Articles, News & Reviews

This is where you’ll find the latest articles we write about the ways to be clever with your cash – from tips on saving, spending and understanding your relationship with your finances through to money news and product reviews.

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Full list of Blue Light Card discounts in 2026

Full list of Blue Light Card discounts in 2026

It’s the exclusive club for frontline staff, but is it worth it?  Shopping is always more fun when you get a discount, and with some...
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Get paid to recycle your beauty, skincare and haircare packaging

Get paid to recycle your beauty, skincare and haircare packaging

Don’t just throw away empty cosmetic packaging. Not only can you recycle used containers, retailers such as John Lewis, Boots and Lush will reward you...
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January 2026's current account news & offers

January 2026’s current account news & offers

The latest news to help you get the most from your bank account. Here's my monthly update sharing changes for leading UK current accounts, as...
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Side hustle tax: mythbusting the rules

Side hustle tax: mythbusting the rules

We separate fact from fiction with the rules for tax on side hustles If you sell your old clothes on Vinted or eBay, rent out...
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How to sell and buy on Vinted

All you need to know to start selling your old clothes If you want to make a little extra cash or just declutter your wardrobe,...
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Cheap direct debits for bank switching and rewards

Cheap direct debits for bank switching and rewards

Run out of regular payments required for free cash? Here are few easy direct debits that'll help. How many direct debits could you need? I'm...
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How do 0% purchase cards work?

How do 0% purchase cards work?

We explain how to get the most out of them. The right credit card can let you spread the cost of a big purchase, or...
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Do you need an ISA in 2026?

When these tax-free accounts might be useful Just because you can use an ISA for savings and investments, should you? Find out how to decide...
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Buy Now, Pay Later explained: Should you use it?

Make sure you understand how it works. Buy Now, Pay Later continues to get more and more popular. It's practically impossible to visit an online...