Jenny Keefe

Lead Writer

Jenny's experience

Jenny joined MSE in 2005 after degrees in literature and journalism. In an earlier life, she taught English in Japan.

A little more about Jenny

Jenny lives on the Essex seaside and is mum to two girls and a gecko. When she's not queueing for theatre day seats, she can be found thrifting, reading novels or scouring for free days out loopholes.

Jenny says...

"I love helping people save money, especially on things like days out with kids that might otherwise be hard to do right now. I also love shopping sustainably, and showing others how to buy and sell second-hand, be it on Vinted or eBay."

In the press

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis shares his top tips for charity shops LiverpoolEcho

Martin Lewis' MSE shares online shopping trick for getting up to 50% off at Asos, H&M and more DailyRecord

Latest from Jenny Keefe

Willing to give views on politics, washing-up liquid or what goes on between your bedsheets? If so, it's possible to earn £100s a year, without any special skill or talent. It's all about filling in online surveys for cash and taking part in focus groups. This guide will first go through some of the basics behind them and then we've a full rundown of the top 22 free survey sites that'll pay you.

24 July 2026

Oyster and contactless card refunds from TfL

If you've an old Oyster card lying around that you no longer use, perhaps because you've switched to contactless, you could reclaim a share of £517 million sitting on unused cards. You can also get refunds for Tube delays, and reclaim up to a year's overcharges if you failed to touch out, whether you paid by Oyster, contactless, phone or watch.

21 July 2026

Many old items you have sitting around at home can be worth serious cash, but to really get the money rolling in on eBay, you need to know the etiquette and shortcuts. This is a crash course on how to sell on the auction giant, as well as other second-hand marketplaces.

21 July 2026

The summer hols are nearly upon us, and millions need to entertain the kids. So we wanted to come up with ways to create some unforgettable summer magic for free (or very cheap), from writing to a celeb to 'painted rocks' treasure hunts.

20 July 2026

Here's how to reclaim lost Clubcard vouchers, boost their value and add to your points haul without spending a penny. Plus, we've info on the top rewards you can swap.

16 July 2026

Pssst! Wanna buy cheap stolen goods? From bikes to gadgets to designer bags, it's possible to grab goods at a fraction of the normal cost. Not many people know about this trick, so you could nab some real bargains.

13 July 2026

Walking away with someone else's luggage could bag you big bucks. It's all about buying people's unclaimed suitcases, via lost luggage auctions.

13 July 2026

While Center Parcs will never be dirt-cheap, we've a host of clever tricks to bring down the cost. Whether you plan to go or have already booked, this guide has tips to help, including how to grab £199 four-night breaks, hidden cheap dates if you've school kids, and get euro parks at half the price.

3 July 2026

There are scores of legit ways to earn extra money, whether selling stuff, working from home or using the web. After all, no matter how good a MoneySaver you are, a little bit more money's always useful.

3 July 2026

Everyone from the UK going to the USA, or just passing through, must fill out an Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) form in advance. There's heightened security at the border, so it's crucial to ensure your travel docs are in order. This guide explains what an ESTA is, how to get it, what to be wary of and how to avoid paying more than the official $21-per-person fee.

3 July 2026

One person in the UK develops dementia every three minutes. Yet relatives can't just walk into a bank and access your money, even if it is to pay for your care. Unless you've a Power of Attorney, loved ones would need to apply through court, which can be long and costly. So get it sorted – this guide shows you how.

3 July 2026

If you’re going abroad this summer, it’s worth knowing that at 24 out of the 29 big UK airports it’s not free to get dropped off at the terminal – ridiculously they charge to set someone down outside departures. Yet it’s often possible to avoid these fees by getting your steps in.

26 June 2026

Why not use your screen time to boost your coffers? You could earn £1,000s/year by clicking and swiping, with no special skill needed. This guide lists 20+ (legit) ways to make money online – you can get paid just to watch videos, write, search on Google, sell photos, make your own YouTube clips and much more.

16 June 2026

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9 June 2026

Whether you're a buyer, seller or voyeur, the web's a goldmine of info to find out anything you want about any property. From how much next door sold for to property heat maps, this guide lists 28 secret web weapons to do just that.

27 April 2026