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Banking & Borrowing
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A place to discuss all things credit card-related with other MoneySavers.
83.3K discussions 625.9K comments Most recent: Should I close down zero balance cards? by mta999 Today at 8:14PM
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 314.6K comments Most recent: Moneyway Car Finance - Support During Arrears Claim by Professor_Pound Today at 7:39PM
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Discuss premium bonds, regular savings accounts, autosaving apps, shares and much more.
103.3K discussions 1.2M comments Most recent: Coventry Building Society - Junior Cash ISA as child approaches 18yr by DRS1 Today at 8:51PM
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Discuss bank accounts, banking apps, budgeting hacks and how to organise your money.
56.7K discussions 619.2K comments Most recent: Santander account - £30 Amazon Voucher by Zanderman Today at 8:32PM
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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: Cancelled income protection insurance by Ayr_Rage Today at 2:10PM
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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.
125.1K discussions 4M comments Most recent: Hopefully debt free before Mortgage renewal in June 2026 by Spendless Today at 8:35PM
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To help people who are bankrupt rehabilitate their finances, without judgment.
51.4K discussions 488.9K comments Most recent: DRO salary sacrifice by ManyWays 9 September at 9:44AM
Sub-categories: IVA & DRO -
Share ways to boost your income and make some extra cash with other MoneySavers.
12.8K discussions 497.8K comments Most recent: Prolific Academic Survey Alerts by snowwhyte Today at 7:46PM
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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.
64.1K discussions 618.6K comments Most recent: EBay 'messages' - format has gone awry using Firefox. Ok in Chrome. by WIAWSNB Today at 11:56AM
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Spending & Discounts
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49.7K discussions 1.1M comments Most recent: Lose weight with Slimming World in 2025, You know you want to. by joedenise Today at 8:39PM
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Spotted a bargain in your local area or town? Let other local MoneySavers know!20.6K discussions 161.7K comments Most recent: Enduring Power of Attorney by Fred.Ed 16 September at 9:27AM
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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: Any good deals in London now as a result of the tube strike? by Chomeur 8 September at 3:51PM
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Not sure what your consumer rights are? Discussions here cover faulty goods, refunds, reclaims, scams and more.
52.1K discussions 567.9K comments Most recent: Chargeable deposit abroad by Aylesbury_Duck Today at 7:43PM
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A place to share your experiences as a consumer with other MoneySavers.
32K discussions 428.2K comments Most recent: Amazon - Mystery £8.99 charge by giraffe69 Today at 11:18AM
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Work, Benefits & Business
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For help with everything to do with pensions and retirement.
54.1K discussions 581K comments Most recent: Pensions v ISA by Hen1013 Today at 8:44PM
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Discuss employment rights, holiday pay and other work issues.
56.7K discussions 656.4K comments Most recent: New job whilst on Mat Leave by Dogsarethebest2025 Today at 6:30PM
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For help with questions about voluntary and compulsory redundancy.
7.5K discussions 41.6K comments Most recent: Settlement Agreement Help by lincroft1710 16 September at 6:11PM
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Get help discovering which benefits you are entitled to - and how to claim them.
75.5K discussions 676.2K comments Most recent: Housing Benefit and Council Tax by Pixie39 Today at 8:23PM
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Running your own business? This is the place for MoneySaving questions for small traders.
13K discussions 89.6K comments Most recent: Zettle by PayPal security alert by rk2620 Today at 12:19PM
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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: Can I claim Tax Relief on non-Gift Aid donations by Grey_Critic 15 September at 4:56PM
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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.
8.9K discussions 555K comments Most recent: Here’s where the story ends… by skint_spice Today at 8:42PM
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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!
4.5K discussions 33.7K comments Most recent: Compensation for new road - Loss of property value? by Bellamory Today at 5:32PM
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Got a question about home improvement, DIY or home appliances? This is the place to get help from other MoneySavers.
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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.
77.9K discussions 798.4K comments Most recent: RTS replacement issues by giant_among_ants Today at 8:39PM
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Discuss landline phone services and TV subscription packages.
116.4K discussions 975.5K comments Most recent: Private screening a BBC tv show with Blu-Ray by Neil_Jones Today at 8:14PM
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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.
57.2K discussions 337.5K comments Most recent: Life insurance and inheritance by kingstreet Today at 2:44PM
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Discuss the MoneySaving implications of relationships and family life.
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Discover and share MoneySaving ideas for presents and decorations for all kinds of festivals and special occasions.
30.9K discussions 615.3K comments Most recent: Frosty the Snowman - it's the 2025 Christmas thread! by Nelliegrace Today at 11:12AM
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Travel & Transport
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Get help with questions about international travel including package holidays.
96.8K discussions 894.6K comments Most recent: EasyJet reimbursement shortfall by NoodleDoodleMan Today at 3:49PM
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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?
21.3K discussions 148.5K comments Most recent: Cancellation insurance for NYE event in UK by Mark_d Today at 7:30PM
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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 50.2K comments Most recent: Split ticketing – official MSE discussion by martindow Today at 5:07PM
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Cut your car costs: this is the place to discuss motoring MoneySaving.
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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: 31/12 Win a Scottish Highlands Getaway by sarah250187 Today at 8:50PM
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Some classic, simple ways to save money: thrifting, spending challenges, charity shopping, meal planning and more.
47.7K discussions 2.3M comments Most recent: 2025 DECLUTTERING CAMPAIGN MrsSD - The Joy of Decluttering by suzeesu2000 Today at 8:49PM
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Gardening help, plant identification tips, and practical MoneySaving insight for your garden, allotment, or indoor plants
21.2K discussions 258.6K comments Most recent: Awful weather - typical Brits talk by twopenny Today at 8:38PM
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Discuss knitting, crocheting, card-making, modelling and all types of crafts - with a MoneySaving twist.
783 discussions 44.1K comments Most recent: 2025 - No Craft Spending - We WILL bust my stash and make pretty things!!!!! by northAthenian Today at 12:58PM
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Discuss & Feedback
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47 discussions 167 comments Most recent: MSE Forum poll: Which supermarket does the best meal deal? by Suzycoll Today at 12:03PM
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Need help using the MSE Forum, or want to share feedback about how this website works?
10.2K discussions 112.9K comments Most recent: Spam by Pollycat Today at 7:53PM
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The go-to place to debate and discuss anything in the weekly Money Tips email with other MoneySavers.
69 discussions 86 comments Most recent: Money Tips email | 10 Aug 2022 by MSE_Laura_F 9 August 2022 at 9:24AM
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Want to raise awareness of a MoneySaving campaign? You can share experiences and encourage change via discussions here.
404 discussions 3.1K comments Most recent: Not everyone uses a Mobile Phone by Wimblestone 2 June at 10:46PM
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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: Do you have credit on your energy account? by Claddagh_Noir 16 August at 6:39PM
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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 36.1K comments Most recent: TAX ON FULL STATE PENSION APRIL 2027 by Exodi Today at 10:11AM
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Get mutual support from other MoneySavers by keeping a log of your savings journey.
1.4K discussions 71.7K comments Most recent: Escape to the country & living off savings by doingitanyway Today at 4:54PM
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191 discussions 195 comments Most recent: Octopus energy mistake 50000units not 5000 by Futterfly 25 March at 4:37PM
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