We're a friendly community of MoneySavers sharing our experiences and tips to help each other out
Budgeting, Banking, Cards and Loans, Credit Scores, Reclaim fees & charges
Making money, Debt-Free Diaries, Bankruptcy, IVAs & DROs
Consumer Rights, MoneySaving, Deals, Vouchers & Discounts, Freebies
Tax & Benefits, Jobs & Training, Pensions, Redundancy, Charities
Buying, Renting, Selling, Energy, Household Bills, Home Improvement
Insurance & Life Assurance, Disability, Weddings, Children, Death & Probate
Holidays, Days Out, Flight Delays, Parking Tickets, Public Transport
Competitions Time, Old Style MoneySaving, Techie Stuff, Crafting
Need help using the MSE Forum, or want to share feedback about how this website works?
Remember, remember, the fifth of November... Bonfire Night is here, with the next few days bringing fireworks, sparklers and the occasional slightly singed sausage. Are you paying to attend an organised display, celebrating at home, looking for something free to do, or giving the festivities a miss altogether? Vote in the…
Is it worth spending more up front to buy an appliance that's substantially cheaper to run? That's one of the talking points on the MSE Forum this week. Read on to explore that thread and more of the latest conversations in our MoneySaving community.…
Chancellor John Healy has delivered the Government’s latest Budget, revealing various measures like the scrapping of Gas Standing Charges, a boost to national minimum wage and a freeze on fuel duty. You can find a list of the announcements on MSE News along with Martin’s reactions Will the Budget be a boon to your finances…
Unfortunately, I am unable to drag Chrome pages over to left-hand side of screen. Unable to see the settings at top right in order to increase the size. Can anyone advise how this can be sorted? Thank you
I know that when switching bank accounts that all direct debits are switched also. However how are pension and other regular payments made to my old account dealt with ? Do I have to contact them with my new bank details or is this done through the switch ?
Just had notification of our insurance renewal, up by 2.5x (Aviva). No claims for either buildings or contents, expected some increase but according to comparison sites we can get the same cover for £260. Is this simply that they don't want the business or are they just trying it on? If they don't want us to renew with…
Hello Last night we noticed water pooling at the base of the swivel neck which is flat of our kitchen tap. Luckily, the cupboard /pipes underneath are dry! Google pointed me to some DIY videos, and replacing the spout O-rings looks pretty simple on paper. But I’ve got a couple of worries: The tap is about 11–13 years old…
I am a landlord in Birmingham, and I am trying to work out what is reasonable when it comes to inspections. My tenant has been in for just over a year now. I did the first inspection at 3 months, and since then I have been doing them every 6 months. The property is in good condition, and each time it has just been a couple…
MSE has a new tool to help you work out if you're owed compensation for a delayed flight, and to help you draft your claim letter - and we'd like you to take it out for a test flight
It looks like you're new here. Sign in or register to get started.
How much can you manage to save in 2026?
How many days can you avoid unnecessary spending?
We love seeing your MoneySaving success stories! Let us know below if something you've read or done on MSE this year has left you better off. We might even share your story in a future Money Tips email!
Halifax customers who use mobile and online banking services should move to the Lloyds Bank app before Sunday 1 November. That's because the Halifax app and online banking services will be axed from this date. Here's what you need to know.
The State Pension is likely to rise by 3.9% next April, taking the full new State Pension to over £13,000 a year. It means the State Pension now breaches the tax-free personal allowance for some.
Free and available on iOS and Android
Tip Email
