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Top 10 money mistakes

We're all feeling the effects of having to tighten our purse strings and cut our spending. Read More

Clare Walsh, 16 May 2012

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Cashback or reward credit cards: Which pays more?

Credit card companies offer all sorts of perks to get our business, such as cards that reward us for spending with cashback schemes or reward points.... Read more

Clare Francis - Head of Content

Updated: 22 May 2012
Don't drop your guard in the summer burglary season

Traffic jams on roads to the coast, cremated barbecue food and shirtless supermarket-goers - just some of the things that annoy me about British summers. But at least we ... Read more

Mark Hooson - Journalist

Updated: 22 May 2012
Should a credit card or overdraft tide you over?

Many of us fall short on cash when we are approaching payday. But exactly how you choose to plug the gap can make a world of difference to your pocket.... Read more

Laura Howard - Content Editor, Money and Lifestyle

Updated: 17 May 2012
Is your house safe from weather extremes?

We normally write about extremes of weather as winter approaches.... Read more

Kevin Pratt - Content Editor, Insure and Home Services

Updated: 17 May 2012
Focus on: Switch to First Direct and pocket £125

If you are fed up with the service or offerings from your existing current account provider, telephone and internet bank First Direct is offering an eye-catching £1... Read more

Laura Howard - Content Editor, Money and Lifestyle

Updated: 17 May 2012
Why saving monthly will make you a winner

Setting up a direct debit is the best way of making sure you save regularly, according to First Direct. ... Read more

Mark Hooson - Journalist

Updated: 16 May 2012
Stay safe in a world of apps and social networks

We use Facebook to share photos with friends, Twitter to tell people what's on our mind and FourSquare to 'check in' to our favourite places, but are we sharing too much ... Read more

Les Roberts - Journalist

Updated: 16 May 2012
Focus on: Could a low rate credit card be better than a 0% deal?

In these difficult times, many of us simply aren't in a position to clear our credit card debts quickly.... Read more

Melanie Wright - Financial journalist

Updated: 16 May 2012
Top 10 money mistakes

We're all feeling the effects of having to tighten our purse strings and cut our spending.... Read more

Clare Walsh - Reporter

Updated: 16 May 2012
What does the eurozone crisis mean for you?

Economic turmoil in Europe has caused stock markets to plummet, the pound to strengthen against the euro and widespread alarm for those with savings, investments and over... Read more

Melanie Wright - Financial journalist

Updated: 16 May 2012

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Home insurance: Frequently asked questions

Why do you need home insurance? What does buildings insurance cover? How much should I insure my buildings for? Our FAQ is here to help... ... Read more

Updated: 01 December 2011
Car insurance: Frequently asked questions

Which car insurance policy is right for you? Is it worth protecting your no claims discount? Is car insurance is getting more expensive. Our FAQ is here to help... ... Read more

Updated: 01 December 2011
How to switch energy provider

The government, energy regulator Ofgem and the country's six biggest energy providers met at an emergency summit to discuss how to tackle rising energy prices. The main r... Read more

Updated: 18 October 2011
How to be more energy efficient

The latest round of energy price hikes have pushed up the cost of gas and electricity by an average of 17.4% and 10.8% respectively, prompting many of us to look for ways... Read more

Updated: 28 September 2011
How to beat rising home insurance

The cost of home insurance is set to increase over the next few months but taking a few simple measures now you can help keep premiums to a minimum.... Read more

Updated: 16 September 2011
How to give your savings a boost

Higher energy bills, steeper food prices and soaring motoring costs have hit millions of us hard, so it's little wonder that many people are finding it a struggle to put ... Read more

Updated: 01 September 2011

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Press Releases

Brits miss pets more than family when on holiday

New research of British pet owners by travel comparison website TravelSupermarket has confirmed our unique status as a 'pet-mad' nation. ... Read more

Updated: 07 May 2012
Brits in search of paradise

BBC 2's Sunday evening programme 'Indian Ocean with Simon Reeve' has created a boost of interest in the number of Brits looking to travel to the ... Read more

Updated: 03 May 2012
TravelSupermarket comments on ATOL changes

Changes to ATOL protection due to come into force at the end of this month are set to increase protection for holidaymakers, but do the changes g... Read more

Updated: 26 April 2012
Rising inflation is a setback for UK households

Today's announcement by The Bank of England that inflation (CPI) has risen for the first time in six months to 3.5 per cent, from 3.4 per cent la... Read more

Updated: 17 April 2012
Ensure your digital downloads are insured

With millions of Brits owning the latest laptop, smartphone, digital music player or tablet computer, MoneySupermarket.com is warning UK gadget l... Read more

Updated: 16 April 2012

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Videos

How to apply for a credit card with a low credit score

16 May 2012

Being refused a credit card is both frustrating and inconvenient - but there are...

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How does telematics insurance work?

10 May 2012

Telematics - a box fixed inside your car which records your driving habits and f...

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Broadband: Only pay for the speed you need

02 May 2012

Whether you are a heavy user of the internet, downloading films, video games and...

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ATOL changes: Is my holiday covered?

25 April 2012

Changes to ATOL protection take effect on April 30, meaning that millions more B...

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How would you spend £1000?

23 April 2012

If MoneySupermarket could save you £1000, how would you spend it? Our litt...

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Product reviews | Focus on...

Focus on: Switch to First Direct and pocket £125

If you are fed up with the service or offerings from your existing current account provider, telephone and internet bank First Direct is offering an eye-catching £1... Read more

Laura Howard - Content Editor, Money and Lifestyle

Updated: 17 May 2012
Focus on: Could a low rate credit card be better than a 0% deal?

In these difficult times, many of us simply aren't in a position to clear our credit card debts quickly.... Read more

Melanie Wright - Financial journalist

Updated: 16 May 2012
Focus on: Long bonus on easy access ISA

We're just over a month into the new tax year, and if you've yet to decide where to invest your 2012/13 allowance, the good news is there are plenty of competitive accoun... Read more

Melanie Wright - Financial journalist

Updated: 10 May 2012
Focus on: Earn 0.5% cashback despite bad credit

Credit cards with perks such as cashback and rewards have traditionally been the preserve of those with excellent credit ratings. But things are changing. ... Read more

Laura Howard - Content Editor, Money and Lifestyle

Updated: 10 May 2012
Focus on: Fix your savings at 3.50% for a year

The Bank of England is widely expected to hold interest rates at 0.50% again next Thursday, but there is some good news for savers as rates on one-year fixed term bonds c... Read more

Melanie Wright - Financial journalist

Updated: 03 May 2012

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Editor's choice

Focus on: Long bonus on easy access ISA

We're just over a month into the new tax year, and if you've yet to decide where to invest your 2012/13 allowance, the good news is there are plenty of competitive accoun... Read more

Melanie Wright - Financial journalist

Updated: 10 May 2012
Know your rights about continuous payments

Many consumers have no idea what a Continuous Payment Authority (CPA) is - but plenty have unwittingly signed up for one and are discovering that getting out again is bot... Read more

Laura Howard - Content Editor, Money and Lifestyle

Updated: 03 May 2012
Government cracks down on whiplash cheats

Radical government action has been announced to tackle the huge problem of fake or exaggerated whiplash claims submitted by drivers and passengers following car accidents... Read more

Kevin Pratt - Content Editor, Insure and Home Services

Updated: 03 May 2012

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Do you pay attention to how much energy you use recharging your gadgets?

No – I simply recharge overnight
No – I recharge whenever I can
No – I leave my charger plugged in at all times
No – I have no idea how much it uses or costs
Yes – I remove the gadget from the mains once it’s full
Yes – I follow the manufacturer’s instructions
Yes – I recharge my gadgets at work to save money
Yes – but not all of the time

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Total votes: 2502