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You're the only customer in the supermarket and have five small-to-medium size items in your basket. For the sake of argument, let's say: a pint of milk, a jar of peanut butter, a box of cereal, a loaf of bread and a tin of baked beans. To paraphrase Louis Armstrong, you have all the time in the world. On one side, the…
Whether it's because the cupboards are bare, you're too exhausted to cook, the kitchen is too much of a mess or you just fancy something special, getting a takeaway for your evening meal can be a bit of a treat. But how regularly do you indulge? Vote in the poll and share your opinions in the thread!
I've just got a message from Chase (who I already have current and savings accounts with, but the current account is not my main one). They're offering a £100 Amazon voucher if I make my Chase current account my main income account - i.e. pay my salary (min £1,500) in each month for two months. Either by using the…
Hi all, I am looking at purchasing a property and have come across one which I like, however the agents end the listing, with almost a throw away comment, that the property includes the freehold of the flat below which has a long term lease. I am relatively new to the property game, am I being extremely naïve to assume…
Good afternoon, I have court date following the process on this thread. MCOL, Defence, mediation etc. I have received a witness statement from the Claimant, where they counter all of the points made in my defence based on standard defence template and state they won't be turning up pursuant to CPR 27.9. What do I write in…
Long time member here, sneaking back over from the MFW board... Previous diary here for those that want a back story: Money-shuffling towards mortgage freedom — MoneySavingExpert Forum Although my only debt is now my mortgage I've had to shift my focus from OP'ing to building up my savings instead, so don't really feel at…
Dear Forum Members, I would be very grateful for your advice on whether it is worthwhile to defend a Parking Charge Notice in court after my IAS appeal has been dismissed, or whether I should simply pay the £100 charge. Background: * Date of incident: 27 June 2025 * Location: Hayes & Harlington (controlled land) *…
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