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Some advice over electricity switch when not living in property

sinbin_72
sinbin_72 Posts: 191 Forumite
I am not currently living in my flat. I hope to be moving out in about 3 months and will not be living there in the meantime.

I pay £36 per month to npower for economy 7 electric on sign online 23. Under this tarriff I have to pay a daily standing charge.

Of course I would be saving more on my electric if I didn't have the standing charge. Although I will incur a penalty of £20 if I switch as my contract doesnt expire until Novemeber.

I have tried putting my details into comparison sites but nothing makes sense. My question is, is it really worth swapping for me with only 3 months until I move. Not sure if it is financially viable. Any help appreciated.

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  • dogshome
    dogshome Posts: 3,878 Forumite
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    With an n'power contract, it may be worth suffering the Standing Charge to it's end as most have their tariffs have a £100+ cash back after 12 months, provided you have paid 12 consecutive Direct Debits - Look at the small print to see when your cash-back is due
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