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Archives for August 2021

LoveRewards
Couldn't find an existing thread on this... Has anyone else tried using this website? Similar to Oh My Dosh. Would be interested to get some views... Started off very good but they keep making changes like slower withdrawal times. I find a lot of lot of the offers way too spammy but once you've signed up you can…
Ideas for making £3 per day for savings?
I would love your ideas and suggestions on how to make £3 per day.
Spam Overload
Clicked on a link some time ago through MSE e-mail to 'test drive' products and equipment. To date I have not sampled anything as I am inundated with absolutely disgusting messages and Bitcoin offers, amongst others, and I cannot tell which ones are genuine so simply have to delete them from Spam. I did message MSE asking…
Vinted: Sending more than one item together
Is there a way to send more than one item to the same address in the same parcel if sending via a locker such as inter post? A buyer has purchased three items separately and so when it came to printing out the address labels each have their own individual code. Thank you for any help.
Paid music reviews
Are there any websites which pay for reviews of music?
Slicethepie
Signed up to Slicethepie a few years ago but I stopped doing anything there and hadn't heard from them for ages, until the past couple of months. Just got another email about bonus reviews on audio branding, and it says you can get 25 cents per review at the moment - although maybe that's on top of the usual amount because…
Selling a broken Smart TV
Hi, Does anyone know if there is a company that collects and buys old TV’s for parts? Have a Samsung smart TV which keeps turning itself off and on by itself, don’t really want to dump it. Have opened the back up and can assume some part needs to be replaced.
Gold coins or gold bars
I'm asking this question on behalf of an elder family member who doesn't go online much. Some cultures/families invest in gold jewellery 'for the future' and 'just in case'. Whilst some families wear it, no one does in ours. So you'll end up with unworn jewellery on the shelf which seems like a waste. People don't even…
Nielsen shopping panel - website
I wanted to log in to my Nielsen account to redeem some rewards, and when I go to the link on the website when I first signed up last year https://www.nielsenpurchasepanel.com/uk, it doesnt work. Have they changed their web address?
Some advice on cashing out on mingle survey site
I am trying to cash out on mingle survey site ,but its asking for SWFIT/BIC and IBN,? never came across this before when cashing out. anyone can help please
Make Money Online 100% Guaranteed
Okay, here is a good question and one I am keen to be answered. I lost my job last year, partly due to Covid, and, because of my age I have decided on semi-retirement. So I need to make money online. Now, believe me, I have lost count of the number of websites and YouTube videos I have checked over the past six months. I…
Quidco
What has happened to Quidco – they used to be brilliant and had excellent customer support Now – they appear to have lost their way – they sent me an email this morning with a link to a new “Monthly bonus” which doesn’t work They don’t respond to “live chat” for days – and I am a premium member Their BOT is totally useless…

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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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