Finance

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Universal Credit and Tax Credits compared - which one is better to claim
Mirror Money compared the two benefits so you can see what each benefit can give you and whether you should consider moving over to Universal Credit or remaining on Tax Credits
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Section 75 - how spending £1 on a credit card could save you £1,000s
Martyn James talks us through Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act after the Government this week announced plans to update and review this important piece of legislation
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Tax refund - how to check if you've paid too much and how long it takes
Here Mirror Money explains how to check if you are paying too much tax, the steps you need to take to claim it back, and how long this can take
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'Found supermarket receipt from 1993 - lamb chops cost 86p and Lucozade was 41p'
The shopper stumbled across the decades-old receipt quite by accident and was shocked to discover the price paid for the grocery items when they were purchased on September 27, 1993
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Man's recipe to make cinema-style Tango Ice Blast at home with 3 ingredients
We all enjoy a classic Tango Ice Blast at the cinema, but now one user has revealed how you can make the tasty drink at home so you can have the ultimate movie night in
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McDonald's confirms Monopoly is returning soon - and fans can't wait to play
McDonald's has finally confirmed that their Monopoly game is coming back once again and fans of the fast food chain are going wild over the return of the popular giveaway
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The seaside holiday parks that cost hundreds of pounds less than Center Parcs
We love a trip to Center Parcs, but Haven keeps out wallet happy with short stays in September starting from £99
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Barclays shuts another 14 branches in fresh blow to high street - see full list
Barclays are closing another 14 branches across the UK, after previously announcing they would be axing more than 140 of their in-person facilities over the next two years
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Savvy shopper gets entire week's food for just £10 from Aldi when money is tight
A money-savvy shopper who regularly spends just £10 on her weekly food shop has shared her shopping list plus the meals she makes from her Aldi-bought ingredients
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The amount of money washing clothes at 30C saves you compared with 40C
If you're looking to save money on energy bills, one tip that is often floated around is washing your clothes on a cooler setting - but just how much money can they save?
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Garden expert warns as you can be fined £1k for breaking neighbour privacy rule
As people spend more time in their gardens as the weather is warmer, there are certain rules that you should not break, because otherwise, you could face a massive fine
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Tea expert's 'smart' mug trick 'saves money and ensures good flavour'
A tea expert has shared their guide for the 'correct' way to make tea - and it includes an amazing mug trick which will not only create the best flavour, but help you save money too
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Easy way to get £5 voucher to spend in H&M, John Lewis, River Island and more
Donating old clothes to your favourite high street retailer is a great way to get money off, plus you're also helping the planet and clearing out your wardrobe
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Expert warns the fridge isn't best place to store onions so they won't go mouldy
With the rising cost of living, people will be looking to cut costs where they can - and this handy onion storage hack will mean they can last for up to six months
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Morrisons cuts prices of 170 products from bread to beer in cost of living boost
But just because prices have been reduced at Morrisons, it doesn’t mean you can’t find the same products - or an own-brand equivalent - cheaper elsewhere, so make sure you compare prices
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1.3 million households missed a bill payment in a single month - how to get help
Two in five (42%) could not pay their energy bill, four in ten (40%) missed their council tax payment, nearly four in ten could not afford their water bill (38%) and a third (32%) struggled to pay for broadband or TV
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Martin Lewis fan explains how they made free £800 from high street banks
Many high street lenders are currently offering cash “bank bribes” to entice new customers - at the moment, you can earn up to £200 just for one switch
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Thrifty parents can now buy school uniforms for just 50p using handy online tool
A handy online tool has proven to be a saving grace for many parents, allowing them to pick up pre-loved school uniforms for their children for as little as 50p
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Natural 29p ingredient melts away pesky limescale build-up in bathroom overnight
If you're desperately needing to remove the unsightly limescale build-up from things in your bathroom, experts have suggested that there's a 29p method to banish it
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Consumer expert shares products all shoppers should buy the day after Prime Day
Shoppers who go to the checkout today could save up to £70 more than Prime shoppers
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'I have 11 kids and keep all their shirts bright white with easy washing trick'
A mum of 11 has shared her simple hack to ensure that children's white shirts stay as gleaming as possible without much effort and fuss - and without bleach as well
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Royal Mail stamp deadline explained - as millions set to become worthless
Classic stamps are being replaced by ones with barcodes, which allow recipients to watch videos when they scan the barcode - but when is the deadline to use old stamps?
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'I found £100 sitting in loyalty accounts I always forget to check'
I admit, I am not a loyal shopper - I try to shop around for the best prices, rather than stick to one store - but I always use member cards where I can and was surprised to find I had built up £100
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Virgin Media investigated by Ofcom over customer cancellation complaints
Virgin Media customers said they struggled to get through to an agent on the phone, while others complained their call was dropped mid-way through or they were put on hold for a long time
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Full list of benefits being paid early next month including Universal Credit
Benefit claimants who are due to receive a payment on a bank holiday will likely receive their money earlier than normal, as welfare payments are not normally processed on bank holidays.