April

With bulb planting 'season' on the horizon, autumn and winter are a surprisingly good time of year to plan for your plot. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a newbie to gardening this year, have a huge garden or a small balcony, I've plenty of ways to save on everything from seeds to trowels and even compost sharing, as well as tips for decorating and furnishing your garden on a budget and for free.

Budgeting is a core part of being a MoneySaver, but for many it can feel a little daunting. However, avoiding it can have a negative impact on our mental health. In fact, a new report found that saving - even a little - can potentially help with sleep. As someone who's only started budgeting properly in 2024 (at the grand old age of 46!), I've learned the following, which may help you too:

With 2024 already nearly one third completed, join us as we take stock of some of the latest MSE Forum highlights.

Whether it's a biggie such as Glastonbury, a niche event such as Standon Calling, or even a one-day gathering at your local park, festivals can cost a lot of money – and that's not even including the ticket! Here's how I've learned to save cash (after the ticket price) so you can focus on the line-up, not your wallet, with MoneySaving tips on everything from camping and travel essentials to phone charging, food and fashion.

Is it possible to enjoy Shakespeare on a shoestring budget? That's one of the questions we're asking this week as we round up some of the latest MSE Forum highlights.

At MSE we like to tap in to the wisdom of Forumites when preparing new MoneySaving guides.  Read on to find out how you can help, and check out some of this week's MSE Forum highlights.

Whether your MoneySaving question is an everyday one or something extraordinary, the MSE Forum is bound to have some wisdom to share. Here are some of the week's highlights.