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This week's MSE Forum discussions span the range from what sort of garden hose to buy, to how to plan a bucket-list adventure by train on the other side of the world. Read on for more of this week's MoneySaving talking points. https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/team-blog/2026/07/forum-highlights-10-07-2026/ Seen something…
Long-time Forumites will have seen tales of retailers clamping down on customers they feel have made too many returns. How often do you find yourself returning goods you've bought online? Do you only return things that are clearly broken or not up to scratch? Or are you happy to send something back if you've changed your…
Holiday booking often involves a balancing act. You might find a bargain that's less convenient, a luxury option that's more expensive, or a flexible booking that offers extra peace of mind. When it comes down to it, what matters most to you when booking a holiday? Vote in the poll and share your thoughts in the thread.
Hi all First time posting on here and keen for some advice please. I received a ticket from APCOA for failing to park in a marked bay at Farnborough Main station. It was a ticket left on my windscreen, and any tickets received previously here (both unfairly and won after challenge) were posted to my house directly. I…
Been embarking on my second purchase of a grade II listed house. I have owned one previously, and am no stranger to the potential issues and extra maintenance/investment they need. But my god - I am having a nightmare with getting a mortgage approved with Nationwide. On my previous house - 15 years ago now - it was…
Hi All, I'm a newbie here. Living in South West London. Thanks for having me. I've recently had Parking Charge Notice from a pribate company called Bank Park, who operate in this area. I was wondering if anyone had any advice on how best to deal with. Apparently I parked my car , just outside the lines of a parking space…
Hello everyone, I’m new to the forums and looking for some advice on tackling my overgrown patio. I hope it’s okay to ask here. I’m 30 and this is the first time in my life I’ve ever lived in a home with a garden so I have absolutely no idea what I’m doing. Please be gentle and excuse my ignorance - I am totally winging…
ECP and DCB Legal, received the notice a week before they had to pay the court fee. Thank you newbies thread! @Umkomaas
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