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This week Forumites have been giving thought to what happens when it's time to retire. MoneySavers have been talking about how it felt once they'd made their retirement date official, whilst another MSE Forum user is looking for tips on putting their affairs in order for a smooth transition.…
Out-of-date subscriptions, free trials that you forgot to cancel, unused gym memberships…these sorts of payments can be silently taking chunks out of your bank balance if you're not careful. Staying on top of them is a good way to keep your finances in check (and protect yourself from scams), but remembering to find the…
When one MoneySaver found their preferred white chocolate was no longer on the shelves, naturally they turned to the MSE Forum to find a cost-conscious tasty alternative. Read on for more on that and the rest of the week's top discussions. https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/team-blog/2026/07/forum-highlights-31-07-2026/…
We are just starting to go down the road to Solar and have had this quote which I would welcome comments and opinions on please. At the momemnt we are on a standard tariff but would explore alternative options to complement solar. No EVs at present and no immediate plans in that regard. Main use of the electricity is a…
we bought a house January 2022 with mortgage. But over the last four years, we built up debt around £30k from renovation/house improvement and childcare costs. My partner’s been trying to pay it off, but mostly seem to be paying off the interests with the money left over each month. We’re thinking of moving to another…
I am selling something that would often be sold with something else, let’s say saucers without the matching cups. My item title says saucers (only) my description mentions saucers only and goes on to say ‘no cups, saucers only’, the photos show just saucers. I first sold the listing which was paid for and luckily before I…
We normally go on holiday to Europe and load a Caxton card with euros to use while we are away. However, we are off to Stockholm very soon and are wondering whether it will be better to use our Nat West ordinary credit card, or a Santander All in One to pay in kroner. I also have a Santander Edge debit card. In the Money…
hello all, I have one of these vouchers (not premium just economy) and it expires end of August 2026, and it means the outbound flight must depart on or before 31/8/26 but I have no need or wish to travel for a few months- I’ve read somewhere I could buy a flight/hotel combination by 31/8/26 for travel at a later date. Has…
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This means a change for those with substantial savings across M&S Bank and HSBC UK and/or First Direct. Here's what the transfer means for your savings, credit cards and more.
The Government has confirmed it has increased the maximum amount of support available to those affected via a loan from £10,000 to £20,000, but only for exceptional cases.
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