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30% off final value on eBay
Hi all I got a message from eBay to say I get 30% off the final value of 100 listings. Just thought this might be of interest to someone. I am listing 1 item a day on eBay as per a post I saw via the newsletter. Does anyone know how I can find/subscribe to this challenge? I have tried searching it but can't seem to find…
The NSD March Easter Egg Hunt Challenge!
Yes folks,Easter approacheth,meaning that we will soon have our hands full of that old favourite:anchovy and fennel chocolate Easter eggs,as much beloved by Cheffie and his [STRIKE]rusty[STRIKE][/STRIKE][/STRIKE],sorry,trusty sidekick Igor. Mrs Doyle will be on hand with her restorative cups of tea and egg sandwiches.…
NST March TURTLES ARE TOUGH
NST MARCH TURTLES ARE TOUGH :j:j:j:j:j:j:j:j:j:j:j:j:j:j:j March starts with Mother's Day (6th) and ends with Easter (GF 25th) and then there's also the 17th. Some of you will have holidays booked (please feel free to join the challenge suitably adjusted). Have you extra childcare needs/ expenditure? Food budgets may need…
~Make £10 a day March 2016 ~ everybody most welcome to join
:hello: Hello and welcome everybody This is the 103rd month of this challenge, which was first started by Batgirl, in September 2007. Thanks to Batgirl for starting it, Rawdinosaur, Emmaglet, Nat21luv, Monkeynut, Sweetpeas, Purpleroses, JesaRose, MizMir for keeping the thread going. I know this first post is long, but…
Debt problems
$10+ a day Neobux Challenge 2016
I will be adding quite a bit of information to this first post ASAP regarding how to earn - I need to write it first lol, please check frequently for new info! This challenge was inspired by the Amazing £10 per day thread :A and is specifically for earning on Neobux. If you haven't joined the site yet please consider using…
Sell to live for 1 year
I think I am probably crazy even attempting this ,however I have been reading a lot about minimilism .I am hoping to raise the food,dinner money,entertainment money each week by selling stuff and not touching the bank .My normal dd for mortgage ect will still come off not going too mad here but hope to make the money for…
budget help
Hi Everyone I had a bad fall at home back in March last year and reluctantly had to go part time due to constant discomfort from hips and knees,in the job I am doing. I live in a park home,and although my outgoings are modest,still have to be paid for Now doing so my salary has had taken a dive of course,my salary is going…
50p Savers 2016
Hey Guys & Gals, I know there was a thread for this last year but to date I haven't come across one for 2016. I am going to save up 50p in a tin at home then at the end of the year will cash them in to either pay to the debt, treat myself to something nice or save. My aim is to save £150 in total. Hope there are more of us…
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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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