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Martin's blogs & appearances & MSE in the news

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Old Style Cleaning!
We are looking for someone who refuses to spend money on branded cleaning products and prefers to use every day items such as Vinegar and Bicarb of Soda. Do you have some great thrifty tips that you could share with other moneysavers? Pleas email…
Episode 7 - Your Views
It's started!
'Thank you for all the thanks' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's “Thank you from the MSF and I for all the thanks” blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's 'Thank you from the MSF and I for all the thanks' Blog. Click reply to discuss below.
budget planner download
I have downloaded the budget planner and it looks very useful but I can't use it!! because the 'unprotect sheet command' asks for a password?! does anyone know this password so I can start using the budget planner please !! :mad:
I’m very proud the MSG’s agreed to become the MSF Blog Discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's “I’m very proud the MSG’s agreed to become the MSF” blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's 'I’m very proud the MSG’s agreed to become the MSF...' Blog. Click reply to discuss below.
Out, damn spot! Blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's "Out, damn spot!” blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's 'Out damn spot!' Blog. Click reply to discuss below.
Martin & ITPTW on BBC 1 last night[29/2/08]
Did anyone else see Martin last night on Inside Out last night? It was only on BBC Noth West but it is on bbc.co.uk/insideout/northwest for anyone who missed it. It showed local boy Martin filming IPTW and also working on MSE. He was his usual interesting and enthusiastic self. It was explained how hard he works [don't we…
Why a bank charges win doesn’t mean the end of ‘free banking’ blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's 'Why a bank charges win doesn’t mean the end of ‘free banking’ blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's Why 'Bank charges doesn’t mean the end of ‘free banking’ Blog. Click reply to discuss below.
Idea for the show Water Bills versus water Meters
Hi Just a thought how many people out there are paying way too much for water bills. My mum was on a bill and i told her to get a meter and she more than halved the money she was paying. Not everyone knows you can try out the meter and if you don't save money or your not happy you can change back within the year. Just a…
Budgeting!
Are you looking for help juggling your finances? Do you think you overspend each month and worry that it will get you into financial problems? We are filming a 'It Pays To Watch' on Budget Planning and Money Makeovers. Do you think that you need Martin's help getting your finances back on track? If so, please call Guy on…
Cheap MOTs - Share your story on TV
Have you flexed your money-saving muscle and slashed the cost of your car's MOT by following Martin's nifty advice? Were you sick and tired of huge repair bills everytime your car went in for an MOT and switched to a council test centre instead. If so, get in touch and tell us your story. Email us at:…
it pays to watch yes but they have a loophole not to pay
Hi, Is there anyone that can help me through a loophole a company Redcats Vetbaudet - kids Catalogue has over me (yes they were fined, yes i have tried the template letters) :mad: They misold me a Total Cover back in dec 2004, but the ombudsman has no authority over cases before jan 2005. Thats what they say....:eek: They…
**Different Wednesday Alert**
We don't want the children frightened tonight so please read this first :D http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=762959
'Should I say hi to people or keep my head down…' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's “Should I say hi to people or keep my head down…” blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's 'Should I say hi to people or keep my head down…' Blog. Click reply to discuss below.
Cutting Car Insurance
:eek: WOW I was amazed it actually works. This was the first time i have actually tried and tested the advice given and i have saved myself nearly £100 on my car insurance :j :money: Go do it now, don't miss out on this easy money saver. I found the step by step guide was sooo easy to follow. Thanx Guys N Gals :beer:
'The Insurance Thugs Dream Team Back Together…' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's "The Insurance Thugs Dream Team Back Together…” blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's 'The Insurance Thugs Dream Team Back Together…' Blog. Click reply to discuss below.
Want to save money on your medicines?
Do you have a medicine cabinet bursting at the seams with 'big brand' pills, creams and syrups? Will you only buy well known names when it comes to treating your coughs, colds and sneezes? If so, we want to hear from you. Let Martin show you how you can cure your ailments just as effectively at a fraction of the cost. Get…
Reader's Digest March 2008 pg 132 Martin Lewis
I see moneysavingexpert.com and Martin got a mention in the Reader's Digest 'Consumers on The Edge' article. Well done! And welcome to any newbies who have joined us as a result.
Cheers Martin, my home insurance is -£4 this year!
Ok, here go'es, nice and simple! Did comparison search on home insurance, found what I needed at Lloyds TSB at £56, went to QuidCo, and got £60 cashback!!! Sweet:D Beat that!! Better just mention, its only contents insurance, Im a council tenant, so buildings not required!
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Is now a good time to fix your mortgage or should you wait? Brokers answer as rates continue to fall ahead of expected Base Rate cut
Interest rates on fixed mortgage deals have continued to be cut ahead of this week's decision by the Bank of England on whether to change the Base Rate. But will fixed rates move much further – and should you fix now or wait?
Fixed-rate mortgages continue to fall ahead of expected Base Rate cut – so do brokers think now is a good time to fix?
Interest rates on fixed mortgage deals have continued to be cut ahead of this week's decision by the Bank of England on whether to change the Base Rate. But will fixed rates move much further?
Martin Lewis: How to call your bank by dialling just three numbers
How to call your bank by dialling just three numbers… simply dial 1-5-9. Then you know it's legit. Watch MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis' video below, which explains it. And please share – the more people know, the fewer will be scammed.
Martin Lewis: How to call your bank by dialling just three numbers – as 'anti-scam' phone number called over a million times
One million calls have been made to the '159' anti-scam phone number since its launch in 2021, new figures reveal today (Wednesday 30 April). MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis – one of the well-known faces most used in scams – explains how to call your bank by dialling just these three numbers.
Martin Lewis: How to call your bank with just three digits – as 'anti-scam' phone number called over a million times
One million calls have been made to the '159' anti-scam phone number since its launch in 2021, new figures reveal today (Wednesday 30 April). MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis – one of the well-known faces most used in scams – explains how to call your bank by dialling just these three numbers.
Revealed: Holland & Barrett's supposedly cheaper 'Subscribe & Save' often costs more – it's promised a review after our investigation
Holland & Barrett's 'Subscribe & Save' scheme claims to offer regular shoppers "the best value" – but it failed to do so in the majority of cases MoneySavingExpert.com checked over a five month period. The retailer has now promised to review the scheme after our research found it was often more expensive.
Don't get your passport by post – 360,000 paid more than needed last year
If your passport is due for renewal, apply online if you can – it'll save you £12.50. More than 7 million Brits did just that last year – but over 360,000 missed out on savings by using a paper form instead, MoneySavingExpert.com can reveal.
Sainsbury’s Bank customer? NatWest takes over this week – here's what it means for savers and borrowers
Sainsbury's Bank's savings, credit cards and loans will be taken over by NatWest from Thursday 1 May. For most, this means little will change for now as the Sainsbury's Bank brand will remain, though it's expected to be phased out towards the end of this year. However, if you've over £85,000 saved across both banks, it's worth considering moving any excess elsewhere to ensure your cash remains protected.
Chase customer? Check if you can get its newly boosted 4.8% easy-access saver
If you've got a Chase account, check if you can boost your easy-access savings to 4.8% – made up of a 1.8% AER fixed six-month bonus plus its standard 3% variable rate. Chase says over 2 million customers can get the boost, which would top our normal savings tables if it were open to all, though it's beaten by the top easy-access cash ISAs.

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