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Santander Edge cashback credit card review

Santander has launched a new cashback credit card which can get you up to 2% back on your spending for the first year. Read our review to find out how it compares with other cashback credit cards.


Is Santander's cashback credit card any good?



How to save money at Marks and Spencer Food

M&S is known for being one of the priciest supermarkets, though it offers superior quality in exchange. We've looked at how you can bring down the cost of your M&S food shop.


Pay less for food at Marks



The best extra “dummy” accounts for bank switching

When you want to make the most of bank switches, it can be helpful to have extra "dummy" accounts. There may not be many switches available at the moment, but that doesn't mean you can't prepare for when they come along.


Which banks are good for dummy accounts?



Deliveroo service fee price hike

Deliveroo has made changes to service charges, which means you'll probably pay £1 more for every order you make. At the same time there's been a positive change to the Deliveroo Plus membership. Here's what's changed.


How much more will you pay?



Barclays to close 74 branches in 2024 and 2025

Barclays has announced a further 20 branches to close. See if yours is affected.


What to do if your branch closes



Your Money, This Month

Catch up with what's going on in money news this month, including Budget and base rate predictions, utility bills hikes, mortgage rate wars, the National Insurance cut and plenty more.


Watch Your Money, This Month



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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. HyperJar: up to 1.5% cashback

This offer for new HyperJar customers will earn you 1% on the first £500 spend each month, then 1.5% on anything above this. Here's how to get it.


2. Valentine's Flowers: up to £10 off

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and it's better to get your flowers ordered now than leave to the last minute.


To help we've collected some of the best discounts on flowers, including £10 off your first order at Bloom & Wild and 25% off at Bunches.


3. Caffé Nero: free barista drink

You can grab yourself a free coffee at Caffé Nero when you download the app and make a purchase. Here's how to do it.


4. Gift cards: 20% off at Tesco

Whether you're looking for an idea for a Valentine's date or just want to save on a trip to see Argylle or Migration, you can nab yourself 20% off Odeon and The Restaurant Card e-gift cards at Tesco.


5. Gift cards: cashback boosted until midnight

Cashback apps JamDoughnut and HyperJar have temporarily boosted rates on gift cards. And if you've not signed up for JamDoughnut yet, you can get £4 free when you sign up.


6. Hello Fresh: free delivery with Amazon Prime

You can now get free delivery on your Hello Fresh deliveries if you've got Amazon Prime. This could save you up to £20 a month.


7. Mubi: 90 days free

Streaming service Mubi is offering 3 months free, getting you access to all the films on its platform. Just remember to cancel after your free trial. See how to get it here.


8. Octoplus: free Greggs hot drink

Octopus Energy's rewards programme for customers now has offers including free Greggs hot drinks and two Odeon tix for £10. Here's how to get it.


9. Unbanx: £3 for sharing your banking data

This won't be a lucrative as the YouGov Finance offer, but it's possible to make a little extra cash by sharing your banking details via this app. Here's how to sign up.


SAVINGS, BANKING & CREDIT CARD BEST BUYS

Savings

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READ: All the best savings best buys



Banks

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READ: All the best banking best buys



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READ: Best cashback credit cards



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MORE DEALS

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Recent content you might have missed

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