New school uniform rule could cut your back-to-school bill
If you’re dreading the annual back-to-school uniform bill, there’s good news. A new rule coming into force for the 2026 academic year cou...
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Multiple Pensions? Check These Before Consolidating
If you’ve changed jobs several times, you’ve probably got old pension pots scattered across different providers without realising it. The...
Tesco Fuel Discount: Save Up to £60 Before August 23
If you’re feeling the squeeze at the petrol pump, Tesco has a limited-time offer that could put some money back in your pocket — but you ...
Should You Install Solar Panels? What Phil Spencer's 7-Year Payback Really Means
Property expert Phil Spencer has revealed he’s installing more solar panels on his Hampshire home – and his reasoning offers a useful les...
Iceland's £2.50 Thai curry: Budget meals that don't skimp on taste
If you’re watching your food budget without wanting to sacrifice flavour, Iceland’s Kitchen Joy Thai Cube Chicken Panang curry might be e...
Train vs Electric Car: Can You Save £9,000 a Year on UK Commutes?
A new analysis has highlighted just how expensive train travel has become in the UK – and it raises an important question for anyone comm...
Northern Ireland heating oil prices jump £100 in weeks
Home heating oil prices in Northern Ireland have spiked sharply, with the average cost of 500 litres jumping from £346.59 to £445.37 in j...
New PM's First Week: What the Cost of Living Help Means for You
Andy Burnham has taken office as Prime Minister and is already rolling out measures aimed at helping British households with the cost of ...
VAT Cut on Electricity Bills: £45 Saving From October
Your electricity bills are about to get cheaper. From October 2026, the government will remove VAT on electricity, saving the average hou...
Free kids' bus travel in August: save £££ on family days out
If you’re dreading the school holidays because of the cost, here’s some good news: throughout August, your children can travel free on bu...
Hotel Price Drop Hack: How to Save Hundreds on UK Holiday Bookings
If you’re planning a holiday, here’s a money-saving trick that could put hundreds of pounds back in your pocket. TV presenter Jordon Cox,...
How a 24-year-old is paying off her mortgage 25 years early with cashback app
A Liverpool-based first-time buyer has found a simple way to chip away at her mortgage without feeling the financial strain — and it coul...
Half of UK workers aren't saving for retirement – here's why
Nearly half of all working-age adults in the UK aren’t putting money into a pension – and many fear they’ll never be able to retire. It’s...
1.6m Britons blocked from buy now, pay later as new rules kick in today
From today, over 1.6 million people in the UK will be locked out of using buy now, pay later (BNPL) services like Klarna. It sounds harsh...
Weight-loss drugs changing UK spending habits and wardrobes
Weight-loss medications like Mounjaro and Wegovy are having an unexpected knock-on effect on UK household budgets – triggering major ward...
How to Make £3,000+ in Free Money in 6 Months
Making extra cash without spending your own money might sound too good to be true — but it’s entirely possible if you know where to look....
Best Student Bank Accounts: What to Look For at University
Starting university is exciting, but it also means managing your money independently for the first time. Choosing the right bank account ...
Garden waste charges: which UK councils cost most
If you’ve noticed your council’s garden waste collection bill creeping up, you’re not alone. A new analysis has revealed a stark “postcod...
How to Build Wealth Through Diverse Income Streams
Author Sophie Hannah’s financial journey offers some valuable lessons for everyday British savers and investors – and it’s not just about...
Can you really save £2,783 a month by moving abroad?
A British family’s decision to sell their UK home and relocate to Bali has reignited the conversation about whether moving abroad can off...
Five Energy-Saving Habits to Cut Your UK Bills by Hundreds
Energy bills are squeezing UK household budgets harder than ever — but small daily changes could put hundreds of pounds back in your pock...
Aldi's £5 school uniform bundle returns: how to cut back-to-school costs
If you’ve got children heading back to school this September, you’ll know that uniform costs can add up quickly. The good news is that Al...
Summer VAT cut: What families will actually save on days out
From Thursday 25 June, families heading to theme parks, zoos, cinemas and restaurants will benefit from a temporary VAT cut — but the sav...
Budget vs Organic Cheddar: Which Sainsbury's Cheese Offers Best Value?
With the cost of living still squeezing household budgets, every penny counts at the supermarket – and cheese is a staple many of us buy ...
First Date Costs: How to Budget for Dating in 2025
Dating in the UK is getting expensive – and it’s time to talk about it openly.
The £5 Note Fridge Trick That Could Cut Your Energy Bills
Here’s a money-saving hack that takes less than a minute: grab a £5 note and test your fridge door seal. It sounds odd, but it could help...
UK Households Pay Thousands More Tax: How Much Has Your Bill Risen?
British families are facing the steepest tax burden since 1945, according to new analysis from Tax Policy Associates. If you’re wondering...
How a teen made £35k from a side hustle to pay for uni debt-free
With student debt in Wales averaging £40,000 at graduation and English graduates leaving university owing £53,000, one 18-year-old has fo...
Why Fish and Chips Is Getting More Expensive – And What It Means for Your Budget
Fish and chips has long been a cheap, reliable meal for working families across the UK – but that’s changing fast. Chip shop owners are n...
How one man cleared £24k debt in 18 months—and you can too
Sammie Ellard-King’s story is proof that clearing serious debt doesn’t require years of sacrifice or eating beans on toast. The Ramsgate ...
How a 22-year-old saved £106k on £35k salary—and how you could too
At 22, most people are still paying off student loans or figuring out their first pay packet. Gabriella Goddard from Bath has already sav...
How a 20-Year-Old Bought Her First Home on Minimum Wage
Buying your first home in your twenties feels like a distant dream for most young people. But one 20-year-old has just proved it’s possib...
TV costs rising 13% from July — here's what you'll pay
From 1 July 2026, your electricity bills are about to jump — and that includes the cost of running your TV. Energy regulator Ofgem is rai...
Energy Bills Rising £209 This Summer: What UK Households Need to Know
Your energy bills are about to get significantly more expensive, and millions of households across Great Britain are understandably worri...
Pass Plus training: how to get car insurance discounts
If you’ve recently passed your driving test or want to brush up your skills, there’s a potential saving waiting for you. The DVLA recomme...
Should You Borrow the Maximum on Your Mortgage?
Just because a lender will give you a bigger mortgage doesn’t mean you should take it. That’s the stark warning from mortgage brokers as ...
Money secrets can wreck your credit score — here's why couples must talk finances
Hiding money problems from your partner isn’t just awkward — it could seriously damage both your credit scores. That’s the stark warning ...
UK Job Vacancies Hit 5-Year Low as Unemployment Rises to 5%
If you’ve been job hunting lately, you’re not alone in finding it tougher. New figures show the UK’s unemployment rate has risen to 5%, a...
UK cost of living crisis: one family's bold escape to Greece
As the UK cost of living crisis continues to squeeze household budgets, one family has made a radical decision: they’ve packed up and mov...
School Bus Cuts: How Parents Can Budget for Transport Costs
School transport decisions can have a real impact on your household finances — and parents at Brixham College in Devon are facing exactly...
Five shopping habits that could kill your mortgage application
If you’re saving for a house, here’s something that might surprise you: your shopping habits could cost you a mortgage. According to mort...
15m Britons not saving enough for retirement – what you need to know
A stark warning has just landed: up to 15 million people across the UK are not saving enough for retirement, and without urgent action, t...
Asda's £5 meal deal could save you £240 a year
If you buy lunch at the supermarket regularly, Asda’s new “Exceptional” meal deal could put real money back in your pocket — potentially ...
UK Pay Growth Slows to 3.4%: What It Means for Your Wallet
Your wages are falling behind the cost of living, and the jobs market is making it harder to push back. New figures from the Office for N...