Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis has revealed a little-known trick that could result in a significant council tax refund for many UK households. An MSE investigation found £141 million in refunds waiting to be claimed, and Lewis outlines the most common reasons you could be due a refund, along with a step-by-step guide on how to claim it.
With Christmas just around the corner, securing your festive supermarket delivery slot is crucial to avoid last-minute stress. Money Saving Expert (MSE) urges shoppers to book early as slots are filling up fast. This article provides a comprehensive guide on booking delivery slots, click & collect options, and helpful tips for saving money on your Christmas groceries.
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis highlights a significant tax break for married couples – the Marriage Tax Allowance. This allowance allows you to transfer £1,260 of your personal allowance to your spouse if they earn more than you, potentially saving you hundreds of pounds in tax. Find out if you’re eligible and how to claim this valuable benefit.
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis is urging Brits to be cautious about third-party firms claiming to help recover Child Trust Fund (CTF) money. He warns that thousands of young adults are unaware they are owed an average of £2,212 each, but these companies are charging exorbitant fees for a service that’s easily done for free. This article explains how the CTF scheme works, who is eligible, and how to claim your money directly from HMRC.
Millions of UK car owners who financed their vehicles between 2007 and 2021 could be owed thousands of pounds due to potential mis-selling of car finance policies. Martin Lewis, the founder of Money Saving Expert, urges car owners to check if they were unfairly charged higher interest rates and to file a complaint if they were.
Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis reveals a simple but effective strategy to tackle credit card debt: balance transfers. By switching to a 0% balance transfer card, you can potentially save hundreds of pounds in interest charges and pay off your debt faster.
Martin Lewis, the UK’s renowned finance expert, has issued a critical warning for Tesco Clubcard holders. Millions of pounds worth of Clubcard vouchers are set to expire on August 31st. However, there’s a simple trick to extend their validity for two more years. This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to convert your points into vouchers, extend their expiry date, and make the most of your Clubcard savings.
With the energy price cap dropping on July 1st, Money Saving Expert advises taking meter readings and potentially topping up prepay meters to ensure you benefit from the lower rates. While the savings may seem small, they can add up to significant amounts over the year. However, the cap is expected to rise in October, so consider building up credit or looking into fixed deals to avoid future price hikes.
Sainsbury’s is offering a limited-time promotion that allows customers to earn hundreds of extra Nectar points. To participate, customers must opt in via the Nectar app and spend £1 or more at a time in multiple transactions. The promotion runs from May 8 to June 4, 2024, and is available to millions of customers. The number of bonus points earned varies, but customers can potentially earn up to 500 points (worth £2.50). Customers are advised to check their Nectar app for eligibility and ensure their Nectar and Sainsbury’s accounts are linked when shopping online.
Following guidance from Martin Lewis’s Money Saving Expert, a woman named Dawn managed to save nearly £2,000 on her car insurance. Her initial renewal quote was £2,947, but utilizing the Compare+ tool and checking with Direct Line, she secured a quote for £1,027, resulting in a significant saving of £1,946. According to the Money Saving Expert website, the Compare+ tool assists users in identifying the most cost-effective deal, the optimal time to purchase, and potential savings by adding additional drivers to their insurance.
