Money matters

Q I’ve heard you can get cheap car hire deals if you agree to drive a car one way to a destination. Will it save me money? A Some car rental relocation firms will let you drive a car, campervan or mot

Q Can you save on package holidays by booking them at the last minute? A Potentially. You may find prices drop the closer you get to the departure date, although the later you leave it, the more flexi

We help you make savvy choices, so your hard-earned goes that bit further

Millions more pensioners will get a Winter Fuel Payment this year, after the government backtracked. If you’re state pension age, or above, you’ll automatically get a payment of between £200 – £300. H

Q I often end up spending more than I’ve planned to on holidays, once all the costs are factored in. How can I avoid this? A The key is to make a budget for the whole trip, not just the travel and acc

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