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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
628.2K comments
Most recent: Transferred balance, should I reduce credit limit? by flaneurs_lobster
19 March at 11:30PM
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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
315K comments
Most recent: Minimising ERC on Tesco loan by retiredbanker1
19 March at 6:27PM
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Discuss premium bonds, regular savings accounts, autosaving apps, shares and much more.
104.6K discussions
1.2M comments
Most recent: Nationwide 2 year fixed ISA advice by Woodstok2000
Today at 9:33AM
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Discuss bank accounts, banking apps, budgeting hacks and how to organise your money.
57.2K discussions
627.2K comments
Most recent: Zopa Biscuit account cashback offer for Android users by Zanderman
Today at 8:20AM
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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: Admiral insurance ‘we are sending money your way’ by dunstonh
10 March at 7:33PM
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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.
125.7K discussions
4.1M comments
Most recent: Marvellous March's No-Spend Days Challenge! by beanielou
Today at 9:12AM
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To help people who are bankrupt rehabilitate their finances, without judgment.
51.4K discussions
489.3K comments
Most recent: Car? Options now bankrupt by stanger66
19 March at 9:07PM
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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
620.8K comments
Most recent: Evri, back to damaging parcels by Pollycat
19 March at 7:19PM
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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 Molly4 Today at 6:31AM -
49.9K discussions 1.1M comments Most recent: How much to live on by helensbiggestfan Today at 8:47AM -
Spotted a bargain in your local area or town? Let other local MoneySavers know!20.6K discussions 161.8K comments Most recent: (Restricted Content) by sassyasiancat 18 March at 2:40PM -
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 Cantandrex
18 March at 12:18AM
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Not sure what your consumer rights are? Discussions here cover faulty goods, refunds, reclaims, scams and more.
52.9K discussions
577.7K comments
Most recent: Faulty hob after 3 years - still in warranty by aj9648
Today at 8:27AM
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A place to share your experiences as a consumer with other MoneySavers.
32.1K discussions
429.2K comments
Most recent: Death Certificate retention by p00hsticks
19 March at 10:24PM
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Work, Benefits & Business
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For help with everything to do with pensions and retirement.
55.2K discussions
598.5K comments
Most recent: Missing employer pension contribution on final payslip by Blownalot68
Today at 9:24AM
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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: Help with council tax by thewarmcoconut
19 March at 10:42PM
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Discuss employment rights, holiday pay and other work issues.
56.9K discussions
658.4K comments
Most recent: Untaxed ex-gratia payment to retire early by Undervalued
Today at 9:30AM
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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. -
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: subscriptions for small non profit clubs by HobgoblinBT
18 March at 3:28PM
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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
572.4K comments
Most recent: CrazyBee wants to be Mortgage Free! by CrazyBee787
Today at 9:34AM
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The place to discuss everything to do with getting a mortgage, remortgaging and more.
111.9K discussions
727.1K comments
Most recent: Is there any benefit to overpaying in my circumstances? by pb3
Today at 9:31AM
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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: Challenging Council Tax Band Solely On Price? by lincroft1710
19 March at 2:59PM
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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
806.6K comments
Most recent: Heat Pump Tumble Drier - air/heat output by Chickereeeee
Today at 9:11AM
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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.
78.8K discussions
812.2K comments
Most recent: Using electricity in the barn that has not been paid for - HELP! by elsien
Today at 9:28AM
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Discuss landline phone services and TV subscription packages.
117K discussions
981.3K comments
Most recent: Leaving Sky mid-contract for VM Broadband as port landline to Plexatalk by MyRealNameToo
Today at 9:28AM
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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.
57.6K discussions
339.9K comments
Most recent: Home insurer won't cover building work, is cancelling policy - any recommendations? by MyRealNameToo
19 March at 8:02AM
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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
136.3K comments
Most recent: Emergency pendants by MayDogsandCoffee
19 March at 4:03PM
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Discuss the MoneySaving implications of relationships and family life.
72.4K discussions
2.2M comments
Most recent: Delaying inheritance for will beneficiaries by Keep_pedalling
Today at 9:33AM
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Discover and share MoneySaving ideas for presents and decorations for all kinds of festivals and special occasions.
30.9K discussions
615.8K comments
Most recent: Santa Baby - it's the 2026 Christmas Chatter Thread!! by Spendless
Today at 9:22AM
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Travel & Transport
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Get help with questions about international travel including package holidays.
97.2K discussions
898.1K comments
Most recent: Does anybody have experience of a TUI package holiday using another carrier ? by daveyjp
Today at 9:29AM
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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: Money Moral Dilemma: Who should pay the bar bill for the hotel stay I got my mum and dad? by Faceuptoreality
19 March at 7:15PM
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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.
138.6K discussions
2.1M comments
Most recent: PCN West Northamptonshire Council by Woodstok2000
Today at 9:35AM
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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: 03/04 Win a family ticket to Ramses and the Pharaohs’ Gold exhibition [FIRST NEWS] by McLennan Today at 9:31AM -
Some classic, simple ways to save money: thrifting, spending challenges, charity shopping, meal planning and more.
48K discussions
2.3M comments
Most recent: 5 OS pleasures in your day today - part 3 by PaulieHerts
Today at 9:21AM
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Gardening help, plant identification tips, and practical MoneySaving insight for your garden, allotment, or indoor plants
21.2K discussions
260.6K comments
Most recent: Awful weather - typical Brits talk by Dustyevsky
Today at 8:54AM
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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: Cross Stitch and Craft Cafe 2026 - come on in and join us!! by Sea_Shell
18 March at 8:18AM
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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: Microsoft OneDrive is baffling me...and driving me nuts by mta999
19 March at 2:28PM
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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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89 discussions
593 comments
Most recent: MSE Forum Poll: What contactless spending limit would you be comfortable with? by twopenny
19 March at 4:21PM
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Want to raise awareness of a MoneySaving campaign? You can share experiences and encourage change via discussions here.
412 discussions
3.1K comments
Most recent: MSE News: Martin Lewis: Simple 'Share Once' service needed for people with mental health problems by J0nes
18 March at 10:05AM
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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 MSE_Stephen
12 March at 9:35AM
Sub-categories: The MoneySaving books -
Get mutual support from other MoneySavers by keeping a log of your savings journey.
1.4K discussions
72.6K comments
Most recent: Escape to the country & living off savings by Skint_yet_Again
Today at 8:18AM
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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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