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We're a friendly community of MoneySavers sharing our experiences and tips to help each other out
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Banking & Borrowing
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A place to discuss all things credit card-related with other MoneySavers.
83.5K discussions
627.6K comments
Most recent: Myheritage yearly subscription - Refund by born_again
Today at 12:54PM
Sub-categories: Stoozing: free cash from credit cards -
Discuss all types of personal loan. Remember MSE's stance on loans: 'borrow as little as possible, repay as quickly as possible'.
38.5K discussions
314.8K comments
Most recent: TSB Loan Settlement (0% Credit Card) by retiredbanker1
26 January at 2:58PM
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Discuss premium bonds, regular savings accounts, autosaving apps, shares and much more.
104.3K discussions
1.2M comments
Most recent: The Top Fixed Interest Savings Discussion Area by refluxer
Today at 3:08PM
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Discuss bank accounts, banking apps, budgeting hacks and how to organise your money. -
Discuss everything to do with credit checks and credit reference agencies.
19K discussions
130.9K comments
Most recent: SWITCHING BANKS & CLOSING UNUSED CREDIT CARDS: IMPACT ON CREDIT SCORE by vacheron
Today at 3:11PM
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The place to discuss payment protection insurance (PPI) claims and claims relating to other types of insurance.
31.2K discussions
282.4K comments
Most recent: life insurance Reassure cancelled policy by dunstonh
15 January at 2:58PM
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Share your experiences of reclaiming fees from banks and credit card providers.
19.7K discussions
177.5K comments
Most recent: US equivalent to section 75 by sheenas
25 January at 10:48AM
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Reduce Debt & Boost Income
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Mutual support and help for those on their journey to becoming debt-free.
125.5K discussions
4.1M comments
Most recent: Here's to the Fools Who Dream by scrooge2008
Today at 3:22PM
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To help people who are bankrupt rehabilitate their finances, without judgment.
51.4K discussions
489.2K comments
Most recent: DRO Approved - What Happens Next by Jamie_37
23 January at 2:09PM
Sub-categories: IVA & DRO -
Share ways to boost your income and make some extra cash with other MoneySavers.
12.8K discussions
498.8K comments
Most recent: 'AI Videos Evaluation' studies on Prolific. by lilbooboo
Today at 3:12PM
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For questions about buying and selling in online auctions or at car boot sales and jumble sales, as well as postage stamps, postal services and parcel couriers.
64.3K discussions
620.2K comments
Most recent: Yodel downsizing some shops by TimeLord1
Today at 1:11PM
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Spending & Discounts
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Here you'll find discussions on shopping, groceries, discounts, freebies and more.297.8K discussions 4.6M comments Most recent: Good and Bad Buys at Lidl and Aldi stores (***Please don't expire***) by Rosa_Damascena Today at 3:32PM -
49.9K discussions 1.1M comments Most recent: Repaying Student Loans 2009/10 guide discussion by wwfwilla Today at 3:26PM -
Spotted a bargain in your local area or town? Let other local MoneySavers know!20.6K discussions 161.8K comments Most recent: Parking codes for Belfast International Airport by togh 26 January at 9:04PM -
Spotted a top deal or voucher for a day trip or night out? Found a great pint at a great price? Let everyone know. And if your 'night out' is in fact a special MoneySaving night in with a takeaway in front of a film, we're keen to hear those tips too!
1.9K discussions
13.2K comments
Most recent: Things to do in London - ideas for Half Term by knightstyle
6 January at 5:34PM
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Not sure what your consumer rights are? Discussions here cover faulty goods, refunds, reclaims, scams and more.
52.7K discussions
575.3K comments
Most recent: Laptop died after 3rd attempt to repair USB-C fault - any rights? by MattMattMattUK
Today at 3:21PM
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A place to share your experiences as a consumer with other MoneySavers.
32.1K discussions
429K comments
Most recent: WARNING and help?: Debenhams and daylight robbery /misselling protection by Chutney1275
Today at 10:04AM
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Work, Benefits & Business
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For help with everything to do with pensions and retirement.
54.9K discussions
594.4K comments
Most recent: Paying into a SIPP when reliant on UC - any advice? by DRS1
Today at 3:28PM
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No-one likes to pay more tax than necessary; get help from other MoneySavers to cut your tax bill.
35K discussions
227.6K comments
Most recent: How accurate does a tax return need to be? by SiliconChip
Today at 3:22PM
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Discuss employment rights, holiday pay and other work issues.
56.9K discussions
658K comments
Most recent: Employer refusing to pay mileage by luddieBoy
Today at 3:32PM
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For help with questions about voluntary and compulsory redundancy.
7.5K discussions
41.8K comments
Most recent: Redundancy payment moving me to a higher tax bracket by molerat
Today at 11:59AM
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Get help discovering which benefits you are entitled to - and how to claim them.
75.8K discussions
679.3K comments
Most recent: Universal credit - how will being executor of my mum's bank account affect my benefits? by Grumpy_chap
Today at 2:10PM
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Running your own business? This is the place for MoneySaving questions for small traders. -
For posts that benefit registered charities with the aim to help support them where possible – including sponsorships, donations and more.
3.3K discussions
17.2K comments
Most recent: subscriptions for small non profit clubs by Savvy_Sue
21 January at 9:01PM
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Mortgages, Homes & Bills
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On your journey to becoming mortgage-free? Share your goals and support others looking to pay off their mortgage here.
9K discussions
568K comments
Most recent: Learning to walk before I run by beanielou
Today at 3:21PM
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The place to discuss everything to do with getting a mortgage, remortgaging and more.
111.8K discussions
726.4K comments
Most recent: Consolidating Mortgages by saajan_12
Today at 3:28PM
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For all questions to do with buying, selling, renting and letting homes.
172K discussions
2.1M comments
Most recent: Proposals for ground rents to be capped and a ban on sale of future leasehold flats by HelpfulLittleHelper
Today at 3:31PM
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The place to discuss your efforts to reclaim money you've overpaid - for example, getting your Council Tax band changed. Share your success stories too! -
Got a question about home improvement, DIY or home appliances? This is the place to get help from other MoneySavers.
109.9K discussions
804.8K comments
Most recent: Would you expect house insurance to pay out for this? by TELLIT01
Today at 3:23PM
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Discuss utility providers, tariffs, bills and energy-saving tips. Use the main board for electricity and gas, or explore the sub-boards for water bills, heat pumps and other fuels.
78.6K discussions
807.8K comments
Most recent: Thames water Meter gone AWOL by Boohoo
Today at 3:31PM
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Discuss landline phone services and TV subscription packages.
116.8K discussions
979.6K comments
Most recent: Sky TV retention deals ( post your haggling successes ) by Boohoo
Today at 2:49PM
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Life & Family
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This is the place to ask any MoneySaving questions you have about insurance and/or life assurance.
57.5K discussions
339.2K comments
Most recent: Elite Insurance / PwC letter re: Administration by MSE_ForumTeam5
Today at 2:54PM
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Get help with child support or child maintenance arrangements.
7.6K discussions
82.9K comments
Most recent: Claiming free nursery hours for next tax year when ineligible this year by sheramber
26 January at 5:00PM
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Get help with MoneySaving questions relating to living with a disability.
9.9K discussions
136.2K comments
Most recent: £2000 a week for my mum's dementia care home! by Albermarle
Today at 11:03AM
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Discuss the MoneySaving implications of relationships and family life.
72.2K discussions
2.2M comments
Most recent: Timeshare and National timeshare helpline advice please by elsien
Today at 2:58PM
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Discover and share MoneySaving ideas for presents and decorations for all kinds of festivals and special occasions.
30.9K discussions
615.7K comments
Most recent: Santa Baby - it's the 2026 Christmas Chatter Thread!! by Loanranger21
Today at 12:04PM
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Travel & Transport
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Get help with questions about international travel including package holidays.
97.1K discussions
897K comments
Most recent: Extending backpackers travel insurance by happycath
Today at 3:26PM
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Want to find a MoneySaving way to enjoy a trip to a theme park or a short break in the UK?
21.4K discussions
148.7K comments
Most recent: Isle of Wight ferries by Marg2k8
26 January at 4:17PM
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Got a question about finding the best value way to travel in the UK? This board covers buses, coaches, trains, ferries, cycling and more.
3.8K discussions
50.4K comments
Most recent: Ware to Mile End Underground via Stratford using Oyster(+16-25 railcard) by Speculator
25 January at 5:27PM
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Cut your car costs: this is the place to discuss motoring MoneySaving.
138K discussions
2.1M comments
Most recent: Issued with parking fine because resident permit had fallen into footwell by Joedavis
Today at 3:27PM
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Hobbies & Leisure
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Share and find new competitions you’d like to enter to win here.1.3M discussions 3.1M comments Most recent: E: 03/02 Win a round trip flight to Las Vegas photo effort by Moneybot Today at 3:08PM -
Some classic, simple ways to save money: thrifting, spending challenges, charity shopping, meal planning and more.
47.9K discussions
2.3M comments
Most recent: O S Daily Tuesday 27 January 2026 by remmie
Today at 3:29PM
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Gardening help, plant identification tips, and practical MoneySaving insight for your garden, allotment, or indoor plants -
Discuss knitting, crocheting, card-making, modelling and all types of crafts - with a MoneySaving twist.
789 discussions
44.3K comments
Most recent: Cross Stitch and Craft Cafe 2026 - come on in and join us!! by myrrh
26 January at 1:48PM
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Got a question about computers, tablets, software or other tech matters? Find help here.
136.2K discussions
1.1M comments
Most recent: Connecting to Brother printer by Vitor
Today at 2:35PM
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Requests to take part in academic/research surveys or studies. Not for discussing paid survey sites or earning from surveys.
203 discussions
562 comments
Most recent: UK sole traders: what admin task steals the most time each week? by hareng
12 January at 3:20PM
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Discuss & Feedback
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71 discussions
493 comments
Most recent: MSE Forum Poll: Are you a good cook? by KajiKita
25 January at 8:12AM
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Need help using the MSE Forum, or want to share feedback about how this website works?
10.2K discussions
113.4K comments
Most recent: Quoting posts changed by Ergates
Today at 3:24PM
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Want to raise awareness of a MoneySaving campaign? You can share experiences and encourage change via discussions here.
409 discussions
3.1K comments
Most recent: MSE News: Martin Lewis: 'Stop people on Universal Credit being blocked from switching bank' by SimonFF
29 December 2025 at 3:53PM
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A dedicated place to discuss the weekly polls you see on the MoneySavingExpert.com homepage.
1.6K discussions
59.7K comments
Most recent: MSE Poll: Haggled with Sky, BT, the AA or any others in the last six months? Did you succeed? by MSE_Ruby
20 January at 5:04PM
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A place to discuss any Martin Lewis media appearances or MoneySavingExpert content you've seen in the news.
2.2K discussions
36K comments
Most recent: Details on Upcoming Martin Lewis Shows by Glad
30 December 2025 at 10:15AM
Sub-categories: The MoneySaving books -
Get mutual support from other MoneySavers by keeping a log of your savings journey.
1.4K discussions
72.3K comments
Most recent: Now for a healthier, wealthier me by LittleMissDetermined
Today at 10:50AM
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Ask an Expert is a time‑limited community Q&A where we invite a specialist - such as an energy, mortgage or consumer‑rights expert - to answer questions from MoneySavingExpert Forum members
1 discussion
5 comments
Most recent: Energy suppliers and the £400 grant by MSE_Stephen
5 November 2025 at 1:45PM
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