Money matters

Q Do you have any tips on getting a good deal when eating out at restaurants? A I’ve recently discovered First Table, which operates in a number of UK cities. It gives you a 50% discount on food at a

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Saving cash can be tough. Here are some tricks to help you stay on track 1 VISUALISE THE OUTCOME It can be much easier to forgo treats you’ve decided to reduce in order to save money if you keep the b

Q How reliable are artificial intelligence tools for giving consumer advice? A People are increasingly using AI, but treat results with caution. Which? researched a number of AI tools, asking them abo

“Check whether your local theatre, museum or restaurant has ‘off-peak’ times or tickets,” suggests Laura Linden, financial strategist at feistyfd. com/. “Many have quiet-day pricing, often hidden behi

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