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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Out-of-date subscriptions, free trials that you forgot to cancel, unused gym memberships…these sorts of payments can be silently taking chunks out of your bank balance if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/…
In March 2026 I paid for a 9 month student Gym Group membership. This gives me access to my university gym (in this case in Southampton) and a local gym. Recentlty, I went to add a second gym , one of the local branches. Only to find an app message saying I can't add another gym right now because of an apparent software…
They are asking me to consider a fixed tariff. My current monthly has just gone from £63 to £75 (I've added an extra freezer in the garage and that could account for some of that, plus the hotter weather for 3 freezers and a fridge!). Should I go over to an OVO fixed or what. I'm a bit of a stuck in the mud really.
Is there any family forums that don't show on google as I'm trying to get some advice for my 18 year old daughter because a family is taking over her life.
Hi I am a newbie to entering competitions. Apologies if this question has been asked before. I have been ticking the boxes to sign up for marketing emails when I enter a competition ( I have a separate email for my competition eateries). As you can imagine I have been inundated with emails. If you don’t sign up to these…
Hi We are looking to replace a sink in our new-build (well - was new in 2019!) - which i mention in case it is relevant to the standard size of sinks installed in "new builds". The sink and recess appears to be of abnormal size because i haven't been able to find anything suitable! Existing Recess = circa 93cm length, 48cm…
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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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