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Banking & Borrowing
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A place to discuss all things credit card-related with other MoneySavers.
83.6K discussions
628.8K comments
Most recent: Capitol One took more than amount stated in email by lr1277
Today at 4:49PM
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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
315.1K comments
Most recent: New MSE car refinancing guide by Kellentz
4 May at 2:01PM
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Discuss premium bonds, regular savings accounts, autosaving apps, shares and much more.
105K discussions
1.2M comments
Most recent: Cash ISAs: The Best Currently Available List by Dizzycap
Today at 11:51PM
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Discuss bank accounts, banking apps, budgeting hacks and how to organise your money.
57.3K discussions
628.8K comments
Most recent: Paying a deposit for bathroom materials pre-installation by Rob5342
Today at 7:52PM
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Discuss everything to do with credit checks and credit reference agencies.
19K discussions
131.1K comments
Most recent: experian "settled account" by Flugelhorn
Today at 9:26PM
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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: ONE CALL/PROTECT Insurance by Nasqueron
30 April at 9:38AM
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Share your experiences of reclaiming fees from banks and credit card providers.
19.7K discussions
177.5K comments
Most recent: Financial Ombudsman and Section 140A judicial review claims by dunstonh
2 May at 4:12PM
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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: DRO recent credit question by bdl23xx
Today at 1:07AM
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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
621.1K comments
Most recent: buyers casually asking for immmediate dispatch after purchase... by Ms_Chocaholic
Today at 10:43PM
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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: Money Moral Dilemma: Is it fair to keep the loyalty points from doing my neighbour’s shopping? by TurbulentCourage Today at 11:16PM -
50K discussions 1.1M comments Most recent: Renewables: "talking 'bout my generation" by Coastalwatch Today at 10:40PM -
Spotted a bargain in your local area or town? Let other local MoneySavers know!20.6K discussions 161.8K comments Most recent: How can you confirm a bank payment was actually sent (without relying on screenshots)? by roarrory33 23 April at 2:17PM -
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: Do you tip in restaurants? by DBW_0987
7 April at 1:12PM
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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.
32.1K discussions
429.4K comments
Most recent: Premier Inn Dynamic Pricing by Grumpy_chap
Today at 7:21PM
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Work, Benefits & Business
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For help with everything to do with pensions and retirement.
55.4K discussions
601.8K comments
Most recent: Diabolical pension inheritance tax on death 2027. by Bostonerimus1
Today at 11:55PM
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No-one likes to pay more tax than necessary; get help from other MoneySavers to cut your tax bill.
35.2K discussions
229.7K comments
Most recent: Will HMRC Pay Me Interest? by Dazed_and_C0nfused
Today at 11:33PM
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Discuss employment rights, holiday pay and other work issues. -
For help with questions about voluntary and compulsory redundancy.
7.5K discussions
41.8K comments
Most recent: Continuous service in local government. by maman
30 April at 4:34PM
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Get help discovering which benefits you are entitled to - and how to claim them.
76K discussions
681.2K comments
Most recent: UC:Mix age couple Migration Notice by Claretblue75
Today at 6:22PM
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Running your own business? This is the place for MoneySaving questions for small traders.
13.1K discussions
90.1K comments
Most recent: SumUp - referral code to yourself (free/cheap new card reader) by Grumpy_chap
Today at 7:27PM
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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: Easy access and longer term savings accounts for a charity by SCJB
20 April at 1:45PM
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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. -
The place to discuss everything to do with getting a mortgage, remortgaging and more.
112K discussions
727.5K comments
Most recent: Will i have to pay the higher stamp fee by Land_Registry
Today at 8:59PM
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For all questions to do with buying, selling, renting and letting homes.
172.3K discussions
2.1M comments
Most recent: Converted outbuilding by HillStreetBlues
Today at 10:57PM
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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!
4.6K discussions
33.9K comments
Most recent: Dividing house into two - Council Tax by mrs.frugal
Today at 8:43PM
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Got a question about home improvement, DIY or home appliances? This is the place to get help from other MoneySavers. -
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.
79K discussions
815.4K comments
Most recent: Octopus Intelligent Go 6 hour changes being rolled out. by MWT
Today at 11:33PM
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Discuss landline phone services and TV subscription packages.
117.1K discussions
982.6K comments
Most recent: Vodafone BB instalation by Baldytyke88
Today at 10:44PM
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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: When should I stop paying maintenance? by CurlySue2017
24 April at 1:39PM
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Get help with MoneySaving questions relating to living with a disability.
9.9K discussions
136.4K comments
Most recent: PIP review – reuse original answers or reword? by Muttleythefrog
Today at 11:24PM
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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
615.8K comments
Most recent: Santa Baby - it's the 2026 Christmas Chatter Thread!! by PennysIntoPounds
2 May at 9:30PM
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Travel & Transport
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Get help with questions about international travel including package holidays.
97.3K discussions
899.1K comments
Most recent: Standalone Quad Bike Insurance for holiday by twopenny
Today at 9:13PM
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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
148.9K comments
Most recent: Scottish holiday suggestions? by sheramber
5 May at 9:48PM
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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.
3.9K discussions
50.6K comments
Most recent: Visitor Oyster Cards - how do they work? by flaneurs_lobster
6 May at 12:16PM
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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: 05/06 (MD) Win an overnight night stay at Slaley Hall by Haribobo19 Today at 11:47PM -
Some classic, simple ways to save money: thrifting, spending challenges, charity shopping, meal planning and more.
48.1K discussions
2.3M comments
Most recent: Cooking for one (Mark Three) by Brambling
Today at 11:51PM
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Gardening help, plant identification tips, and practical MoneySaving insight for your garden, allotment, or indoor plants
21.3K discussions
261.2K comments
Most recent: Awful weather - typical Brits talk by LessImpecunious
Today at 11:17PM
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Discuss knitting, crocheting, card-making, modelling and all types of crafts - with a MoneySaving twist.
791 discussions
44.5K comments
Most recent: Cross Stitch and Craft Cafe 2026 - come on in and join us!! by Coxy11
Today at 5:54PM
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Requests to take part in academic/research surveys or studies. Not for discussing paid survey sites or earning from surveys.
204 discussions
565 comments
Most recent: UK Retail Investors — Academic Survey on Investment Behaviour During COVID Crash, Mini Budget & SVB by MBAStudent1
28 April at 8:02PM
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Discuss & Feedback
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97 discussions
753 comments
Most recent: MSE Forum Poll: How often do you abandon an online basket? by borders
Today at 6:54PM
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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 itsthelittlethings
29 April at 5:48PM
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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: BBC Question Time by flaneurs_lobster
30 April at 12:28PM
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Get mutual support from other MoneySavers by keeping a log of your savings journey.
1.4K discussions
72.7K comments
Most recent: Now for a healthier, wealthier me by LittleMissDetermined
Today at 7:42AM
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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: Ask an Expert - Previous Events by MSE_Stephen
24 October 2025 at 12:55PM
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