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Archives for October 2018

Initiative Q
I've seen loads of Posts on Facebook recently about Initiative Q. I'm extremely sceptical about this and have not signed up. But I can see that several of my FB friends have signed up, many of whom I consider to be savvy and worldly-wise. What do you make of this Initiative?
Advert Money Challenge - Earn £200 Before Christmas
Another challenge, similar to the Lent challenge, but I've given myself a bit more time. I do have some Greatcontent money due and I do some gardening and a small bit of writing so I think I can manage this but to it's worthwhile to go over the amount so maybe a well paid magazine gig? I can but try.
Do too many employers destroy my tax payments?
I'm a stay at home Mum of one. (Originally a teacher until the start of this year.) To keep myself busy and help overpay the mortgage I've taken on a number of part time jobs around the time that I am solely responsible for my son. My main job is working nights in a supermarket at the weekends. I also mark coursework for…
Christmas Gift Baskets
With Christmas looming I am thinking of starting a little side hustle of Christmas Gift baskets. I was wondering if anyone had tried this and whether it had been successful. Also does anyone know if there are any rules/ laws about putting in things like chocolate or coffee. I am assuming as I am not producing the food I…
Dog Hosts
Hi, I'm looking at doing some self employed work acting as a host for a dog business that offers home boarding. How do I declare this money to the tax man?
Anyone written a kindle book?
As title. Just curious.
Adultwork
I'm going to start webcam work (s*x webcam) and I was wondering how I'd register my business name and profession? Surely I couldn't just put 'webcam worker'?
Make Money Online - discuss the MSE guide
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Bingo
I know bingo is a gamble, but anyone make decent money out of it?
Advice on earning from art commission /custom work.
Ok so I've just started creating some digital art and have started to upload it onto Instagram. I've gathered quite a following on Instagram and my posts have started to gain 1,000 likes etc to the point where people have been messaging me asking me to make them custom work for album art etc. I thought this might be a good…
Dog walking service
Hi, I have just started a dog walking service - I also will do 'drop ins' where I go and see the dog at home, feed if necessary, let out in the garden and spend some time with it. I have a website and also a page on Facebook and have picked up 2 clients (only been going a week so not bad!) My question is does anyone else…
MSE "Boost your Income" Query
I'm currently on Maternity Leave and the SMP has hit us hard as I have lost more than half my wage for the next 6 months and sadly unable to find someone to babysit if I went back to work. I was looking up ideas to find some additional income which wasn't working as I know the tax man and work would love to get some extra…
Help me! Can i earn by typing?
I have 60 wpm speed of typing but don't know any legit source of earning online. Can anyone help me?
phoneography / stock images
hi all, posting up here as was reading in someones diary how they were looking in this forum for ways to boost income and i have an idea that may work for some of you so thought i'd share. stock photography, every article you see every day on news apps or papers always have a photo showing the "concept" or the idea of the…
Delivering local free newspaper
How much are you paid on average to deliver the free weekly newspaper these days if your area has one? I know my area has rounds available all with around 200-250 papers per round. Trying to work out if it will be worth doing one for some extra money. I did local free paper delivery when I was in high school going on for…
Is M&S not giving cashback on TCB at the moment?
Does anyone know if Marks & Spencer have stopped giving cashback at the moment for clothing, home etc on Topcashback? I see they still do for M&S Ireland but, for the first time ever, I see it's not available to choose on Topcashback. :(
Gift hulk 'guess the card'
Just getting back into the survey sites again. The gift hulk guess the card game doesnt seem to be working. Takes the chips when you press it but card doesnt turn over. anyone else having problems?
Shopprize
Hi, does anyone know where I can find a list of shops that Shopprize accepts receipts from please? TIA :)
Newbie
Hi guys, I’m newbie. I’d like to join in for sharing .Thank all.
Quora Partner Program
The Quora (question and answer website) has just started a "Partner program" so if you write a question they share their revenue with you. It can be quite lucrative by the look of it, some questions have generated over £100 for their authors. I've not been so successful myself but it is worth a look if you have an…

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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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