MoneySavingExpert News 2012 Which? launches collective energy switching campaignHouseholds that want to switch energy tariff can register with Which? as the lobby group has promised to negotiate a collective deal for consumers. 7 February 2012 Home phone and broadband prices on the riseHome phone bills are set to shoot up over the next few months as Virgin Media, O2 and Orange have all announced price rises. 7 February 2012 Retailers in extended warranty shake-upMajor UK electrical retailers are poised to avoid a major competition inquiry by overhauling their £1 billion-a-year sales of extended warranties.7 February 2012 Rise in first-time buyers predictedThe proportion of first-time buyers is set to rise slightly this year, but they could face a narrower choice of properties due to a lack of first-time sellers, a study suggests.6 February 2012 Will the big freeze hit energy bills? Future energy price cuts could be delayed as firms pay more for the power they sell us thanks to freezing temperatures and increasing demand.3 February 2012 Benefit cap 'could hurt couples'Couples could be forced to live apart by the Government's benefit cap, an economic think-tank is warning.3 February 2012 Warning – free skincare trials may be subscription trapBeware of unwittingly agreeing to pricey subscriptions when signing up for 'free' product trials online. 2 February 2012 OFT launches investigation into gym contractsA number of gyms are being investigated by the Office of Fair Trading (OFT), to determine whether or not their contracts are unfair. 2 February 2012 House prices 'still falling slightly'House prices dipped by 0.2% in January, with analysts predicting the market could tilt further in buyers' favour over the coming months.1 February 2012 Water bills to go up this AprilWater bills in England and Wales will rise by about £20 per household from April, regulator Ofwat has announced today. 31 January 2012 First717273 Suggest a story Got a money-related news story that affects you? Email us