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Re: Baby steps to mortgage freedom for beanielou.
Take care inthe snow. Thankfully the white stuff isn’t supposed to be visiting us and I’m more than happy about that 😄2 -
Re: An in-between phase
I cannot think what may have brought to mind 'sulking' @WelshmansDaughter 😂 I am feeling a bit unsettled by it though tbh, sad and exhausted that nothing can ever seem to go right with thi…7 -
Re: 2026 Frugal Living Challenge
https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/81884096#Comment_81884096 I also didn't understand about the interest beater. I found this from an MSE challenge from 2008/2009. It makes …5 -
Re: claim tax relief on pension: impossible! I need a professional...
Would it be quicker to just submit a self assessment tax return? Tax due will then be calculated automatically1 -
Re: Settling in for the long haul
I’m glad to report back that it was indeed a no spend day. We had a nice few hours out visiting family and exchanged our wares. In return for my craft selection, mum had a large pack of white printer…6 -
Re: Urgent help needed.
https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/81885614#Comment_81885614 Hopefully in flight mode by now.1 -
Re: Worth installing heating?
I would probably just sell it as it is.1 -
Re: to max or not?
https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/81881320#Comment_81881320 My understanding is that premium bonds are not entered into the first draw until they have been held for a full calen…1 -
Re: Buying my first Flat – Concerned About Mortgage Adviser & Solicitor Costs
once I receive an inheritance of £40,000 (expected mid/late this year). I plan to use this to pay down the mortgage quickly. Are you sure you will want to use all of it to pay down the mortgage? Do …1 -
Re: Buying my first Flat – Concerned About Mortgage Adviser & Solicitor Costs
Also, make sure any quotes you are getting are taking into account that it is a leasehold property, as that usually adds more to the legal fees, and isn't always included in the quotes unless yo…1

