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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: Argos Card balance transfer by grumpy_codger
Today at 11:55AM
Sub-categories: Stoozing: free cash from credit cards -
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 CliveOfIndia
31 March at 2:57PM
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Discuss premium bonds, regular savings accounts, autosaving apps, shares and much more.
104.7K discussions
1.2M comments
Most recent: Split of house sale proceeds by eskbanker
Today at 3:49PM
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Discuss bank accounts, banking apps, budgeting hacks and how to organise your money.
57.2K discussions
627.7K comments
Most recent: Lloyds Verification OTP System Failure by nickdirect
Today at 3:43PM
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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
Today 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
30 March at 1:17AM
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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.
125.7K discussions
4.1M comments
Most recent: An in-between phase by PennysIntoPounds
Today at 3:46PM
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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.
12.8K discussions
499.3K comments
Most recent: Make £2026 in 2026 by retirementdream25
1 April at 6:49PM
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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: Vinted query - print at home Royal Mail? by Pollycat
Today at 8:19AM
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Spending & Discounts
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Here you'll find discussions on shopping, groceries, discounts, freebies and more.297.8K discussions 4.6M comments Most recent: 50% Off Elstree-Con Star Wars & Sci-Fi Funday + Kids Go Free (Borehamwood – This Saturday) by DailyWaffle Today at 3:20PM -
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
Today 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: Co Op Staff in Swanage trying to force me to accept torn ten pound notes from the till. by Merlin139
1 April at 2:22PM
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Work, Benefits & Business
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For help with everything to do with pensions and retirement.
55.3K discussions
599.5K comments
Most recent: Gmpf going back to council..pension query by daz378
Today at 3:39PM
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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
228.8K comments
Most recent: What counts as income for the purposes of the starting savings rate allowance? by sheramber
Today at 3:24PM
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Discuss employment rights, holiday pay and other work issues.
56.9K discussions
658.5K comments
Most recent: Change to payment schedule by lincroft1710
Today at 3:28PM
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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
680.6K comments
Most recent: Inheriting my late husband's state pension. by Keep_pedalling
Today at 1:26PM
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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: Making bulk payments from a business account by bakerycakeenthu
Today at 3:06PM
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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
573.4K comments
Most recent: From Frugal Foundations to Fortified Family Future by Greying_Pilgrim
Today at 3:16PM
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The place to discuss everything to do with getting a mortgage, remortgaging and more.
112K discussions
727.2K comments
Most recent: Offset mortgage, variable rate, no fee. Is there one? by Emmia
Today at 1:43PM
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For all questions to do with buying, selling, renting and letting homes. -
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: Council band query for individual property by lincroft1710
1 April at 3:19PM
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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
807.1K comments
Most recent: Front door scraping on carpet by Jemma01
Today at 3:37PM
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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. -
Discuss landline phone services and TV subscription packages.
117K discussions
981.7K comments
Most recent: Virgin Media retention deals (post your haggling successes) by pookie69
Today at 2:57PM
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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: Contents insurance on inherited home before probate by middlingditch
Today at 1:58PM
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Get help with child support or child maintenance arrangements. -
Get help with MoneySaving questions relating to living with a disability.
9.9K discussions
136.3K comments
Most recent: Named drivers on motability question by born_again
Today at 2:19PM
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Discuss the MoneySaving implications of relationships and family life.
72.4K discussions
2.2M comments
Most recent: I was left half a house by Keep_pedalling
Today at 3:25PM
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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 Spendless
31 March at 8:30AM
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Travel & Transport
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Get help with questions about international travel including package holidays.
97.3K discussions
898.4K comments
Most recent: Malaga airport scenario by flaneurs_lobster
Today at 2:58PM
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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: Entertainment is plural by flaneurs_lobster
31 March at 4:46PM
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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.
138.7K discussions
2.1M comments
Most recent: Son bought first car and appears to have been scammed - small claims court by sheramber
Today at 3:44PM
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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: 29/04 Win £100 store vouchers (fuzzy celeb) by cazzzie987 Today at 3:47PM -
Some classic, simple ways to save money: thrifting, spending challenges, charity shopping, meal planning and more.
48K discussions
2.3M comments
Most recent: March Forward Into Spring 2026 by PennysIntoPounds
Today at 3:47PM
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Gardening help, plant identification tips, and practical MoneySaving insight for your garden, allotment, or indoor plants -
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 tinah
30 March at 8:40PM
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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: Mobile camera for concert photography by Elika0215
Today at 3:11PM
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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
624 comments
Most recent: MSE Forum poll: Do you keep an emergency fund? by YorksLass
Today at 3:46PM
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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: Now for a healthier, wealthier me by LittleMissDetermined
1 April at 8:05AM
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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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