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diy store sales for Easter
I haven't noticed any adverts yet for the big stores having Easter discounts. It's only a week away and I don't want to make a major purchase and find that it's cheaper next weekend. Has anyone any knowledge of up and coming sales in, e.g. Homebase, B&Q etc?
Get £113 of beauty products for just £35 From powder beauty draw
Powder Beauty Drawer Filled with the latest and greatest beauty products, selected to match your beauty needs. £35.00 Plus P&P https://box.thisispowder.co.uk/powder-beauty-drawer.html Beauty Drawer Lowdown... Here at Powder we’ve put the latest and greatest beauty products through their paces to find the ones that really…
Amazon Marketplace
I ordered some batteries for the firm I work for on my personal Amazon account (so paid for on my credit card) from an Amazon Marketplace seller on 23rd February, which I still haven't received. The very longest delivery date stipulated was 2nd March. I did get an email via Amazon on 25th February saying my order had been…
Anyone used photovideodirect.co.uk?
Billed as an Australian company with UK offices. Quite obviously grey import goods. There's a Tokina DLSR lens I want that hasn't been released in the UK after months of waiting, and still no sign of a launch date here. I've been seriously considering importing (maybe from Digital Rev) but the above website's price is…
Amazon logic
Bought 2 items and the total came yp £19.65, to qualify for free p&p I added a 40p ruler to bring it over £20. Well looks like something went wrong with the pick so they couldn't add the ruler. So they sent the two items I wanted and postponed the ruler for later delivery. So for a 40p item they will spend another £2-£3…
Buying a Smart TV?
Intending buyers of smart TVs should be aware that Microsoft are/have withdrawn support for SKYPE on smart TVs. So probably no more free video calls on the big screen as TV manufacturers delete the SKYPE app. Samsung is one that has already decided to stop supporting Skype from June 2nd 2016. I now have a Samsung webcam…
How much money did I make from Tesco?
Sorry to be so thick but I'm having a slow day and can't get my head around this... I bought a product from Tesco that cost me £17.50 except it scanned and we paid £35 for it. Am I right in thinking that because they give double-the-difference back, I got £17.50 x 2 = £35.... Making it free?!
Outlet Store Discount Finder tool discussion
Our new Outlet Store Discount Finder tool lets you search web and eBay outlets from some of the top retailers including M&S, House of Fraser and FCUK. Tell it what you want, the price and discount and it'll find it for you. This is a brand new tool so it would be great to hear your feedback on the results it gives and any…
PreviousNext Are £5.99 Lidl JEANS a bargain too far? Discount supermarket unveils its
Are £5.99 Lidl JEANS a bargain too far? Discount supermarket unveils its first denim line featuring everything from jeggings to jackets The German discount retailer launches its first denim line this week Starts at £3.99 for denim-inspired knickers and £4.99 for eau de parfum But its key piece is the £7.99 distressed denim…
Displayed price?
I was in a shop that displayed a product at a price which magically became more when I came to pay. Having been told the price on the item was wrong and they couldn't sell it at that price, I had to leave the item or get into an argument. I left the item. Does anyone know what my rights were in that case? :(
Not exactly low spend, but spend 100 at Cult Beauty, get a goodly bag worth 150
Not exactly low spend, but spend 100 at Cult Beauty, get a goody bag worth 150:https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/. No idea when it ends. Ren glycolic radiance mask, 15ml Dna eye removal full size Aurelia probiotic skincare miracle cleanser and cloth 30ml Goldfaden Doctors scrub 0.25 oz My organic skincare jojoba oil full size…
Specks Fours Eyes
Really not sure where to post this but trying to find out if anyone else is having problems with this company. Used the discount code given off the MoneySavingExpert and it's now been 4 weeks trying to get in touch but no response. Wondering if it's just my order or if others are also having problems. Thanks in advance…
Dobbies Reward - is it worth it?
I'm thinking if getting the Dobbies Reward membership andvit says if you pay by direct debit annuallybthey give you a free gift but no mention on what it is. Does anyone have this membership and is it worth the annual fee?
refused refund on unsuitable curtains
Hi, this my first post, here goes, hope I'm in the right place! Having just moved house in January, went to Linens Direct, bought three pairs curtains, used two sets, decided the third pair wasn't suitable for the purpose I'd bought them for....very cold hall with draughty windows and front door. It was freezing weather,…
Hotpoint tumble dryer
I found out that my Hotpoint vented tumble dryer was recalled because of a possible fault (it may set on fire) so I was offered a repair date of May or I could buy a special offer priced condensing tumble dryer for £99 instead of £299. Seemed like a bargain so I ordered it & it was delivered on March 1st. Put some washing…
Anyone used modern.co.uk for furniture?
Modern.co.uk seem to have decently priced sofas in the style we're looking for (compared with John Lewis etc) - BUT they don't have a showroom (so no testing for comfort which is quite important!) Anyone used them? They have a 7-day return policy but obviously I am quite dubious as I haven't heard of them before. With a…
Online retail delivery charges
Hi MSE's When the House of Commons returns from recess, one of the topics that is scheduled for debate is online retail delivery charges. This debate will take place at approximately 5pm on Tuesday 8 September. How do online retail delivery charges affect you? Do you think changes should be made to them? This debate has…
Sainsbury's nectar double points coming soon..
Morning all...Sainsbury's double Nectar points starts on 30/3/16-5/4/16. ie 1000 points = £5, during the double points weeks = £10 etc Thanks
How long do I get to return something?
I have an unsuitable item from Christmas that I would like to return for either a refund or vouchers - bought around mid December. I have the receipt and the packaging but is too late to return? Thanks
Yves rocher first item added to basket free with £15 spend
http://www.yves-rocher.co.uk/control/main/?cm_mmc=NLT-_-1602-_-full-_-na&shopId=TST1 Have to spend £15 as well but you can get something expensive as the free item

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Bank of England cuts base rate to 4.25% – here's what it means for your mortgage and savings
The base rate has been cut to 4.25% from 4.5% by the Bank of England. This rate is used by the central bank to charge other banks and lenders when they borrow money, so the move can impact mortgage and savings rates.
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.

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