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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.
83.7K discussions
629.3K comments
Most recent: Physical Credit/Debit Cards vs Apple Pay by Savvy_Sue
Today at 1:43AM
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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'.
38.6K discussions
315.2K comments
Most recent: I am genuinely confused, why can't I get a loan? by enthusiasticsaver
17 June at 3:58PM
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Discuss premium bonds, regular savings accounts, autosaving apps, shares and much more.
105.3K discussions
1.2M comments
Most recent: The Top Regular Savers Discussion Thread by DealSeeker11
Today at 1:00AM
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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
131.2K comments
Most recent: Mis-Match on Credit report. by flaneurs_lobster
22 June at 11:38AM
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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: Please help, I don’t know what to do. by MSE_ForumTeam5
15 June at 9:26AM
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Share your experiences of reclaiming fees from banks and credit card providers.
19.7K discussions
177.5K comments
Most recent: Groupon - Section 75 and Chargeback Query by eddddy
3 June at 11:30PM
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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. -
To help people who are bankrupt rehabilitate their finances, without judgment.
51.4K discussions
489.5K comments
Most recent: What should I do by llcooljayne1
18 June at 9:03AM
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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.
64.4K discussions
621.4K comments
Most recent: Possibly affecting all small packets from China by RFW
22 June at 7:20PM
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Spending & Discounts
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Here you'll find discussions on shopping, groceries, discounts, freebies and more.297.9K discussions 4.6M comments Most recent: Good and Bad Buys at Lidl and Aldi stores (***Please don't expire***) by robrymond 22 June at 10:40PM -
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Spotted a bargain in your local area or town? Let other local MoneySavers know! -
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
13.3K comments
Most recent: MSE Guide: Cinema MoneySaving tips & tricks by tabbycatsardine
5 June at 3:27PM
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Not sure what your consumer rights are? Discussions here cover faulty goods, refunds, reclaims, scams and more.
53.1K discussions
581.3K comments
Most recent: Insurer refusing manufacturer‑approved repair on a car under warranty by brianposter
22 June at 9:51PM
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A place to share your experiences as a consumer with other MoneySavers.
32.1K discussions
429.6K comments
Most recent: Who do you contact if someone is getting underpaid by pramsay13
22 June at 10:11PM
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Work, Benefits & Business
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For help with everything to do with pensions and retirement.
55.6K discussions
604.4K comments
Most recent: Inheritance Tax by DRS1
Today at 2:21AM
Sub-categories: Topping up your state pension -
No-one likes to pay more tax than necessary; get help from other MoneySavers to cut your tax bill.
35.3K discussions
230.2K comments
Most recent: Gifts in consideration of marriage by sherlock228
22 June at 8:58PM
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Discuss employment rights, holiday pay and other work issues.
57K discussions
659.1K comments
Most recent: Sole traders: calculations & wage deductions etc. by Jude57
22 June at 1:48PM
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For help with questions about voluntary and compulsory redundancy.
7.5K discussions
41.9K comments
Most recent: Protective award as only employee by Undervalued
29 May at 12:13PM
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Get help discovering which benefits you are entitled to - and how to claim them.
76K discussions
681.7K comments
Most recent: Urgent Advice: Inheritance due for payment—any legitimate options on timing vis-à-vis benefits? by Grumpy_chap
22 June at 9:47PM
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Running your own business? This is the place for MoneySaving questions for small traders.
13.1K discussions
90.2K comments
Most recent: Static caravan purchase - keeping costs down by Sea_Shell
22 June at 4:57PM
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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: New process to file charity accounts by Savvy_Sue
14 June at 7:23PM
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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
577.7K comments
Most recent: Here’s where the story ends… by skint_spice
22 June at 11:39PM
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The place to discuss everything to do with getting a mortgage, remortgaging and more.
112K discussions
727.9K comments
Most recent: Existing provider or shop around? by Altior
22 June at 9:54PM
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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!
4.6K discussions
34K comments
Most recent: Council tax challenge where all neighbours in the same band by lincroft1710
22 June at 4:47PM
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Got a question about home improvement, DIY or home appliances? This is the place to get help from other MoneySavers.
110.3K discussions
809.7K comments
Most recent: Bit confused on how I'm supposed to re-felt shed roof. by FrugaiMacDugal
Today at 1:24AM
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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.
79.2K discussions
817.9K comments
Most recent: Supplementary question after provider swap by FreeBear
Today at 12:00AM
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Discuss landline phone services and TV subscription packages.
117.2K discussions
984K comments
Most recent: Should I ditch my Landline Now or Later? by Charlesr26
22 June at 11:42PM
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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.
57.7K discussions
340.7K comments
Most recent: Keeping insurance money when you should have used it to buy what you claimed for by Aretnap
22 June at 8:52PM
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Get help with child support or child maintenance arrangements. -
Get help with MoneySaving questions relating to living with a disability.
9.9K discussions
136.5K comments
Most recent: How to buy a stairlift by stormCat99
18 June at 4:21PM
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Discuss the MoneySaving implications of relationships and family life. -
Discover and share MoneySaving ideas for presents and decorations for all kinds of festivals and special occasions.
30.9K discussions
615.9K comments
Most recent: Substantial gift from overseas family by typeractive
22 June at 12:51PM
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Travel & Transport
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Get help with questions about international travel including package holidays.
97.4K discussions
900K comments
Most recent: Get holiday insurance ASAB or wait? by Humphreyshalfmoon
22 June at 8:22PM
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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
149K comments
Most recent: Non-clone towns south of Birmingham by Murphybear
21 June at 2:31AM
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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. -
Cut your car costs: this is the place to discuss motoring MoneySaving.
139.6K discussions
2.1M comments
Most recent: BREAKDOWN Cover - punctured tyre unrepairable question by eschaton
Today at 1:36AM
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Hobbies & Leisure
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Share and find new competitions you’d like to enter to win here. -
Some classic, simple ways to save money: thrifting, spending challenges, charity shopping, meal planning and more. -
Gardening help, plant identification tips, and practical MoneySaving insight for your garden, allotment, or indoor plants
21.3K discussions
261.8K comments
Most recent: Awful weather - typical Brits talk by Dustyevsky
22 June at 10:14PM
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Discuss knitting, crocheting, card-making, modelling and all types of crafts - with a MoneySaving twist.
792 discussions
44.5K comments
Most recent: Cross Stitch and Craft Cafe 2026 - come on in and join us!! by KnottedSkein
22 June at 5:34PM
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Got a question about computers, tablets, software or other tech matters? Find help here. -
Requests to take part in academic/research surveys or studies. Not for discussing paid survey sites or earning from surveys.
205 discussions
567 comments
Most recent: Steel Frame houses in the UK - Survey by AlmostAnAdult33
19 June at 9:26AM
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Discuss & Feedback
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104 discussions
860 comments
Most recent: MSE Forum Poll: How often do you go to see professional sports live at a venue? by silverwhistle
22 June at 10:30AM
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Want to raise awareness of a MoneySaving campaign? You can share experiences and encourage change via discussions here.
415 discussions
3.1K comments
Most recent: Are there any Campaigns about what is happening to GP Practices? by LightFlare
1 June at 8:00AM
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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: How do you rate your bank's service by MSE_Gavin
10 February at 5:18PM
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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: Power of Attorney moving from England to Scotland in 2 years should we do now or Wait by oldernonethewiser
22 May at 5:16PM
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Get mutual support from other MoneySavers by keeping a log of your savings journey. -
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: Ask an Expert - Previous Events by MSE_Stephen
24 October 2025 at 12:55PM
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