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For those of you who are chocolate lovers, this week's poll is seeking your votes on how you like your confectionary treat... or more specifically, what temperature? Does it taste better a little on the chilled side, or do you prefer a more melty experience with a room temperature choccie? Fridge or cupboard? Or is there…
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You've finally manage to find a date that works for everyone and even picked a venue for dinner. But, you've never been there before? Are you going to have a sneaky peek at their online menu, or do you just turn up on the night and take it from there?
I just tried signing up for an ODE prepaid cashback card via the DiscountsForTeachers website, which describes the card as "completely free" to sign up for. However, at the end of the application process, where it prompts you to preload your new card with cash, it tried to tag on a £4.99 "delivery and fulfillment fee".…
Just so that I am clear. My husband has a life limiting illness and will pass within the next 2-3 years. In 2027 his pension I know becomes part of his estate. We have mirror wills and will be inheirting everything from each other We are joint tenants btw. Our combined estate is nearly £3m including the house which is…
After my mother's death, I am one of 3 children, but the only one living with my father. I have been told the will (all money, assets) shall be split equally between us 3 children. My father suggested he should change his bank account. For us to be joint bank account holders - myself and him. So in event of his death, I…
Posting for my 83 year old mum - in April this year (unbeknown to me) my Mum was called by who she thought was Sky but turns out to be an 'approved retailer' (?) Her contract was due for renewal and she OK'd it over the phone and the DD carried on coming out - with new channels added. I'm not sure who it is with or the…
My husband has died leaving various life insurance and death in service payouts. I’m about to use some to pay off the mortgage however am concerned paying it off in full may adversely affect my credit score long term. For context I’m 48 and have always had a good credit score. I’ve had a mortgage since the age of 18 and…
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