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New Year’s Eve is around the corner, and for many of us, it’s the big question: how will you be ringing in 2026? Whether you’re planning a night out on the town, hosting a cosy gathering, or keeping things low-key, everyone has their own way of celebrating. Some people love the buzz of fireworks and parties, while others…
With the festive season in full swing, many of us are feeling the pinch of rising costs – but others might be finding ways to cut back or keep things steady. From gifts and food to travel and decorations, Christmas can quickly add up. We’d love to know how you think your spending for this Christmas compares to last year.…
There's already a lot of people driving a fully electric or hybrid(s) car in the UK. But for those drivers that haven't already made the change, there can be reluctance. 'Range anxiety', lack of charging infrastructure in your area and concerns about future changes like pay-per-mile which is currently in consultation may…
I have sold my house subject to contract. I was viewing new houses in an effort to downsize as my current mortgage has £56,000 outstanding, and was going to port a reduced mortgage to the new property. However, my employer has gone into administration and all staff, including myself, have been made redundant with immediate…
I don't particularly like selling on eBay. It's a last resort for me for a few reasons - * the fees. * the ease with which a dishonest buyer could screw you over. Thankfully I haven't yet had this in my experience but it's only a matter of time in my opinion. I have some items I'm wanting to sell which people in various FB…
We were very recently waiting to board a plane for a booked holiday when we were informed the flight was cancelled. They (Easyjet) were unable to offer an alternative and therefore are (haven't yet) refunding the holiday cost. However we are unable to claim compensation for other costs (petrol, parking, overall hassle,…
Good morning all. As I've posted elsewhere in these forums, I retired with effect from 30th September this year at age 56. Based on the following figures, if I decided to pay anything more into my SIPP, what would the maximum amount be? Tax year 2025/2026Gross Salary - £24,968.34 (only worked 6 months of this tax…
I've been on this since November 9th, so not a new tariff. Perhaps one of the others are equivalent? Be useful to have a live comparison so I can keep an eye on it.
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Some people love the buzz of fireworks and parties, while others prefer a quiet night in with a good film or an early bedtime. And of course, there are those who haven’t made any plans yet..! How will you be seeing in 2026?
The base rate has been cut to 3.75% from 4% by the Bank of England. This rate is used by the central bank to charge other banks and lenders when they borrow money. Here's what the cut means for your money – including mortgages, savings and more.
Octopus Energy customers on fixed tariffs WILL see the proposed '£150 energy saving' announced in the Autumn Budget passed on to their bills, the provider has announced. Martin Lewis has been lobbying the Government in recent weeks to ensure the savings aren't just applied to those on standard variable tariffs, but to all fixes too.
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