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The top savings accounts for 2023

Here's my start of the year round-up of the highest-paying accounts I'd go for right now to get the most interest on my savings.

READ: Where to put your savings

Best Current Accounts for 2023

I've also picked my top current accounts for the year, including the best app, best for rewards, best for overdrafts and more.

READ: Which bank is best?

9 ways to cut your household bills

If you're looking at where you can find extra money, a good place to find savings are (most) of your bills (sadly not energy right now). This guide shows how I go about getting the best deal.

READ: Spend less on mobile, broadband and more

Be a seat filler and get cheap tickets

With the cold weather and tight budgets, it's no wonder people are going out less this month. But those empty seats at venues need to be filled, which is where "seat filling" websites come into play.

You can get free and cheap tickets to theatre, comedy, dance, concerts and more. Here's how they work.

READ: Cheap tickets hack

CASH CHATS PODCAST

300 | Be Clever With Your Cash in 2023

In the latest episode of the pod I’m talking about:

My priorities for your 2023 to-do list including
Getting prepared for bank switching deals
Prioritising savings and getting the best rates
Earning extra every time you spend
Knowing when and how to save money on your bills
Plus your chance to win a 1:1 video chat with me

You can listen to episodes via all the normal podcasting apps or over on the blog.

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YOUR QUESTIONS

Ask Andy Live Q&A: Tuesday 10 Jan @ 7pm

My live Q&As are the best place to ask me your questions. The first one for this year is next Tuesday at 7pm.

Make sure you follow me on YouTube or Instagram to join in. The earlier you ask your question the more likely I'll have time to answer it.

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THIS WEEK'S TOP DEALS

I only share deals and special offers on the blog which I think are really good value. Click the titles or links for more information.

I'll also share a quick update on Instagram on Saturday morning.

1. Monzo: £10 welcome bonus

New Monzo account holders who use a referral code can get £10 when they use their debit card, boosted from the normal £5 for the next week or so. More here.

2. Franco Manca: £5 Pizzas

January is a great time to save money on eating out. I've spotted dozens of offers from local restaurants to national chains, so it's worth checking social media and websites for your faves to see what's on offer.

One of the best I've seen is £5 pizzas from Franco Manca. More here.

3. Costa: Buy one get one free

If you buy a drink from Costa on Friday you'll get a voucher for a free hot drink. More here.

4. Airtime Rewards: £2 stamp bonus

Spend four lots of £5 with a card connected to Airtime Rewards at retailers such as Boots and Greggs and you'll get £2 bonus credit. More here.

5. Nectar credit card: Boosted welcome bonus

Sainsbury's Bank is offering new cardholders a boosted 10,000 points if you spend £400 at the supermarket, Argos or Habitat in the first two months. The points are worth £50, rather than the usual £40. More here.