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We're a friendly community of MoneySavers sharing our experiences and tips to help each other out
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Banking & Borrowing
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A place to discuss all things credit card-related with other MoneySavers.
83.6K discussions
628.3K comments
Most recent: BT but not enough clearance by Altior
Today at 8:52PM
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Discuss all types of personal loan. Remember MSE's stance on loans: 'borrow as little as possible, repay as quickly as possible'.
38.6K discussions
315K comments
Most recent: Finding old loan details - elderbridge/firstplus by ManyWays
3 April at 12:38PM
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Discuss premium bonds, regular savings accounts, autosaving apps, shares and much more.
104.8K discussions
1.2M comments
Most recent: Stocks and Shares ISA 2026. Any good deals for a new 20K Investment? by bjorn_toby_wilde
Today at 9:05PM
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Discuss bank accounts, banking apps, budgeting hacks and how to organise your money.
57.2K discussions
627.8K comments
Most recent: Nationwide Flexdirect current account by katejo
Today at 8:51PM
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Discuss everything to do with credit checks and credit reference agencies.
19K discussions
131K comments
Most recent: Unknown associate on credit file by eskbanker
2 April at 3:07PM
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The place to discuss payment protection insurance (PPI) claims and claims relating to other types of insurance.
31.2K discussions
282.4K comments
Most recent: Land Rover ( black horse) by Nasqueron
1 April at 4:20PM
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Share your experiences of reclaiming fees from banks and credit card providers.
19.7K discussions
177.5K comments
Most recent: Credit Card Scam - Bucharest by eskbanker
Today at 12:48PM
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Reduce Debt & Boost Income
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Mutual support and help for those on their journey to becoming debt-free. -
To help people who are bankrupt rehabilitate their finances, without judgment.
51.4K discussions
489.4K comments
Most recent: Received this email today? Life insurance by fatbelly
1 April at 4:56PM
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Share ways to boost your income and make some extra cash with other MoneySavers. -
For questions about buying and selling in online auctions or at car boot sales and jumble sales, as well as postage stamps, postal services and parcel couriers.
64.4K discussions
620.9K comments
Most recent: Ebay advice buyer saying collected item has broken with use by someone else by soolin
Today at 6:07PM
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Spending & Discounts
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Here you'll find discussions on shopping, groceries, discounts, freebies and more. -
49.9K discussions 1.1M comments Most recent: Renewables: "talking 'bout my generation" by Coastalwatch Today at 9:13PM -
Spotted a bargain in your local area or town? Let other local MoneySavers know!20.6K discussions 161.8K comments Most recent: Dealing with a Factor with incorrect charge by oldernonethewiser 1 April at 3:43PM -
Spotted a top deal or voucher for a day trip or night out? Found a great pint at a great price? Let everyone know. And if your 'night out' is in fact a special MoneySaving night in with a takeaway in front of a film, we're keen to hear those tips too!
1.9K discussions
13.3K comments
Most recent: 50% Off Elstree-Con Star Wars & Sci-Fi Family Event (Kids Go Free) – Borehamwood – This Saturday by DailyWaffle
2 April at 3:22PM
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Not sure what your consumer rights are? Discussions here cover faulty goods, refunds, reclaims, scams and more. -
A place to share your experiences as a consumer with other MoneySavers.
32.1K discussions
429.2K comments
Most recent: Self Employed: "Making Tax Digital"? But I already submit tax returns online (i.e. digitally) by DRS1
4 April at 4:02PM
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Work, Benefits & Business
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For help with everything to do with pensions and retirement.
55.3K discussions
599.7K comments
Most recent: Ignore requests from the state trying to claw back pension overpayments after someone has died by 0SP0
Today at 9:22PM
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No-one likes to pay more tax than necessary; get help from other MoneySavers to cut your tax bill.
35.2K discussions
229K comments
Most recent: How do changes to personal allowance affect my higher rate threshold? by kimwp
Today at 8:42PM
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Discuss employment rights, holiday pay and other work issues.
56.9K discussions
658.5K comments
Most recent: Being TUPE’d – can new employer cut pension and allowances ? by Undervalued
5 April at 11:49AM
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For help with questions about voluntary and compulsory redundancy.
7.5K discussions
41.8K comments
Most recent: Making people redundant by penners324
5 March at 11:00PM
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Get help discovering which benefits you are entitled to - and how to claim them.
75.9K discussions
680.7K comments
Most recent: Does leaving a job, when you believe you're going to be fired, affect benefit eligibility? by huckster
Today at 8:47PM
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Running your own business? This is the place for MoneySaving questions for small traders.
13K discussions
90.1K comments
Most recent: Managing multiple bank feeds into FreeAgent – any tips? by bakerycakeenthu
Today at 4:09PM
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For posts that benefit registered charities with the aim to help support them where possible – including sponsorships, donations and more.
3.3K discussions
17.2K comments
Most recent: What charities have the most money going to the cause? by Undervalued
25 March at 11:08AM
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Mortgages, Homes & Bills
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On your journey to becoming mortgage-free? Share your goals and support others looking to pay off their mortgage here.
9K discussions
573.8K comments
Most recent: Cheery's path to fulfilment - finishing the DIY, looking after myself, appreciating the garden 🌻 by Cheery_Daff
Today at 8:51PM
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The place to discuss everything to do with getting a mortgage, remortgaging and more.
112K discussions
727.3K comments
Most recent: Money on Mortage or ISA? by BridgetTheCat
Today at 9:19PM
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For all questions to do with buying, selling, renting and letting homes.
172.2K discussions
2.1M comments
Most recent: Why don't we build more timber homes, like the US does? by BikingBud
Today at 8:47PM
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The place to discuss your efforts to reclaim money you've overpaid - for example, getting your Council Tax band changed. Share your success stories too!
4.5K discussions
33.9K comments
Most recent: Rules for reclaiming Council Tax when owner in a care home by TheGoldfish
Today at 6:53PM
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Got a question about home improvement, DIY or home appliances? This is the place to get help from other MoneySavers.
110.1K discussions
807.2K comments
Most recent: Rough quote for new driveway by Lorian
Today at 8:08PM
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Discuss utility providers, tariffs, bills and energy-saving tips. Use the main board for electricity and gas, or explore the sub-boards for water bills, heat pumps and other fuels.
78.9K discussions
813.6K comments
Most recent: EV, Solar panels and finding the best tariff by matt_drummer
Today at 9:04PM
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Discuss landline phone services and TV subscription packages.
117K discussions
981.7K comments
Most recent: Giving up on broadcast TV by Cornucopia
Today at 9:07PM
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Life & Family
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This is the place to ask any MoneySaving questions you have about insurance and/or life assurance.
57.6K discussions
340.1K comments
Most recent: Income protection - should I cancel by poseidon1
5 April at 7:35PM
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Get help with child support or child maintenance arrangements. -
Get help with MoneySaving questions relating to living with a disability. -
Discuss the MoneySaving implications of relationships and family life.
72.4K discussions
2.2M comments
Most recent: WWYD? Request to loan in-laws money by IWasHereBefote
Today at 6:29PM
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Discover and share MoneySaving ideas for presents and decorations for all kinds of festivals and special occasions.
30.9K discussions
615.8K comments
Most recent: Santa Baby - it's the 2026 Christmas Chatter Thread!! by mandco
Today at 5:56PM
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Travel & Transport
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Get help with questions about international travel including package holidays.
97.3K discussions
898.5K comments
Most recent: Connecting flights with US Airlines. by NoodleDoodleMan
Today at 8:45PM
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Want to find a MoneySaving way to enjoy a trip to a theme park or a short break in the UK?
21.4K discussions
148.9K comments
Most recent: Take That at London Stadium by Emmia
Today at 7:11AM
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Got a question about finding the best value way to travel in the UK? This board covers buses, coaches, trains, ferries, cycling and more.
3.9K discussions
50.5K comments
Most recent: Buying Advance rail tickets with Railcard discount before old enough to purchase Railcard by daveyjp
1 April at 6:13PM
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Cut your car costs: this is the place to discuss motoring MoneySaving. -
Hobbies & Leisure
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Share and find new competitions you’d like to enter to win here.1.3M discussions 3.1M comments Most recent: E: 05/05 Win A Smart Alarm Kit & Annual Cover Plan (MD) by Ms_Chocaholic Today at 8:56PM -
Some classic, simple ways to save money: thrifting, spending challenges, charity shopping, meal planning and more.
48K discussions
2.3M comments
Most recent: 2026 DECLUTTERING CAMPAIGN Mrs SD - our Year of Redistribution by florianatwobob
Today at 9:10PM
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Gardening help, plant identification tips, and practical MoneySaving insight for your garden, allotment, or indoor plants
21.2K discussions
260.8K comments
Most recent: Awful weather - typical Brits talk by twopenny
Today at 7:48PM
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Discuss knitting, crocheting, card-making, modelling and all types of crafts - with a MoneySaving twist.
791 discussions
44.4K comments
Most recent: Cross Stitch and Craft Cafe 2026 - come on in and join us!! by Dizzycap
Today at 6:18PM
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Got a question about computers, tablets, software or other tech matters? Find help here.
136.3K discussions
1.1M comments
Most recent: Broken - replacement - mobile by Yorkie1
Today at 2:04PM
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Requests to take part in academic/research surveys or studies. Not for discussing paid survey sites or earning from surveys.
203 discussions
563 comments
Most recent: UK sole traders: what admin task steals the most time each week? by ProcessMatters
2 February at 5:48AM
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Discuss & Feedback
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92 discussions
633 comments
Most recent: MSE Forum poll: Do you keep an emergency fund? by Dizzycap
5 April at 3:50AM
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Want to raise awareness of a MoneySaving campaign? You can share experiences and encourage change via discussions here.
413 discussions
3.1K comments
Most recent: MSE News: Martin Lewis: Simple 'Share Once' service needed for people with mental health problems by teresa54
25 March at 1:40PM
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A dedicated place to discuss the weekly polls you see on the MoneySavingExpert.com homepage.
1.6K discussions
59.7K comments
Most recent: MSE Poll: How do you rate your bank's service by MSE_Gavin
10 February at 5:18PM
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A place to discuss any Martin Lewis media appearances or MoneySavingExpert content you've seen in the news.
2.2K discussions
36K comments
Most recent: 2nd test post by MSE_Stephen
12 March at 10:35AM
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Get mutual support from other MoneySavers by keeping a log of your savings journey.
1.4K discussions
72.6K comments
Most recent: Escape to the country & living off savings by badmemory
Today at 8:35PM
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Ask an Expert is a time‑limited community Q&A where we invite a specialist - such as an energy, mortgage or consumer‑rights expert - to answer questions from MoneySavingExpert Forum members
1 discussion
5 comments
Most recent: Ask an Expert - Previous Events by MSE_Stephen
24 October 2025 at 12:55PM
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