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Jonathan Leggett

With over 15 years of experience in online content and journalism, Jonathan is MoneySuperMarket’s editor at large and works across our Broadband, Mobiles, Energy and Money channels. Along the way, he’s become an expert on everything from megabytes to mortgages and broadband to bonds.

Jonathan is passionate about clear, crisp copy that cuts to the chase and arms consumers with all the information to cut their outgoings and get a really good deal.

Committed to taking the scenic route in his content career, he’s written for The Guardian supplements The Guide and G2, Metro, Good Housekeeping, Dazed and Confused and Mixmag.

Jonathan said: ‘As the nation faces up to the deepest and most painful cost-of-living crisis in generations, we’re proud our guides are here to assist Britons to make savings wherever they can.

‘Lean on us and we’ll do our very best to help you through.’

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  • What is the state pension? Thinking about your retirement income? Get up to date on state pensions with our guide and arm yourself with all the information you need to know.
  • Condensing boilers vs combi boilers  Understanding how condensing and combi boilers differ is vital when it comes to replacing your existing heating system.    By doing so, you’ll be able to work out exactly what you need and how much you’re likely to have to spend to have your old boiler replaced. 
  • Family finance: money management for students Take a look at the steps you can take to stay on top of your finances at university – whether that’s managing your student loan or searching for the right student account
  • Choose the right student bank account for September Not sure who to go with during your studies? We help find the best bank for you
  • Student finance  As well as student loans to cover tuition fees and living costs, there might be other ways of accessing the financial support you need while studying in higher education. Read on and we'll walk you through your options.
  • What you need to know about energy price rises Energy prices are dominating the headlines. But why is that? And more importantly, what can you do about it? Read on and we’ll walk you through it…
  • Energy price cap explained Find out what the latest price cap means for your energy bills and what you can do about it.
  • The feed-in tariffs scheme The feed-in tariffs scheme is now closed to new applications, but many households continue to benefit.
  • What is a Student Bank Account? All students need a bank account to help manage their finances during their studies, but a dedicated student account can provide you with helpful extra features, such as an interest-free overdraft. Our guide explains what makes them different and how they can benefit you
  • Electric Car Charging With an electric vehicle, the need to ‘fill up your tank’ has been replaced with the need to ‘charge your battery’.  Read on to learn all you need to know about electric car charging, including how much it costs.
  • How to apply for a loan Find out more about getting a loan, from choosing the right provider to how it affects your credit score
  • What is a student overdraft? One of the most sought-after benefits of a student bank account is an interest-free overdraft to help fund your studies. But are they really the best option? And what are the risks? Our guide explains all
  • Lost pensions There are billions of pounds in lost pensions in the UK waiting to be claimed, but how do you find out if any of them are yours? Our guide explains
  • Boiler grants for new and replacement boilers With the cost of a new boiler stretching into thousands, depending on the kind of model you want and any additional work that needs to take place, any kind of financial support is welcome. The good news is that there are numerous grants and schemes run by the government and private providers that offer major discounts, which mean that having a new heating system installed doesn’t have to break the bank.
  • How much deposit do you need for a house When it comes to buying your first home, it can feel tricky knowing where to start. Our guide for first-time buyers explains how to save for a deposit and work out what you can borrow. Read on to learn more.
  • Prepaid US Dollar travel cards Prepaid US Dollar travel cards can free you from high transaction fees while you're holidaying in the US. We'll help you track down at a great Dollar prepaid card with a great rate.
  • Mortgage interest rates 2023 What will rising interest rates mean for your mortgage and how can you protect yourself from increased costs? Our guide explains how interest rates work and what it means for you
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  • Bridge loans Get closer to your new home with a bridging loan in partnership with Fluent
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  • Hire Purchase Secure your new wheels with a hire purchase deal
  • Joint Loans Applying for a loan with a partner can give you a better chance of borrowing what you need. But how do you get a joint loan and what are the risks?
  • Best current accounts From student and joint accounts to high interest and cashback accounts, our guide can help you decide which account is best for you.
  • Bank fraud Fraudsters are using ever more sophisticated scams to con us out of our cash. Our guide explains how you can avoid being a victim
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  • Cash advance credit cards Our guide to how a cash advance works, what counts as a cash advance and what it might cost you
  • NOW Broadband review 2023 NOW Broadband is one of the most wallet-friendly providers. And one of the most flexible too. But can its stripped down packages really compete with the likes of Virgin Media and Sky? We take a look…
  • Switching Bank Accounts Switching bank accounts doesn’t have to be stressful. With the Current Account Switch Service (CASS), you can do it in a few simple steps
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  • Regular savings accounts WIth a regular savings account you can put money away monthly and start to see your nest egg grow
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  • ENERGY SAVING TIPS Energy prices are at record levels. So we put our heads together to come up with some simple steps to help trim your bills.
  • Energy-efficient white goods An old or inefficient appliance is more than likely costing you more money than you want. But that need not be the case
  • Credit card calculator If you’ve got an outstanding balance on your credit card, our handy interest and repayment calculator will help you work out how long it will take to pay it off based on your APR and monthly payments...
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  • Plusnet vs BT broadband: which is best? BT is Plusnet's parent company. But when it comes to broadband packages, they're very different propositions. Here, we take a look at everything they've got to offer.
  • Plusnet broadband review 2023 ‘Good, honest broadband’. That’s how Plusnet describes its service. But how does it measure up to that claim? We take a look…
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  • Stamp duty Stamp duty is what you pay if you purchase property above a certain value in England and Northern Ireland – but rules are slightly different in Scotland and Wales. Here we take a look at the new stamp duty tiers announced in September 2022 and how much you'll now have to pay when buying a property.
  • How to save money on your phone bill Now more than ever, every little counts. And as households wrestle with the biggest cost-of-living crisis for generations, it’s important to make savings wherever you can.
  • Mobile Match Makers After years spent under lockdown and dating app swipes reaching more than 1 billion swipers per day during the height of the pandemic, 2022 is the year of the great dating reset, with research from dating sites finding people who are looking for love are becoming more upfront than ever with potential partners, with stricter criteria for matches.
  • TalkTalk broadband review 2023 TalkTalk’s broadband is certainly cheap. But is it cheerful? And how does it compare to rival providers with pricier packages? Read on, as we run the rule over everything it’s got to offer
  • The lifetime cost of broadband across the world With more than 5 Billion active users worldwide, the internet has become an essential part of our lives. But how much will you pay for the privilege of accessing the internet over the course of your lifetime?
  • Zen Internet broadband deals Alongside business broadband, Zen Internet provides fast and reliable internet to UK homes too. While it’s less wallet-friendly than some providers, Zen offers best-in-class broadband and customer support. Read on to find out more.
  • Tesco Mobile review: Is Tesco Mobile any good in 2023? Tesco Mobile is cheap. And you get Clubcard points every time you pay your bill. We find out what else the supermarket giant's network has got to offer in our Tesco Mobile network review.
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  • BT vs EE broadband: which is best? EE is owned by BT. But their broadband offerings are very different. We put them to the test for our BT vs EE review.
  • BT vs Virgin Media broadband: which is best? Virgin Media and BT have a lot to recommend them. But which is faster? Which is better value? And most importantly which is best for your needs? We take a good look at everything they’ve got to offer to help you decide.
  • Vodafone broadband and phone deals Vodafone broadband is fast and reasonably priced. Here we take a look at everything it's got to offer and see how it stacks up against rival providers.