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As consumers it's tempting to vent online when things don't go quite right, but on the MSE Forum we also love to hear success stories – whether it's cutting your broadband bill or claiming compensation for a delayed flight. Read on for our pick of this week's MoneySaving topics.…
Whether you're buying some new clothes, a snazzy gadget or just picking up a pint of milk, there's a good chance you'll be asked one familiar question at the till: "Would you like your receipt?" Some people still prefer a paper receipt they can tuck into a wallet or folder, while others are happy with a digital version…
This week MoneySavers have been seeking and sharing wisdom about improvements to every room and space in the home and garden, from the bedroom to the kitchen and the lawn to the patio. Read on for more of the week's MSE Forum talking points. https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/team-blog/2026/09/forum-highlights-04-09-2026/…
Wife only has a Full state pension. I work and had some of my wifes threshold added to my tax allowance. She has just had a tax bill for £130.60 which I've paid. I've paid this as she has a lower allowance because of the afore mentioned transfer. With the upcoming increase of State Pension, on the MLShow 15/09/26 it was…
My partner is on a zero-hours contract through an agency but has consistently worked around 50 hours a week for the past 18 months. She’s currently been stood down while a safeguarding investigation is ongoing and has been told she won’t be paid because they only pay for hours worked. She already had around 11 shifts…
A few things I’ve learned about Fuse Energy since instigating a switch to them yesterday. You can defer the start date of the contract by 28 days during the opening process. I decided against it, as it wasn’t clear whether you would get the tariff at the time of signing up, or one that was in force at the deferred switch…
A friend is selling a house that is of non-standard construction. The buyers' mortgage valuation has come through significantly lower than the offer they made. Their deposit is 10%. My friend has been told that if the buyer's had a bigger deposit - say 15 or 20% - a mortgage company might be less reluctant to lend, so…
MSE have posted an article - or rather maybe an update - on suppliers future cap predictions - caution the crystal ball warnings are important given current volatility - if not already linked elsewhere by one of the team https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/utilities/energy-price-cap-prediction/ No BGas number yet - EDF just…
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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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