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September is often a time for new starts and this week Forumites have been preparing for the next phase of educational and professional life, discussing name tapes for school uniforms, options for commuting to work and generally getting a better handle on personal finances. Read on for more about all that and the rest of…
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Out-of-date subscriptions, free trials that you forgot to cancel, unused gym memberships…these sorts of payments can be silently taking chunks out of your bank balance if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…
Tesco Internet Saver – bonus interest Hi guys, just wondering if anyone has experience with Tesco Bank. My Tesco Internet Saver was opened on 15 August 2025, so the 12-month period ends today. I haven't received the bonus interest yet. Has anyone else had a Tesco Internet Saver mature recently? If so, when did the bonus…
If I were to purchase a house, move in, spend the next 6 months renovating my old house before putting it up for sale. Will I pay capital gains tax on my old property when it eventually sells? There will be no mortgage on either property. I am unsure if my old home would be classed a s a second home and whether that would…
Just had a second flight time change from Wizz - these are for Xmas flights that are now really expensive elsewhere so not looking to change dates if possible. Originally, the flight was leaving Gatwick at 11am, now leaving at 6am, so I now cannot use public transport to get there so would need to buy airport parking. The…
Hi all, I am looking for some practical advice before deciding my next steps. I booked hotel accommodation for a family religious trip abroad later this year. The booking was made through a travel agent / tour operator connected to a UK limited company. The booking was for: • 3 rooms at Hotel A for 7 nights • 3 rooms at…
Hi My brother is being made ill health retired at 49 from the fire service (bad back) - below is snapshot of benefit options. It looks pretty clear to me which option he should take, but just want to check that there's only one real sensible option…. I believe he has a choice of being in Legacy or Reformed Benefits plan:…
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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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