and wants nothing to do with her. We're living on…
As promised in last year's Budget, a consultation has been launched to discuss a new product for first time buyers, to replace the Lifetime ISA. Initial impressions are that it's broadly similar to the Help To Buy ISA, in terms of the bonus being added at property purchase time, and therefore no withdrawal penalties before…
My Mum passed away in July 2025 and as it is now almost sorted legally and financially, I would like some independent advice. My sister and myself are joint executors and beneficiaries of my mum's Estate and I had a wonderful plan to keep the house and to renovate and to rent it out. It was my childhood home and the…
Is anyone familiar with this, or similar offers? capital protection account I received this marketing email from etoro which piqued my interest. It claims that if you remain invested for 2.5 years you're guaranteed to get out at least what you put in, but possibly more. The investments are 50% in equities like S&P 500,…
Tax update 2026: simplification, modernisation and fairness summary - GOV.UK ISA Reform The government is confirming the anticircumvention rules to support reforms to ISAs announced at Budget 2025 as part of the government’s wider strategy to develop a retail investment culture. To prevent circumvention of the lower…
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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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