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MSE Forum Poll - Have you started planning for Christmas?
Believe it or not, today (16th Sep) marks 100 days until Christmas Day. For some of us that means Yuletide lists are already underway and the budget spreadsheet is out; for others, the festive season feels like a lifetime away. Whether you're the type to have everything wrapped up by October or you'd rather not think about…
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New Feature: User Following
Hi everyone, From today, you can follow other forum users. When someone you follow starts a new discussion or adds a comment, you can choose to receive a forum notification or email alert. You can also view and manage the people you follow from your account. You can now filter Latest Threads to show posts from people you…
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Forum Ambassadors List 2026/2027
Here you’ll find the full list of current Ambassadors and Senior Ambassadors (SA) across the various Forum boards. Senior Ambassadors and Ambassadors are there to support on certain boards. But if you have a question or query on any of the boards, you can always email forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com. BOARD AMBASSADOR(S) 🏦…
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Get sent trending Forum threads by email
Hello fantastic Forumites! We're excited to announce a new feature that has recently gone live on the Forum for all our users - a regular personalised round-up of trending Forum threads delivered straight to your email inbox! Simply head to your Notification Preferences, scroll down to Email Digest, et voilà! You can…
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Forum Highlights 18th Sep: Parquet floors, phones & cash prizes
This week's top MSE Forum talking points have all been about getting things in the home fixed up before winter, from washing machines to chest freezers and double glazing to parquet flooring. Read on for more MoneySaving wisdom from our online community.…
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MSE Forum Poll: What kind of receipt do you prefer from shops?
Whether you're buying some new clothes, a snazzy gadget or just picking up a pint of milk, there's a good chance you'll be asked one familiar question at the till: "Would you like your receipt?" Some people still prefer a paper receipt they can tuck into a wallet or folder, while others are happy with a digital version…
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Forum Highlights 11th Sep: Cameras, compensation & composting
As consumers it's tempting to vent online when things don't go quite right, but on the MSE Forum we also love to hear success stories – whether it's cutting your broadband bill or claiming compensation for a delayed flight. Read on for our pick of this week's MoneySaving topics.…
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MSE Forum Poll: How good is your bank's mobile app?
Not all banking apps are made equal. While some have slick interfaces and snazzy features, others can be a pain to navigate. How would you rate your bank's app? If you have several, focus on the one you use most. Vote in the poll then share your thoughts in the thread.
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Forum Highlights 4th Sep: Wall panels, pillows & DVD players
This week MoneySavers have been seeking and sharing wisdom about improvements to every room and space in the home and garden, from the bedroom to the kitchen and the lawn to the patio. Read on for more of the week's MSE Forum talking points. https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/team-blog/2026/09/forum-highlights-04-09-2026/…
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MSE Forum Poll: How often do you check out yellow sticker items in supermarkets?
Reduced-to-clear items can be a beacon of MoneySaving when it comes to your grocery shop, but just how regularly do you seek out the yellow sticker goods when ambling down the aisles? Vote in the poll then share your thoughts in the thread.
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Forum Highlights 28th Aug: Makeup, music streaming & loo cleaning
This week we reached the point where there are four months till Christmas – but in one corner of the MSE Forum it's yuletide all year round as MoneySavers plot their festive preparations. Read on for more of the latest talking points. https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/team-blog/2026/08/forum-highlights-28-08-2026/ Seen…
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MSE Forum Poll: When you're just short of free delivery, what do you usually do?
Lots of online retailers offer free delivery if you spend over a certain amount, and there are invariably times when your basket is a little shy of qualifying. What tends to be your response? Is the prospect of free delivery enough of a carrot to get you to buy more stuff? Vote in the poll then share your thoughts in the…
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Forum Highlights 21st Aug: Teenagers, toothbrushes & toasters
A good breakfast sets the tone for the day ahead so when you pop some bread in the toaster, you want it to come out just right. One MoneySaver is on a quest to find the ultimate toaster that doesn't produce a disappointingly uneven result. Read on for more about that and a selection from the rest of this week's MSE Forum…
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Forum Highlights 14th Aug: Driving to work, ducklings & Dutch trains
September is often a time for new starts and this week Forumites have been preparing for the next phase of educational and professional life, discussing name tapes for school uniforms, options for commuting to work and generally getting a better handle on personal finances. Read on for more about all that and the rest of…
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MSE Forum Poll: How often do you review your Direct Debits and standing orders?
Out-of-date subscriptions, free trials that you forgot to cancel, unused gym memberships…these sorts of payments can be silently taking chunks out of your bank balance if you're not careful. Staying on top of them is a good way to keep your finances in check (and protect yourself from scams), but remembering to find the…
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Forum Highlights 7th Aug: Doomscrolling, houseplants & getting ready to retire
This week Forumites have been giving thought to what happens when it's time to retire. MoneySavers have been talking about how it felt once they'd made their retirement date official, whilst another MSE Forum user is looking for tips on putting their affairs in order for a smooth transition.…
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MSE Forum poll: How often do you ask for a 'doggy bag' for your leftovers at a restaurant?
Whether it's to cut down on food waste, get better value for money, or enjoy tomorrow's lunch, taking leftovers home after a meal out can be a smart move. Yet plenty of people still feel a bit awkward about asking for a doggy bag. When you're eating at a restaurant and don't finish your meal, how often do you ask to take…
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MSE Forum Poll: Which device do you use the most to make online purchases?
There's been a meme doing the rounds for a while about millennials preferring to make big online purchases using a laptop instead of a smartphone. Is it a sense of accuracy and security from using a physical keyboard? Perhaps the bigger screen makes it easier to see pictures or read vital information? Maybe it's just the…
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Forum Highlights 25th Jul: bags, bees & building up savings
The beauty of the MSE Forum is that it's a place for real people to freely share their knowledge and experience with one another. Let's explore what MoneySavers have been chatting about this week. https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/team-blog/2026/07/forum-highlights-24-07-2026/ Seen something on the Forum we should include…
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Forum Highlights 31st Jul: White chocolate, crochet baskets & clean cupboards
When one MoneySaver found their preferred white chocolate was no longer on the shelves, naturally they turned to the MSE Forum to find a cost-conscious tasty alternative. Read on for more on that and the rest of the week's top discussions. https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/team-blog/2026/07/forum-highlights-31-07-2026/…
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MSE Forum poll: Do you keep an emergency fund?
An emergency fund can be a real financial safety net, whether it’s there for a broken boiler, an unexpected bill or a sudden loss of income, but not everyone is in the same position when it comes to building one up. We’d love to hear how you approach it
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MSE Forum Poll: How do you usually cover big annual costs (MOT, insurance, birthdays, Christmas)?
With the realisation that my contents insurance is due to renew tomorrow and I need to switch it to a more advantageous card, this week we're asking how you deal with big annual expenses such as insurance and seasonal festivities.
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Forum Highlights 17th Jul: Electric cars, long-haul flights & weed-covered patios
This week MoneySavers have been seeking and sharing tips for dealing with problems around the home and garden – as well as planning for long-distance summer travel. Let's explore some of this week's MSE Forum talking points. https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/team-blog/2026/07/forum-highlights-17-07-2026/ Seen something on…
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MSE Forum Poll: What's the longest you've kept a mobile phone?
Holding on to your current mobile phone for as long as possible can certainly be a good way to save money, and sometimes getting an 'upgrade' isn't actually that much of an improvement (like in MSE Rob's experience). But the promise of new features, slicker designs and better technical support can sometimes be very…
