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MSE Poll: How often have you had to dip into your savings?
Poll started 8 October 2024As the cost of living crisis continues to heap pressure on to the finances of many people across the UK, we'd like to know whether you've had to dip into any savings you have. And if so, how often, and what have you had to dip into your savings pot for? Click here to vote in the poll Did you…
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MSE Poll: Have you remortgaged in the last two years?
Poll started 24 September 2024Interest rates have risen dramatically over the past two years, affecting homeowners with mortgages who have seen cheap fixed deals end and then had to meet much higher monthly repayments. So this week, we want to know whether you've remortgaged during this period, and how much (if anything)…
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MSE Poll: How much money do you have in savings?
Though it's been a difficult time for many to build up savings, over the past 12 months we've seen some of the highest savings rates for over a decade. On Thursday, the Bank of England lowered the base rate to 5%, and we've already noticed some top savings rates beginning to fall. This week, we want to know how much you…
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Have you found banks to be helpful when using Power of Attorney?
I have recently been made power of attorney for a family member and am finding it quite difficult to get access to their accounts online. Halifax you can only do in the desktop website. Barclay card I haven't managed to achieve online access yet I need to phone them to sort it out. Nationwide have forced my to open an…
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MSE Poll: Were you delayed on your last holiday flight, and if so, did you claim compensation?
Poll started 17 September 2024Now the summer holidays have been and gone, we want to know if you were one of many whose flight didn't go to plan. And if you arrived at your destination more than three hours late (the threshold for flight compensation), have you claimed compensation? (If you have been on multiple trips this…
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MSE Poll: How much did you spend on school uniform for your child this summer?
Poll started 10 September 2024The start of the new term comes with the scramble to ensure your child's school uniform fits and matches their school's uniform policy. This can be an expensive exercise, and this week we want to know just how expensive it is right now. How much did you spend on school uniform for your child…
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MSE Poll: Do you have a will? If not, why not?
Poll started 3 September 2024If you want to dictate where your assets go when you die, you need a will – a legal document telling everyone what should happen to your money, possessions and property. Wills can be made cheaply, and sometimes for free – see our Cheap wills guide. With Free Wills Month coming up in October…
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MSE Poll: Are you on a fixed energy tariff?
At the height of the energy crisis, 90% of households were on a standard variable tariff with prices dictated by the Energy Price Cap. But with the energy market slowly coming back to life and cheaper fixed tariffs available, we want to know if you've fixed - and if so, how long you have until it ends. Let us know. Did you…
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How much do you spend on your pet a year?
Poll started 27 August 2024 We're a nation of pet lovers, but getting one can be a huge commitment - for you and your wallet. So whether you've a cat, dog, rabbit or horse, we want to know how much you spend on your pet(s) each year, including on food, insurance, vet costs and owt else. Let us know! Did you vote? Are you…
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Should parents be allowed to take their kids out of school for a holiday?
Poll started 27 August 2024 The fines for parents taking children out of school without permission have risen from £60 to £80 (if paid within 21 days) ahead of the new school year. With holiday prices typically cheaper outside of the school holidays, we want to know what you think – should parents be allowed to take their…
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MSE Poll: Have you had your own MoneySaving success?
Poll started 20 August 2024 This week in our Money Tips email we're highlighting some of the top MoneySaving successes of the year so far. From haggling to overpaying your mortgage to claiming council tax discounts, we're all for celebrating MoneySaving wins – no matter how big or small. With this in mind, we want to know…
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How do you pay for car insurance?
September is a peak month for car insurance renewals, so this week, we want to know how you pay for cover - and how much you pay each year. Let us know. Did you vote? Are you surprised at the results so far? Have your say below.If you haven't already, join the forum to reply.
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MSE Poll: How do you rate your bank account's service?
Poll started 23 July 2024 Every six months, we ask for your help to track the quality of customer service provided by banks. By comparing your answers with last time, we can see which have got better or worse. Please vote based on CUSTOMER SERVICE for your main CURRENT ACCOUNT over the last SIX MONTHS. Ignore rates or any…
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MSE Poll: How do you rate your broadband provider?
Poll started 16 July 2024 We can tell you which are the cheapest broadband providers, but to keep our customer service ratings updated, we need your help. Please rate your BROADBAND provider on customer service (not price) over the past SIX MONTHS. Switched broadband recently? Rate the provider you were with the longest…
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Are you going on a summer holiday this year?
Poll started 9 July 2024 With peak summer holiday season fast approaching, we wanted to find out whether you're planning on going away this summer and if so, how much you're planning to spend, and whether that's more or less than you typically do – especially as many are still feeling the squeeze of the cost of living. Let…
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MSE Poll: How many home insurance price comparison sites do you use?
Poll started 2 July 2024 With home insurance policy costs up 42% this year, it's more important than ever to use our Cheap home insurance cost-cutting systems to find the cheapest quote you can and lock it in. One of our recommendations is to use more than one comparison site, as they can cover different insurers, and…
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MSE Poll: Do you risk going on holiday without travel insurance?
Poll started 25 June 2024 For years we've emphasised the importance of getting travel insurance ASAB – As Soon As you've Booked – so you're covered if you need to cancel before you go. That message still stands. With the summer holidays approaching, whether you're going abroad or staying in the UK, we want to know if you…
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Home Improvement in Newburyport MA
AMS Renovations, is your trusted partner for excellent home improvement services in Newburyport, MA. We take pride in transforming houses into dream homes through our expertise in kitchen remodeling, bathroom renovations, and floor repair. If you’re a homeowner in Newburyport looking to elevate the style and functionality…
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MSE Poll: Are you a renter - and how much does it cost you?
Poll started 11 June 2024 Average monthly rental costs are up an average of 9.4% across the UK, so this week we want to know how much your rent costs as a proportion of your income. Take your monthly income (this could be from your salary, pension, as well as any benefits) and let us know roughly what percentage of this is…
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MSE Poll: Would you get an app-only bank or savings account?
We've seen an increasing number of app-only accounts in our best buys, but attitudes range from delight at the convenience to uncertainty about the lack of online or in-branch services. So we thought we'd ask your opinion. Would you open (or have you opened) an app-only bank or savings account? And if not, why not? Let us…
