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Archives for April 2008

Saved my relationship - does that count?
This site helped inspire me to pay of 12k debt. I've now been able to take a 3k pay cut to do a job I love, I'm now stress free & a different person & OH can cope with me again :o :rotfl: :rotfl: Course, only with him till I meet Martin :rotfl: :rotfl:
Quidco
I got my insurance renewals through for car, buildings and contents from the post office. They had all gone up significantly, car £27 per month to £34 per month and buildings and contents from £17 per month to £20 per month. After reading throught this forum I joined quidco and got insurance through them. WOW what a…
Haggle on the High Street
I just ordered a new hearing aid The original price quoted was £2395 I did a comparison on the Net and saw the same aid as low as £1500. The company said they dont price match internet prices BUT when i said i was going to buy off the net Their price came down to £1800 which includes a keyfob remote control that normally…
Thank you
Just wanted to say thanks to Martin & everyone who puts work into this site. I've got to grips with money for the first time in my life (47 a bit late to pull your head out of the bucket). I claimed back bank charges 4k, I checked my house insurance (now half the price it used to be), today I bought cat food on line (£7…
My new MSE bedroom
See thread here
Saving on Printer Ink.
Hi, I was spending £10 a time on the Black Ink cartridge alone for my canon pixma printer. I've recently found this site http://www.buycompatible.co.uk and a black cartridge was only £2.47!! I'm very happy. JJ
No fool like an old fool!
I saw the Betfair offer of £25 bet and your money back on the National. Cannot lose, I thought. In order to get betting you had to give a credit card number and £2 would be taken, just to verify your identity and age. Hey only £2. I got the £25 back. So only lost £2 as I bet it as well. But the credit card charged a £3…
£34 car insurance!!!
Just thought I'd let ya know of my result when it came to car insurance today. Went through all the screenscrapers etc and got a best quote for £134.40 from Churchill - not bad at £140 less than my renewal quote! So then looked to see what cashback sites did Chruchill and see that Quidco offer £100, so all being well, once…
worth ringing about insurance
:money: contents and building insurance hi i got saving of £197 i used confused.com and then i rang barclays who are my current provider this year they wanted £506 :eek: i told them i was going to leave they asked me a few questions and brought it down to £309 :D which i took as it was equal to the confused quote
What a guy!
What can I say, Martin me old mate, you rock! The amount of cash I've saved listening to this young man is unbelievable! Not to mention the superb input from the members, the discount codes alone save me on average a fiver a week on my tesco shop, over a year that equates to a free Xmas shop! I've also dabbled in some of…
I saved on Prices at West Midlands Safari Park
I read on this forum, or it might have been the e-mail from Martin (can't remember now) about saving the coupons from the Kellogg's Cereals to get in cheaply at the Zoo. One paying adult, child goes in FREE. So, therefore, we went to West Midlands Safari Park on Monday, myself, DH, and our 2 young girls. Cost as follows:-…
hair care problem
hi friends , Can anyone suggest me solution for hair loss problem

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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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