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What have MoneySavers been talking about this week on the MSE Forum? Join us for a whistle-stop tour of some of the latest discussions and dilemmas. Seen something on the Forum we should include in next week's highlights blog? Let us know in this thread.
These days, voice recognition on our devices means you don't even need to type anything let alone use a pen and paper. But still, for some of us there are times where writing by hand is preferred. How often do you find yourself physically writing something down?
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Hello, not too sure what to do here so hoping for some advice. I defaulted on a Virgin CC in 2020 and went onto a DMP with Stepchange, the debt was passed to Arrow Global/Capquest and in Sept 2021 I sent them a CCA request which they were unable to fulfil so I stopped paying via Stepchange in Dec 2021 and i didn't…
Hi there, I have just read the NEWBIES page, and have a few questions and seeking reassurance and advice. Apologies if I ask something obvious or that has already been answered. I'm at the 'debt collector letter' stage, and I've read enough of the NEWBIES page that I know I should ignore it. Firstly, I realise now that I…
My 12+ year old HP pavilion is failing and i'm looking to buy a new laptop.I was looking for some suggestions.As for spec i have the following queries8GB RAM - or is 4GB enoughWindows 11 - i've read windows 11s is restrictive, 15.6 inch screen - the 14inch ones seem smallWhich processor icore or amd ryzen is best or does…
Welcome to Awesome August's No-Spend Days Challenge! This challenge is all about helping people to save money by setting aside days every month where you deliberately don't spend unnecessary cash. Over the short term, it can help you have a more frugal month. Over the long term, if you stick with it, it can help change…
Just wondering if your savings at some point during the assesment stage tip over the £16k limit for a coyple of days and then goes back under £16k where it usually is do you have to report it? What happens? In regards to UC?
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It can help save cash while doing your bit for the environment at the same time, but how many of you have bought pre-loved clothing?
It's also been confirmed that you'll be able to get automatic compensation from your energy supplier for certain smart meter problems.
The Bank of England said there had been "substantial disinflation over the past two and a half years". It's the third time the base rate has been cut this year.
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