Moneymatters

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

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

Award winning journalist Stephanie Hawthorne offers words of warning. MAKING sure your home is covered in the event of frozen or burst pipes, floods or storms may not be at the forefront of your mind

Perhaps you’ve been a bit loose with your summer spending or back to school has brought you down to earth with a bump. Either way, autumn is the perfect time to give your finances a health check so th

Q I like to tip in restaurants when I’m on holiday. Do you have any advice on how much to leave? AIt really does vary. In some countries it’s not expected, whereas in popular tourist spots in the USA

Here’s how to find out if you’re spending too much for your broadband, phone and other utilities