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Whether it's buying a new item, picking up a secondhand bargain or repairing something you already own, the MSE Forum has MoneySaving wisdom for you. Here's our roundup of some of this week's top topics. https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/team-blog/2026/02/forum-highlights-20-02-2026/ Seen something on the Forum we should…
When something inevitably gets damaged or stops working, some of us might be knowledgeable (or brave) enough to sort it ourselves while others might prefer to get a pro to do the job. But if we're being honest, a few of us will likely leave it for as long as possible before doing anything. What's your first reaction when…
Cleaning, tidying and home improvements have been among this week's big themes on the MSE Forum: from choosing a vacuum cleaner to what to do all those allen keys that come with flatpack furniture. Read on for more of the latest MoneySaving discussions.…
I have invested in a 8kW of solar panels with a Tesla Powerwall 3 set up that will be installed next week. Long term it looks like the best tariff for this set up will be Octopus' Intelligent Flux tariff. However in the near term I am contracted to OVO on their Extended Fixed plan, with two £75 early exit penalties for…
I have received a claim form for a parking fine from Europarks for £262.12. This relates to a typo error when I did purchase £9.30 worth of parking in July 2025 but accidentally selected the wrong vehicle from list of vehicles saved on my app. I have already sent an explanation and proof to Europarks, and as with many of…
Hi all, apologies in advance for the waffle. I’m 53, married, with no children or debts. I’ve worked in local government for 25 years and earn about £36K. I’m in the LGPS and also contribute monthly to a SIPP. My wife, who is five years younger, works freelance, earns £20–25K, has limited savings, and contributes a small…
Last March I sent in the form requesting to pay Voluntary NI. Today I received a reply which offered the options below but at the higher rate - approx 900 GBP a year.They are also asking for payment for much of the years within 31 days I have worked outside the UK from 2002 until retirement in 2023 - I believe I should be…
I have been paying Maintenance for my child since September 2014 and never missed a payment. I have always abided by the rules governed by the system, yet by the same token i believe the same rules now do not apply. My child, who has just turned 18, left full-time education in October 2025. CMS have informed me that…
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