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My top articles this week

1. New Nectar app - how to get it and is it worth it

Sainsbury's has been trialing a different format for Nectar points, and it's now being rolled out nationwide. To get it you need to sign up again. Here's what you need to know about activating the new rewards, and my thoughts on whether it's better or worse for you. Plus the best ways to collect and spend your points.

2. How to switch bank accounts

I'm always encouraging you to switch your bank account - whether to cut overdraft fees to nab some free cash, but I've not actually explained how! So in this article I've taken you through how the process works, what you need to do and what to watch out for.

3. Is your holiday protected?

The fallout from the collapse of Thomas Cook continues this week. I've not written about what affected customers should do (there's a good guide here from MSE), but I have shared what everyone needs to think about to make sure their holiday is protected - whether that's through a package or a DIY booking.

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The top deals this week

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1. Up to 20% off toys at Smyths

Until Sunday you can get £10 back for every £50 you spend on toys in-store at Smyths. So spend close to a multiple of 50 and you'll get 20% off.

2. "Free" Lego Advent Calendar for new TopCashback customers

If you've not signed up to TopCashback then you can get a huge £24.99 back on the purchase of a Lego Advent Calendar. You'll have to pay £3.95 in postage, but that's still a top new member offer and big saving.

3. Free Costa Express hot drink on Tuesday

Pop into participating locations (from supermarkets to petrol stations) with a Costa Express machine on Tuesday 1st October and you'll be able to grab a free hot drink whether that's a cappuccino or hot chocolate. You can find where the machines are here.

4. £5 off £20 spend at Iceland

You can get £5 off at Iceland until Tuesday if you spend at least £20. You can find the voucher here.

5. Two Odeon tickets and movie rental credit for £7

Head over to movie streaming site Chili before Monday and if you spend £7 on TV or movies (it can be rentals or to keep), you'll get sent vouchers to swap for two Odeon tickets. You can currently get Shazam for £1.90 and US for 90p. Cinema tickets are valid until the end of October.

6. Boots Advantage Boost weekend from Friday

I've just had confirmation from Boots that there's another Advantage boost promotion this weekend. You'll get 20 points back for every £1 you spend (min spend £50 in-store, £60 online), effectively giving you 20% back in points.

It's a great time to buy your standard Boots things, as well as look at other items you wouldn't expect such as posh Dyson hairdryers and fancy car seats. Starts Friday and ends Monday.

7. Space NK - £15 off when you spend £60

Another beauty deal running this weekend. Every time you spend £60 you'll get £15 knocked off at the till. It works in multiples so spend £120, get £30 back and so on.

8. Will Aid is in November

You can book a slot now to get a discounted will in November. It'll cost you £100 charity donation for a single will, or £180 for a will for couples. There's also Free Will Month in October for over 55's.

9. £175 HSBC Bank switch offer is back

The biggest bank switching offer is back. You'll get £175 credited to your account if you open an HSBC Advance account and switch over.

There's also £100 from HSBC for new student accounts.

10. Free 90-day Tastecard trial - Extended until 1st October

I've blagged a limited time deal for you lot to get a free 90-day trial of Tastecard. The offer was due to end yesterday but I've convinced them to extend it until the end of the month.

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Recent articles you might have missed

I know it can be tricky to read everything I write every week, so here are my main articles from the last few weeks.

Costa giveaway | Nectar changes explained | 20% Boots Advantage & Smyths Toys | £5 Iceland | Is your holiday protected? | £15 Space NK | More