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Cheap Package Holidays: Slash the cost of even late deals by 15%

Never think the package holiday price you see is what you should pay. This step-by-step guide shows when and where the best bargains are, and how to haggle down getaways by 15%-plus with a few calls. The holiday haggle isn't just for already reduced late deals; you can slash $100s off holidays booked in advance too.

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Child Trust Funds: How to make the most of your voucher

It's slightly more spin than bonanza, but your child's Child Trust Fund (CTF) voucher has arrived. This article's about the very best place for you to stash the cash. ...

Should I pay off my mortgage? Saving v mortgage overpayments

It’s a common dilemma, whether to pay more off a mortgage or save? While overpaying usually wins, there can be spanners in the works… repayment penalties, need for emergency funds or even just high savings rates. This step-by-step guide will help you decide and includes the ‘Should I overpay my mortgage?’ calculator. ...

Interest Rates Guide: Everything you ever wanted to know!

Interest rates indicate the price at which you can borrow money. It can get seriously complicated, with many anomalies, so for starters I'm going to simply explain the basics, then step it up a notch. If it gets too much, just stop – understanding the basics alone is the most important bit! ...

Tesco Savings Loophole: Top savings account with upto $60 of clubcard deals

Tesco's savings rate of 6.5% AER pushes it into the best buy tables, better still put over $1,000 in and you get up to $80 worth of freebies on top (even if you don't keep the money in for long). This is a full Q&A guide to maximise the benefit. ...

Starting Saving: Where to put your money

It sounds like a new age meditation, but the ‘Savings Fountain' is my concept to cut a path through the savings conundrum. Using it could easily double the interest you earn....