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

It's one of the UK's most coveted private members' clubs for those with the right credentials. No, it's not Soho House, we're talking... Costco. But is it worth the hype? We've got 18 tips, from secret ways you may qualify without realising to how petrol savings alone can pay for the membership.

22 September 2026

Travelling by train can be expensive, so it's crucial to cut costs where you can, particularly with fares having risen by up to 4.6% last year. This guide has 17 ways to save, including how booking weeks (or even hours) ahead can bag the cheapest fares, when flexible season tickets win, how to split tickets, beat booking fees and much more.

22 September 2026

Vector image of a figure on a computer screen running and holding up a gold trophy.

From £23,800 in cash to five-star holidays, MoneySavers have won the lot. It's all about 'comping', a potentially profitable hobby. This guide covers sourcing the right free competitions, using web gadgets to form-fill at speed and much more.

21 September 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.

15 September 2026

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.

15 September 2026

This week marks 100 days to go until Christmas, so in order to avoid spending a fortune over the festive period you need to start planning now. This isn't about early celebration, it's about preparation. There are sackfuls of things you can do now to reduce the financial stress and avoid being skint in January.

14 September 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.

14 September 2026

A shop's job is to make money, and there's nowt wrong with that, but our job is to keep it in your pockets. So to help redress the balance, we've 10 things shops don't want you to know – many are insider secrets divulged by shop workers.

14 September 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.

11 September 2026

Facebook Marketplace and local selling groups are hot on eBay's heels as the place to earn cash flogging unwanted stuff. As with Vinted and now eBay, there are no fees, so the profit's all yours. This is a crash course on how to earn £100s.

11 September 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.

11 September 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.

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25 August 2026

Amazon's the biggest name in online retail – for many, it's a one-stop convenience shop. This guide is packed with tips to help slash prices, including how to check your personalised offers, £2 a month off Prime via O2 Priority, free delivery loophole and 50% off Prime if you're aged 18-22.

24 August 2026

No debt problems are unsolvable. It might not be easy or quick, but there's always a route. When mental health problems are involved, some special solutions apply.

4 August 2026