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Storewards Receipt Scanning App To Close In October 2024
Another one bites the dust; Popular receipt scanning app, Storewards, announces its closure in October 2024.


Earn Money/Get Rewarded For Recycling At Home With Bower!
Get paid to recycle with the Bower app. You can now earn unlimited money recycling at home, in your own recycling bin & reduce carbon!


eBay Removes All Fees For Private Sellers In The UK!
eBay removes all fees for private sellers, making it a great time to sell your clutter for some extra cash!


10 Practical Tips to Lower Your Gas and Electric Bills
Lower your heating costs with simple tips: adjust boiler temperatures, switch to LED bulbs, use cold washes, and cut standby power to save £100s a year.


The Almost Secret Amazon Hack to Find You The Best Deals
The 'almost secret' way you can save up to 50% off the cost of products & yellow sticker Amazon Fresh deals!


M&S Launches ‘The Parent Hood’ - A Free Baby Club - Exclusively From Sparks
M&S launches its first baby club, and members can save up to £250 per year; and all for free!


Cheap Holiday Tips: How to Travel Abroad Without Overspending
Discover smart ways to save on holidays. From flexible travel dates to booking hacks and money-saving tips abroad, enjoy budget-friendly trips without stress.


The Tips And The Tricks I learned Working For A Supermarket!
As a former supermarket worker, I give you hints and tips on the secrets the supermarkets don't want you to know!


You Could Get A £100 Aldi Gift Card By Applying To The Aldi Back To School Fund
Aldi is giving away £100 gift cards as part of a back-to-school promotion, this September, to help parents pay for supplies.


Grab A Free Ikea Breakfast & £15 Discount On Saturday 7th September!
Grab a free breakfast and £15 discount at Ikea on Saturday 7th September, and you won't even need to get dressed!


Are You Getting Paid To Recycle Your Household Waste? If Not, Why Not?
Did you know that you can get paid to to do your home recycling, using your normal blue recycling bin?!


Expert Tips to Save Money on Back-to-School Supplies
The new school year is here and so check out our tips on ways to save money on your back-to-school supplies!


ODDBOX Review: A Rescued Vegetable And Fruit Delivery Service | Food Waste Reduction
Read my review of the Oddbox service and find out how you can help save food from waste and support small independent farms


Homemade Pizza Dough Recipe - Why Buy Pizza When You Can Make It!
Who doesn't like pizza? Why buy it though, when you can make delicious pizza at home using cheap to make homemade pizza dough


Here's How Selected Amazon Customers Can Get £5 Off A £15 Amazon Spend.
Check to see if you are able to save £5 off a £15 Amazon spend, but you need to be quick!


The Useful FREE Royal Mail Parcel Collection Service
Did you know that Royal Mail will collect your parcels from your home, and it's totally free?


Crucial Points to Consider Before Your First Car Purchase
Buying your first car? Learn how to set a budget, choose between new or used, check running costs, and avoid common first-time buyer mistakes.


Morrisons Cutting The Price Of 2,000 Products For More Card Customers
Morrisons to slash the cost of 2,000 items this September, for More Card holders.


Honda Civic Alloys: A Guide for the Budget-Savvy Honda Owner
Find the best Honda Civic alloys without overspending. Learn how to balance fitment, style, and price for safe, stylish, and budget-savvy wheel upgrades.


Funeral Costs UK: What Could You End Up Paying?
Planning a funeral can bring several unexpected costs. Here’s what to budget for, from cremation and burial to certificates, probate and professional fees.


'Ask For Ellen' This Summer, For Free Crumpets & Toppings For The Whole Family!
'Ask For Ellen' returns this summer, and it means everyone can grab free crumpets & toppings, courtesy of Morrisons & Warburtons.


Top 7 Revenue-Based Financing Firms in 2026
Compare seven revenue-based financing companies offering flexible business funding for US, UK and European businesses, including e-commerce brands, SaaS companies and established small businesses.


eBay And Nectar - Big Changes On Points Earning/Spending Announced
Big changes with the way you can earn and spend Nectar points with eBay announced, fins out all you need to know..


Financial Planning for Your Dream Holiday: Books to Help You Save and Splurge
Heading off on holiday and are looking for some useful reading matter? These finance-themed books could help you pay for your next holiday!

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