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How to avoid the VAT trap

How to avoid the VAT trap
How much more will it cost to have a pint in the pub or fill up your car with petrol now the VAT hike has come into effect? Read More
By Katy Ward Posted 4th January 2011 In Bills and budgeting

Beat the VAT hike!

Beat the VAT hike!
The return of VAT to 17.5% in January will see everything go up in price - and in some cases by hundreds of pounds. However, here are a few cunning ways to get around this extra tax sting. … Read More
By Sarah Coles Posted 10th December 2009 In Money–saving tips

Know your consumer rights

Know your consumer rights
The Christmas shopping season has arrived! However, before you hit the shops and start buying gifts for everyone, it's important to check your consumer rights. Victoria Bischoff explains…. … Read More
By Victoria Bischoff Posted 18th November 2009 In Bills and budgeting

12 ways to cut the cost of your Christmas shopping

With just 8 weeks left until Christmas, it's time to start planning your festive shopping. Here are twelve top tips for stocking up on gifts and goodies this year -without breaking the bank. … Read More
By Victoria Bischoff Posted 2nd November 2009 In Money–saving tips

Four frugal ways to have fun this payday weekend!

By Victoria Bischoff Hurrah! Payday weekend is almost upon us. To celebrate, here's a round up of some fabulous deals and discounts to help you have fun - for less! 1. Cheap spooky treats… Read More
By BeatThatQuote Editorial Team Posted 26th October 2009 In Money–saving tips

Nine moneysaving tips for men

This week, as a special treat, I've done a round up of bargain buys for blokes. Read on to discover how you can save on gadgets, games, grub…And best of all beer! After digging deep into the… Read More
By Victoria Bischoff Posted 28th September 2009 In Money–saving tips

Your last chance to bag a summer bargain!

The August bank holiday is almost upon us, the kids will soon be back at school and winter fashion is starting to flood the shops. Here's how you can squeeze the best out of summer's final sales…… Read More
By Victoria Bischoff Posted 21st August 2009 In Money–saving tips

Six ways to fill your suitcase for less

If you're about to jet off to sunnier skies, here are six summer steals to help you stuff your suitcase for less… The summer holiday season is now in full swing, and I know I'm looking forward… Read More
By Victoria Bischoff Posted 3rd August 2009 In Money–saving tips

Why I love online shopping

Right now, times are tough for the world's shopaholics - and, as a result, many savvy spenders have started using the web to search for better bargains. Victoria Bischoff explains. In these troubled… Read More
By Victoria Bischoff Posted 16th July 2009 In Money–saving tips

Five frugal Father's Day finds

With Father's Day fast approaching, many of us will be frantically searching for the perfect gift for our pa. Luckily there's a whole host of bargains to be had on everything from groovy gadgets and… Read More
By Victoria Bischoff Posted 17th June 2009 In Money–saving tips