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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.
83.6K discussions
628.1K comments
Most recent: Trying to transfer a balance from my Nat West Sainsburys credit card to my Halifax credit card by Growingold
Today at 6:05PM
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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'. -
Discuss premium bonds, regular savings accounts, autosaving apps, shares and much more.
104.5K discussions
1.2M comments
Most recent: reinvesting cash held in Stocks and Shares ISA by melb
Today at 7:24PM
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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
131K comments
Most recent: Experian Subscription - NEED TO CONTACT EXPERIAN! by eskbanker
Today at 7:23PM
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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: Complex Law charging me for cancelling contract re PCP claims by Nasqueron
23 February at 12:30PM
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Share your experiences of reclaiming fees from banks and credit card providers.
19.7K discussions
177.5K comments
Most recent: TSB unauthorised overdraft by MyRealNameToo
20 February at 11:17AM
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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.
125.6K discussions
4.1M comments
Most recent: Teetering on the brink by Newstartforme
Today at 7:29PM
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To help people who are bankrupt rehabilitate their finances, without judgment.
51.4K discussions
489.3K comments
Most recent: Scared and unsure by stanger66
8 March at 6:48AM
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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
620.7K comments
Most recent: I can't find an item I have sold by WLM21
Today at 2:46PM
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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: Daily Mail rewards club thread 4 by redagila Today at 7:38PM -
49.9K discussions 1.1M comments Most recent: Lose weight in '26 with Slimming World & SWIP's. by beanielou Today at 7:20PM -
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 snowmen 7 March at 11:59AM -
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: Money Moral Dilemma: Should I ask friends to pay for a meal when I might have said it was my treat? by n15h
5 March at 10:32AM
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Not sure what your consumer rights are? Discussions here cover faulty goods, refunds, reclaims, scams and more.
52.9K discussions
577.3K comments
Most recent: Amazon Order only received 1 item, others "Delayed Not Yet Shipped" by eskbanker
Today at 7:27PM
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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.
55.1K discussions
597.9K comments
Most recent: Quick mad question on additional contributions! by Mr_Crabbs
Today at 7:41PM
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No-one likes to pay more tax than necessary; get help from other MoneySavers to cut your tax bill.
35.1K discussions
228.6K comments
Most recent: What is the best way to contact HMRC for explanation of tax statement by Dazed_and_C0nfused
Today at 5:47PM
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Discuss employment rights, holiday pay and other work issues.
56.9K discussions
658.3K comments
Most recent: short term, casual work. should i register as self employed? by EnPointe
Today at 11:04AM
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For help with questions about voluntary and compulsory redundancy.
7.5K discussions
41.8K comments
Most recent: Making people redundant by penners324
5 March at 10:00PM
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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.
13K discussions
90K comments
Most recent: Does my business have a value can it be sold?? by MyRealNameToo
Today at 11:28AM
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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: Best charity shops for more expensive items... by Tunstallstoven
8 March at 11:01PM
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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
571.6K comments
Most recent: From Frugal Foundations to Fortified Family Future by Blackcats
Today at 7:34PM
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The place to discuss everything to do with getting a mortgage, remortgaging and more.
111.9K discussions
726.9K comments
Most recent: What remortgage rates are Santander offering existing customers? by Little_bit_taller
Today at 6:58PM
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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
33.9K comments
Most recent: Advice council tax band challenge by lincroft1710
8 March at 3:13PM
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Got a question about home improvement, DIY or home appliances? This is the place to get help from other MoneySavers.
110K discussions
806.3K comments
Most recent: Dispute with IKEA about kitchen panel defect by bjorn_toby_wilde
Today at 7:12PM
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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. -
Discuss landline phone services and TV subscription packages.
117K discussions
981.1K comments
Most recent: Flaw in system or is my company dodgy? by iniltous
Today at 5:02PM
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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
339.7K comments
Most recent: Travel Insurance - Cancellation only without the medical treatment! by luci
Today at 7:05PM
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Get help with child support or child maintenance arrangements.
7.6K discussions
82.9K comments
Most recent: Child Maintenance Service frustrations by sheramber
1 March at 2:18PM
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Get help with MoneySaving questions relating to living with a disability. -
Discuss the MoneySaving implications of relationships and family life.
72.3K discussions
2.2M comments
Most recent: Any advantage to Social Services finding a Care Home? by vonsworld
Today at 7:37PM
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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 mandco
7 March at 1:23PM
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Travel & Transport
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Get help with questions about international travel including package holidays.
97.2K discussions
897.8K comments
Most recent: Emirates Flight Transiting Through Dubai by Clueless12345
Today at 5:59PM
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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
148.8K comments
Most recent: Gigantic tickets misleading refund practices and unfair booking fees by ch3shirecat4
6 March at 2:52PM
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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
50.4K comments
Most recent: MoneySaving for cyclists discussion by Nasqueron
Today at 9:46AM
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Cut your car costs: this is the place to discuss motoring MoneySaving.
138.5K discussions
2.1M comments
Most recent: bw legal - Final demand from Link parking by Coupon-mad
Today at 7:41PM
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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: 12/03 10am Win Logitech Desk Upgrade (TW) by prwilson Today at 7:34PM -
Some classic, simple ways to save money: thrifting, spending challenges, charity shopping, meal planning and more.
48K discussions
2.3M comments
Most recent: Cooking for one (Mark Three) by justkeepswimmimg
Today at 7:30PM
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Gardening help, plant identification tips, and practical MoneySaving insight for your garden, allotment, or indoor plants
21.2K discussions
260.5K comments
Most recent: What can we grow in this corner? by jackieblack
Today at 5:58PM
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Discuss knitting, crocheting, card-making, modelling and all types of crafts - with a MoneySaving twist.
791 discussions
44.4K comments
Most recent: Landscape binder with spine on short side by Glad
Today at 7:38PM
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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: Ok, veteran electronics boffins - what's this wee project? by sausage_time
Today at 7:32PM
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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
563 comments
Most recent: UK sole traders: what admin task steals the most time each week? by ProcessMatters
2 February at 4:48AM
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Discuss & Feedback
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86 discussions
580 comments
Most recent: MSE Forum Poll: Have you ever asked a restaurant to remove an optional service charge? by Van_Girl
6 March at 5:31PM
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Need help using the MSE Forum, or want to share feedback about how this website works?
10.3K discussions
114K comments
Most recent: Can't expand quote to show all text (Down-arrow missing/unclickable) by Grumpy_chap
Today at 5:48PM
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Want to raise awareness of a MoneySaving campaign? You can share experiences and encourage change via discussions here.
411 discussions
3.1K comments
Most recent: Not everyone uses a Mobile Phone by no_real_names_please
8 March at 7:42AM
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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 4:18PM
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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
36K comments
Most recent: 2nd test post by my-username
2 March at 10:00AM
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Get mutual support from other MoneySavers by keeping a log of your savings journey.
1.4K discussions
72.5K comments
Most recent: Escape to the country & living off savings by Tresinia511
Today at 5:26PM
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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 11:55AM
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