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Expert advice from money-saving champion Mel Hunter on consumer rights and how to squeeze the most out of life for less

Q Do retailers charge the same price for items sold in-store as they do on their websites? A Not necessarily. Some retailers may charge a different amount for certain items in-store – in the cases I’v

Q I’ve heard about a ‘green mortgage’ – what does that mean? Can anyone get one? A There are two main types. Firstly, if you’re buying or remortgaging an energy-efficient home, the lender may offer ca

Chef and influencer Claire Thomson shares how to cook quick, nutrition-packed meals on a shoestring

Living well for a healthy planet

Homemade basics are cheaper, tastier and easy to batch bake. A few storecupboard staples can save pounds on snacks, breakfasts and even takeaways. 1 HOMEMADE GRANOLA Toss oats, honey, seeds and nuts w