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7 ways Vauxhall tyres can save you money this Spring trip

Ricky Willis — Fri, 15 May 2026 15:37:58 +0000

Spring is when many families get motivated to plan weekend drives and affordable day out trips. If you are not careful, the costs can escalate without you even realising it. It really doesn’t matter if it’s the coastal cliffs or country lanes. Planning a cost-effective detour is essential if you want to enjoy the scenic... more

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I was sent a fake HMRC tax notice. Here’s how to spot the scam

Naomi Willis — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:33:08 +0000

As the self assessment deadline gets closer, HMRC scams start doing the rounds again. Emails, texts and even letters that look official land on doormats and inboxes, often designed to scare people into paying quickly. I was sent one myself recently. It used HMRC branding, talked about penalties and even mentioned prison. But it was... more

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Side hustles and benefits in the UK: what you need to know

Ricky Willis — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:12:42 +0000

More people are doing side hustles just to make things a bit easier. Paid surveys in the evening. Mystery shopping while you are already out doing the food shop. Nothing fancy. Just trying to stretch the money. If you claim benefits, the worry is obvious. Most people are not trying to bend the rules. They... more

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A once-a-year money check most families forget (with rough savings)

Naomi Willis — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 21:53:00 +0000

Most money stress doesn’t come from one big mistake. It comes from lots of small things quietly ticking along in the background. This is a once-a-year money check. It takes about 30 minutes. No spreadsheets, no guilt, no pressure to fix everything. You don’t need to overhaul your life. If you sort one or two... more

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Lloyds Bank switch deal: grab £250 plus Disney Plus for free

Ricky Willis — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 21:28:48 +0000

Switching banks might sound like a job for a rainy Sunday, but Lloyds has dropped an offer that makes the faff worth it. Move your current account over to Club Lloyds, and they’ll chuck £250 into your bank. On top of that, you get to pick a yearly reward, with Disney Plus Standard With Ads... more

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Thinking of doing the Co-op freezer deal? Read this first

Ricky Willis — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 21:07:22 +0000

The latest Co-op £6 frozen meal deal has changed from what you may remember! It’s always been a favourite with savvy shoppers, saving you up to 50%. Things have changed – you might like it as there’s more choice, but I think some people will be disappointed due to the cost! What’s happened The current... more

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Sky Mobile price rise: you have 30 days to leave without paying a fee

Ricky Willis — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 19:49:30 +0000

When money already feels stretched, even small price rises can quietly make life harder without you noticing straight away. If you’re on Sky Mobile, this is one of those moments where a quick check could save you real money over the year. Sky is putting mobile prices up from 14 February 2026. For lots of... more

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How to rebuild when life knocks you flat

Ricky Willis — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 18:52:33 +0000

Sometimes life doesn’t give you a gentle nudge.It hits hard. A job loss.An illness.A breakup.A bill you weren’t expecting. One minute you’re getting on with things. Next, the ground has gone from under you, and you’re left trying to work out what just happened. If that’s where you are right now, this is for you.... more

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