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21 spring cleaning deals to help you spruce up your home for less

21 spring cleaning deals to help you spruce up your home for less

If you've got the urge to clean and organise your home this spring, here are some deals and offers on products that could help you. From cleaning to decoration, you could find something to suit you in this week's Helen's Deals.

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Neither a borrower nor a lender be

Neither a borrower nor a lender be

For Shakespeare Day, we wanted to find out if lending to friends really does put the friendship at risk. We found that almost 3,000,000 relationships have been damaged in the last 12 months alone.

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Car commuters vs rail commuters - who pays more?

Car commuters vs rail commuters - who pays more?

We compared the cost of commuting by car with commuting by train - and found that despite sharp increases in rail fares, commuting by car still costs significantly more.

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What you should know about…paying bills by Direct Debit

What you should know about…paying bills by Direct Debit

Here's a look at what you need to know about making payments by Direct Debit - from how they work and how they can be set up, to how they can be cancelled.

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Twenty ways to raise money for charity - for free

Twenty ways to raise money for charity - for free

Fundraising events can be expensive to set up - but there are ways you can raise money for free (or very cheaply).

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thinkbanking's name change: your questions answered

thinkbanking's name change: your questions answered

On 17th September thinkbanking changed its name to thinkmoney. This name change does not affect the way your account runs day to day and you don’t need to do anything.

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thinkbanking to thinkmoney - and 8 other brand name changes

thinkbanking to thinkmoney - and 8 other brand name changes

From BackRub to Google and from Opal Fruits to Starburst - here are some of the known brand name changes in history. Any surprises?

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Student bank accounts: what should you look out for?

Student bank accounts: what should you look out for?

When choosing a student bank account, it may help to look out for a number of important features.

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thinkmoney's guide to mortgages

thinkmoney's guide to mortgages

The thinkmoney guide to mortgages gives you the basics of mortgages, but you should discuss your options in depth with a professional before you commit yourself to anything.

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Set up a standing order to 'get ahead of the savings game'

Set up a standing order to 'get ahead of the savings game'

Research has found that 25% of savers have a regular standing order or Direct Debit leaving their bank account each month - and people who save this away are "ahead of the game" when it comes to their finances.

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Average bank account balance 'increased 18% in first quarter'

Average bank account balance 'increased 18% in first quarter'

The first three months of the year were good for savers, with the average savings balance increasing by 18% on the previous quarter.

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Bank account fraud prompts calls for security reviews

Bank account fraud prompts calls for security reviews

CIFAS, the UK's fraud prevention service, has called for a review of online security practices following high levels of bank account fraud last year.

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Bank holidays on a budget

Bank holidays on a budget

Here are a few ideas to help you have fun over the bank holiday without splashing the cash too much!

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Savings account - interest rates or access?

Savings account - interest rates or access?

When you're choosing a bank account for your savings, you may have to choose between higher interest or easy access to your money. Read more here.

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Sophisticated online bank account hacking uncovered

Sophisticated online bank account hacking uncovered

The BBC reports on a new sophisticated hacking technique called 'Man in the Browser' (MitB) which allows criminals to steal money from your bank account without your knowledge.

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The thinkmoney guide to types of savings account

The thinkmoney guide to types of savings account

Choosing the right type of savings account for your needs is important. If you're wondering about the best way to save money, read this guide to help you decide which type of savings account is right for you.

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£250,000 appears in your bank account - what would you do?

£250,000 appears in your bank account - what would you do?

It might sound like a dream come true to find a quarter of a million pounds in your bank account, but for Leo Benedictus, it was a stressful experience.

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thinkmoney's guide to getting out of debt

thinkmoney's guide to getting out of debt

If you're looking for advice on repaying your debts, this thinkmoney guide could help you become debt-free sooner rather than later.

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