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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.
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Any flaws with this idea? I'm wanting to help give my 19yr son the option of retiring earlier than the private pension age (currently 57 for him) or state pension age, by investing some money for him in his name - we'll do it together. I'll soon be retiring myself at age 55 and I'd like him to have the same option. Topping…
I switched to British Gas on the 23 June 2026 via MSE. I asked for the 14 day cooling off period, which should have ended on the 7th July. It's now 14th July and I've heard nothing. I have no contact details for British Gas and when I re-read my switching email from MSE it basically washed its hands of taking any…
Hi, I own a three bedroom home that I am paying a mortgage on. I have a tenant who pays rent for one of the rooms. My boyfriend is thinking about moving in. He owns a 2-bed flat and will rent that out. We are discussing how much my boyfriend should pay for bills and also I am wondering if my boyfriend contributes to the…
Hi, can someone help me please? I am trying to submit a form SA108 for CGT but the latest one available on HMRC’s website is for Tax Year 2025/2026. I sold the property in June this year, so surely it would be for Tax Year 2026/2027?
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