Loo seats, solar panels & sunrise photos – this week's MSE Forum highlights

We love hearing when members of the MSE Forum win big in competitions they've found via the site, and this week there have been some great success stories.

The Big Apple, bread-making & buying printer ink – this week's MSE Forum highlights

When taking up a hobby or fitness regime it can be tempting to spend loads of cash on new gear. This week on the MSE Forum we heard from a Forumite who's into running but doesn't want to pay more than they need to for a decent pair of shoes.

How to prepare your digital life for when you die

Death is something we've all got in common, and as we say at MSE, it happens – so plan for it. But what happens to your digital life when you die – from the Instagram dedicated to your guinea pig to the reams of Loki fan fiction stored on your iCloud – is something most of us are unlikely to have considered. Here's how to ensure loved ones can easily access your digital assets when you die.

Foodbank donation tips

We've already written about how to use a foodbank in our How to get free (or cheap) food guide, but this blog explores the other side: how to donate to a foodbank in the most effective and MoneySaving way. With more people than ever likely to need a foodbank this year, let's see how we can help.

13 ways to STOP wasting food and drink

Are you always throwing out food that’s gone off? It's been claimed that new food labelling guidance could save shoppers £1 billion a year by prolonging the lifespan of food and stopping edible items being thrown out. We’ve 13 tips to help you stop throwing food away.

Caravans, camera doorbells & Christmas crafts – this week's MSE Forum highlights

Whether it's cooking a meal or making a once-in-a-lifetime purchase, the collective wisdom of the MSE Forum is sure to be able to suggest some ways to give your plans a MoneySaving twist.

30 Vinted buying and selling tips

With over 16 million users in the UK, Vinted is a huge source of preloved bargains from just £1. It's also a great way to make extra cash by flogging your own wardrobe – especially as there are NO fees for sellers. What's more, shopping second-hand is good for the planet.

Cat fur, childhood favourites & cooling vests – this week's MSE Forum highlights

This week on the MSE Forum we've got a heady mix of nostalgia, holiday planning and home improvements.

Carpet moth, changing a bathroom & collectable coins – this week's MSE Forum highlights

We've been talking footwear on the MSE Forum this week, and discussing whether it's worth spending more on a pair of shoes that will last for years. Read on for more of the week's biggest talking points.

Car boot sale tips and tricks: How to make some money (and have fun) selling your unwanted stuff

It's like real life eBay or Vinted... as a regular car boot seller, they're a combo of making money and a fun day out. Here are my top tips I've learned over the years to make the most of the sales if you’re packing the car and heading off to sell on a weekend…