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Direct debits for bank switching and rewards

Bank switching is a great money maker, but if an offer requires a direct debit and you don’t have one already set up, it can be a race to get one on your account in time. But there are plenty of fast and low-cost ones you can set up to nab the bonus.

READ: Direct debits for switching

Discounted gift cards hack

Gift cards aren’t just “gifts” - you can buy them for yourself to use on your everyday spending, including the supermarket, eating out, cinemas, shopping and more.

READ: Hack to save on gift cards

Black Friday Bootcamp

Black Friday is just next week (though some deals have already begun). It can be a good opportunity to save, but it can also push you to spend more than you can afford. We’ve shared our tips to ensure you’re ready.

READ: Get ready for Black Friday

Get paid to recycle your beauty packaging

Don't throw away your cosmetics when the tube is empty — some retailers, including John Lewis and Boots, will actually give you money back or vouchers for them.

READ: How to get paid to recycle

UK Inflation: what is the current rate?

Inflation has dropped to 4.6% — mainly due to the drop in the energy price cap. That’s good news, especially for savers as it’s now easy to make sure your interest rate is above this. Here's the full update.

READ: Inflation now 4.6%

Monzo launches cashback to all customers

Monzo launched cashback to a select few customers a few months ago, but now everyone is getting the chance to earn money back on their spending. Find out how you can earn cashback with Monzo.

READ: Get cashback with Monzo

CASH CHATS PODCAST

Cash Chats 346 | Boss Black Friday, cashback card welcome offers & buying out-of-date food

In the latest episode of the pod, Andy is looking at

How to prepare for Black Friday sales
The best cashback credit card welcome offers
Discount online supermarkets – will they save you money?
Andy’s Deals of the Week

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THIS WEEK'S TOP DEALS

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

1. TopCashback: £20 sign up bonus

TopCashback is offering new customers a boosted £20 welcome bonus when you spend £15. Here's how to get it.

2. Savings: 5.22% easy access

Metro has shot to the top of the tables with a 5.22% easy-access and 5.91% on a 1 yr fix. All the best paying savings accounts.

3. Official London Theatre: New Year Sale

We already have details of Official London Theatre's New Year Sale, including a list of all the shows you'll be able to get discounts on. A presale for Mastercard holders begins today. Here are the details.

4. Asda Rewards: up to £5 bonus

Sunday is the last day you can save into your Christmas Cashpot to earn a bonus on your savings. Add £40 and you’ll get £5 added for free. Here's what you need to know.

5. Mixr: free drink and free £5 pub voucher

If you download the Mixr app with our referral code and connect a payment card, you can get a free drink and a free £5 voucher to spend at eligible pubs. Here's the referral code.

6. Black Friday: early deals at Amazon, Aldi and more

Though we’re a week away from the official sales, some early offers are starting early, so head over to our BF deals page to see what Aldi, Amazon, Merlin, NOW TV and others are doing. Our Black Friday deals page.

7. Amazon: £5 off £20 (for some)

Some Amazon customers can get a £5 off voucher (when you spend £20) just for starting a wish list. Find out if you’re eligible.

8. Royal Mail: free letter from Santa

You can help keep the magic alive by getting a free letter from Santa from the Royal Mail. You just need to have your little one write a letter to the man himself. Here's the address and details.

9. Supermarkets: 25% off wine

As we run up to Christmas, the supermarkets are bringing back their 25% off wine deals, including Tesco, Morrisons, Asda and Sainsbury's. Here are the deals.