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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Out-of-date subscriptions, free trials that you forgot to cancel, unused gym memberships…these sorts of payments can be silently taking chunks out of your bank balance if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/…
I have been helping in-laws sort out paperwork and bank stuff recently (PoA are in place but not enacted upon yet, we're not quite there yet). They used to have passbook savings accounts but these got replaced with cash cards and statements, but they don't use cash cards, paperwork get bagged up and stashed (not really…
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Installed on 13 July 2026 after being with Octopus since January 2026. Readings prior to smart meter +/- 2 kWh/day since mid April. Since installation usage +/- 20 kWh/day with lows of 15 kWh/day and highs of 28 kWh/day. I have solar panels since 2011 and a 6kW battery since January 2026. Last Wednesday Octopus engineer…
Hi everyone, I am looking for some guidance on an online appeal to Smart Parking for a PCN I received today as the Registered Keeper. Key Dates & Details: Date of Event: 20/07/2026 Location: Belgrave Road Car Park - Margate - CT1 1XG Alleged Contravention: Paid for insufficient time (ANPR) Date of Issue on Notice:…
I am looking for NHS dentist in and around Ipswich area! I am 36 autistic male I currently go to private mydentist EveryTime I go the dentist always berates me about how I am flossing my teeth keeps telling me what to do and what I shouldn’t eat or drink! How to brush my teeth etc Always bugging me to have professional…
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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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