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Whether you're looking to buy furniture, clothing or software, it's worth tapping in to the MoneySaving wisdom of the MSE Forum community before parting with your cash. Let's explore those questions and the rest of the week's biggest talking points.…
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.…
Hi all, I’ve received a County Court Claim Form from Civil Enforcement Limited. Details: • Issue date: 27 October 2026 • Location: Snow Island car park • Violation date: 02/11/2024 • Total claimed: £281.94 The Particulars of Claim are very sparse it just says the vehicle was “parked in breach of the terms notified on the…
asking on behalf my my daughter here for advice. she received her car insurance renewal quote on the 3.Oct.2026 (Renewal date 4.Nov.2026) on the 26th Oct she had to report a minor claim. on the same day (2 hours later) received an updated renewal quote (£30 increase due to claim) checked around and the increased price was…
Welcome to the weekly Flylady Thread. What is FLYLADY? Well, it's our version of the US flylady idea - but we work on the principle that housework is not fun, it's boring, can be time-consuming, is often thankless but, unfortunately, necessary. It's here on Old Style to provide the support we all need and to make the whole…
Would be good if someone can give guidance. Tax year 2025/2026. An aquintance is elderly and does not really understand finances well. She is married and has transferred her marriage allowance to her spouse as I suggested as that gives a better tax situation for them collectively. In previous years a fair sum of money was…
Hi everyone, I wanted to share some fascinating real-world data from my all-electric flat today that completely challenges the conventional wisdom of "just leave your heating on low all day." By combining building thermodynamics, precision process control, and an advanced appliance cascade, I managed to lock out my space…
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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.
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