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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.
83.4K discussions
626.3K comments
Most recent: Sainsbury's to Natwest transfer by YorksLass
Today at 11:37AM
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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
314.7K comments
Most recent: Loan to family member and repayment by retiredbanker1
17 October at 7:14PM
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Discuss premium bonds, regular savings accounts, autosaving apps, shares and much more.
103.5K discussions
1.2M comments
Most recent: The Top Regular Savers Discussion Thread by Kim_13
Today at 12:03PM
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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.
18.9K discussions
130.6K comments
Most recent: Refused Pay in 3 With Paypal by born_again
18 October at 12:11PM
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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: car finance misselling question by mickn3
18 October at 12:41PM
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Share your experiences of reclaiming fees from banks and credit card providers.
19.7K discussions
177.4K comments
Most recent: Can I get balance transfer fees cancelled by retiredbanker1
16 October at 12:52PM
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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.
125.2K discussions
4M comments
Most recent: Outstanding October's No-Spend Days Challenge! by AuntieL
Today at 12:02PM
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To help people who are bankrupt rehabilitate their finances, without judgment.
51.4K discussions
489K comments
Most recent: Partner filing for bankruptcy & remortgage by kevkev3110
Today at 11:36AM
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Share ways to boost your income and make some extra cash with other MoneySavers. -
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.
64.2K discussions
619.1K comments
Most recent: Is there any way I can get Courier's to ring? by ButterCheese
Today at 11:48AM
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Spending & Discounts
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Here you'll find discussions on shopping, groceries, discounts, freebies and more.297.7K discussions 4.6M comments Most recent: MSE News: Asda launches first-ever loyalty scheme offering discounts on groceries by MACKEM99 Today at 8:47AM -
49.8K discussions 1.1M comments Most recent: Dentist has prescribed Duraphat - not comfortable using it. by Toothsmith Today at 10:22AM -
Spotted a bargain in your local area or town? Let other local MoneySavers know!20.6K discussions 161.7K comments Most recent: Used car purchase by jameswardprowse 16 October at 7:50AM -
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 GB12
16 October at 12:30PM
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Not sure what your consumer rights are? Discussions here cover faulty goods, refunds, reclaims, scams and more. -
A place to share your experiences as a consumer with other MoneySavers. -
Work, Benefits & Business
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For help with everything to do with pensions and retirement.
54.3K discussions
584.5K comments
Most recent: Has UC removed my NI credits a year into my pension? by Noopin
Today at 12:02PM
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No-one likes to pay more tax than necessary; get help from other MoneySavers to cut your tax bill. -
Discuss employment rights, holiday pay and other work issues.
56.8K discussions
656.8K comments
Most recent: Computer courses c++ language by MeteredOut
Today at 10:09AM
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For help with questions about voluntary and compulsory redundancy. -
Get help discovering which benefits you are entitled to - and how to claim them. -
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: Does charity own leasehold or is it a tenant? by aroominyork
8 October at 5:17PM
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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
558.1K comments
Most recent: Learning to walk before I run by KajiKita
Today at 11:57AM
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The place to discuss everything to do with getting a mortgage, remortgaging and more.
111.7K discussions
725.5K comments
Most recent: Mortguage Whilst in DMP by freddie2020
19 October at 7:00PM
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For all questions to do with buying, selling, renting and letting homes. -
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: Council Tax Single Person Discount sixth form leavers. by pbez64
8 October at 1:39PM
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Got a question about home improvement, DIY or home appliances? This is the place to get help from other MoneySavers.
109.5K discussions
800K comments
Most recent: Recommendations for PIR switch. by bjorn_toby_wilde
Today at 12:03PM
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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.
78.1K discussions
800.8K comments
Most recent: Smart meter and economy 7 fail problem - Scottish Power not interested by Scot_39
Today at 11:56AM
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Discuss landline phone services and TV subscription packages.
116.5K discussions
976.5K comments
Most recent: Full Fibre installation - will they pull through fibre internally? by Roy1234
Today at 11:29AM
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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. -
Get help with child support or child maintenance arrangements.
7.6K discussions
82.9K comments
Most recent: Child maintenance and informal overtime by SGMR17
17 October at 1:44PM
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Get help with MoneySaving questions relating to living with a disability.
9.8K discussions
136K comments
Most recent: Luxury car tax for blue badge holder by beanielou
19 October at 8:54PM
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Discuss the MoneySaving implications of relationships and family life.
71.9K discussions
2.2M comments
Most recent: Probate? Do we need one for Father in Law death? by J63320
Today at 11:35AM
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Discover and share MoneySaving ideas for presents and decorations for all kinds of festivals and special occasions.
30.9K discussions
615.4K comments
Most recent: Frosty the Snowman - it's the 2025 Christmas thread! by Spendless
Today at 8:46AM
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Travel & Transport
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Get help with questions about international travel including package holidays.
96.9K discussions
895.2K comments
Most recent: Morocco- finance and nut allergy by martindow
Today at 11:24AM
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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
148.6K comments
Most recent: Overnight stop... by Brie
13 October at 1:33PM
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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
50.3K comments
Most recent: Railcard 25% Off via MSE on Trip, Trainpal. Usable on first ticket? by martindow
17 October at 2:21PM
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Cut your car costs: this is the place to discuss motoring MoneySaving.
136.8K discussions
2.1M comments
Most recent: DCA query, asked for more info but didn’t communicate afterwards by dunstonh
Today at 11:59AM
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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: 31/10 (DAILY) Headline or Hoax – Win £10 (freebirthdatelottery.com) by One-Eye Today at 11:50AM -
Some classic, simple ways to save money: thrifting, spending challenges, charity shopping, meal planning and more.
47.8K discussions
2.3M comments
Most recent: October 2025 Grocery Challenge by SausageDogSandwich
Today at 11:52AM
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Gardening help, plant identification tips, and practical MoneySaving insight for your garden, allotment, or indoor plants
21.2K discussions
259K comments
Most recent: Awful weather - typical Brits talk by twopenny
Today at 10:43AM
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Discuss knitting, crocheting, card-making, modelling and all types of crafts - with a MoneySaving twist.
784 discussions
44.2K comments
Most recent: Crafting with recycled items. by button_box
Today at 10:25AM
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Got a question about computers, tablets, software or other tech matters? Find help here.
136K discussions
1.1M comments
Most recent: Two landlines support by Frozen_up_north
Today at 11:58AM
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Discuss & Feedback
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54 discussions
285 comments
Most recent: MSE Forum Poll: Do you prefer to eat chocolate that has or has not been in the fridge? by Just_Visiting
19 October at 11:47AM
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Need help using the MSE Forum, or want to share feedback about how this website works?
10.2K discussions
113K comments
Most recent: The "Interesting" Feature by twopenny
18 October at 11:12AM
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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: Do you have life insurance? by Pollycat
10 October at 11:01AM
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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: Martin Lewis: Employed aged under 22, or any age earning under £10,000… how to get a hidden pay rise by Dustbin1963
15 September at 11:40AM
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Get mutual support from other MoneySavers by keeping a log of your savings journey. -
191 discussions
195 comments
Most recent: Octopus energy mistake 50000units not 5000 by Futterfly
25 March at 4:37PM
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