Every week MoneySavingExpert asks: what would you do? Join our Money Moral Dilemmas and polls to debate tough money decisions and see the nation’s views.
Almost everyone agreed a gifted ticket (and any winnings) are yours to keep, but many would still buy the giver a thank‑you treat
68% were totally against dynamic pricing, while just a handful supported paying extra during busy periods.
If a storm knocks down your shared fence, posters said be honest about not being able to contribute but check your deeds to see if legally liable.
Every week, we feature a Money Moral Dilemma in the Money Tips email.
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks… My adult son lives in the USA and took out student loans in 2016, which my American friend agreed to co-sign for. She recently contacted me to say she is being chased for a payment of $27,000 [£20,000], or they'll deduct $1,100 [£800] every month from her pension. My son's…
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks… I ordered a sofa, but two months later it still hadn’t arrived. When I contacted the company, they couldn’t find it. I’d already given my old one away and, at 78 with a new hip, I was stuck using a deckchair. Eventually, I was told to cancel my order to get my money back -…
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks… I've been given a fit note signing me off work for four weeks, during which time I'll be on full pay, not statutory sick pay. From past experience of this medical issue, I know I'll be able to work part time after two weeks - but if I do, I'll only get paid for the hours I…
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks… My daughter was made redundant days before her probation ended - the company was in financial crisis and let go of all the trainees. She was devastated, but has since landed a better-paying job and is very settled there. Now her old company, which has new owners and says it's…
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks… I help a housebound, 82‑year‑old neighbour by doing his weekly shop. He’s got no smartphone and no idea how supermarket loyalty schemes work, so I use my own app when buying his groceries at the same store I use for my family. The rewards only add up to a few quid a month –…
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks… We got two quotes from the same floor fitter based on how much work would be needed once the old floor was up. It turned out extensive work was needed, so we agreed to the higher quote. Some unforeseen issues have since cropped up, requiring additional materials. The fitter…
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks… I lent a friend over £4,000 across four and a half year after they fell on hard times during the pandemic. They’re a single parent with no help from their ex and say they’ve no money as they’re not working. I'm sympathetic, but I've now retired and could really do with getting…
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks… I have four grandchildren - three live in the UK and the other has just moved to the US. I regularly give them gifts of money, and want to treat them equitably. But if I send them the same amount, the grandchild in the US gets less due to transfer fees and exchange rates.…
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks… I received a fixed penalty notice from my local council for supposedly 'littering' near my estate's recycling bins. What likely happened is a box with my name and address blew off or was knocked off one of the open bins. The council’s given no evidence, and there’s no CCTV. The…
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks… I have a home EV charge point and up till now I've let friends and family with electric cars charge them for free when they visit. But I've started to wonder if I should ask them to pay for the electricity - after all, you wouldn't expect someone you are visiting to fill your…
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks… My partner and I recently split. We had a five-year fixed-rate mortgage, and he wanted to transfer it to his new house. I agreed so we wouldn't have to pay an £8,000 early repayment charge. But he hadn't completed on his new place when we sold our house, so we each paid £4,000…
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks… Our adult daughter has a learning disability, so I help manage her bank account and benefits (with her agreement). Over time, her balance has built up. We've also raised her son, who she was not able to cope with. He's now 17 and wants nothing to do with her. We're living on…
Every week we ask the big questions - from bills to bargains. Cast your vote
An emergency fund can be a real financial safety net, whether it’s there for a broken boiler, an unexpected bill or a sudden loss of income, but not everyone is in the same position when it comes to building one up. We’d love to hear how you approach it
We're fairly certain you don't have a favourite bill, but for many people there's often one of their household outgoings that gives them a bit more stress than the others for one reason or another. Which one is giving you the most grief right now? Vote in the poll then share your thoughts in the thread.
Streaming costs add up fast. Let us know how many streaming services your household currently pays for, or whether you prefer to rotate them instead of keeping several at once.
Getting cashback can be a great way to boost your bank balance, whether to help offset the cost of a purchase or saving it all up to spend on something else down the line. Still, with so many platforms to choose from - often featuring different retailers and different offers - it can be tricky to keep track…or even…
Spring has sprung and summer is just around the corner. There's sunscreen on shop shelves and suitcases ready to be dusted off. Sorted a summer getaway? Holding off for a last minute deal? Giving it a miss this year? Vote in the poll and share your thoughts in the thread.
There are many reasons for backing out of buying something online: last minute second thoughts, finding a better price elsewhere, or maybe seeing if the retailer will offer you a discount. How regularly do you leave your virtual basket in limbo? Vote in the poll then share your thoughts in the thread.
Knowing how much is in your coffers can help you stay on top of your finances. But how frequently do you take a peek? Are you a routine checker? Do you only look before/after a big purchase? Just before/after payday? Vote in the poll then share your thoughts in the thread.
The final week of May is bringing a bank holiday, a half term school break and soaring temperatures, meaning the air will be filled with the smell of sunscreen and the sound of ice cream vans. When the mercury shoots up, what's your primary go-to for dealing with the heat? Vote in the poll then share your thoughts in the…
Where you'll stay and what you'll do are key parts of booking a getaway, but figuring out what to do about dining can be a huge factor. Are you big on hotel buffets? Do you explore the local eateries? Prefer to prep your own meals? Vote in the poll and share your thoughts in the thread.
The humble cassette has been making a bit of a comeback over the last year. Even the likes of Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande have released tracks on tape. Whether it's due to nostalgia, novelty or perceived differences in audio quality, there's still a demand for physical media despite the convenience of streaming. How do…
If your stomach can stand it, a detour on the dodgems or spin on a rollercoaster can be part of a thrilling day out regardless of age. But do the theme parks in the UK give you enough bang for your buck, or do you feel short changed by short rides, long queues, rubbish food and awful accessibility? Vote in the thread and…
England and Scotland's 2026 World Cup campaigns are off to a flying start with both teams securing wins in their first games. But this year's competition has garnered controversy over exorbitant ticket costs, leaving many fans priced out. How regularly do you attend professional sporting events as a paying spectator? Vote…
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