Your weekly money saving deals and news from money expert Andy Webb
My top content this week
"Later today there will likely be another base interest rate rise. Keep an eye on the blog and YouTube for updates on what this means for you" Andy
BLOG, VIDEO & ARTICLES
The best extra “dummy” accounts for bank switching
You're often asking me if there are quick and hassle-free extra accounts you can set up just for switching to get a free cash bonus. So in this article and video I've taken a look at when you might not want to switch your main account, and which ones are worth getting just to switch.
How to get the best value sun cream
The sun is out! It's obviously vital you apply sunscreen - but does it make a difference how much you spend? Find out what you need to look for when buying a bottle, and how to make sure you're getting the best value for money.
Nationwide Start to Save review
Nationwide have today relaunched this hybrid regular saver / prize draw account. It offers 2.5% and the chance to win £250 every six months. So is it worth it? Here's my analysis and comparison with other savings accounts.
MyWaitrose loyalty scheme changes again - for the better
When it launched in March the revamped Waitrose voucher scheme required users to have a smartphone - which made a lot of people angry.
However there are now extra options, such as printing the vouchers. And for some the chance to get them in the post. Here's more, plus my updated thoughts after a few months of using it and saving £5 to £7 a week.
CASH CHATS PODCAST
271 | Save on petrol, best value sun cream, choosing bank rewards & more
The latest episode of the pod is a solo episode, and I’m talking about:
- How to find the cheapest petrol and diesel
- Whether you need to pay more for better sun cream
- Why it’s not either / or when it comes to bank rewards
- How best to pay for a big purchase and get points
You can listen to episodes via all the normal podcasting routes or over on the blog.
If you do listen on one of these apps, please do take 60 seconds to leave a rating and review!
YOUR QUESTIONS
Ask Andy #48: Your money questions answered
Catch up on the most recent YouTube live along with answers to your questions on student overdrafts, when to cancel NOW TV, topping up National Insurance and more.
Next live Q&A: Tuesday 28 June 2022
My live Q&As are the best place to ask me your questions. The next one is at 7pm on Tuesday 28 June. Make sure you follow me on YouTube or Instagram to join in.
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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. American Express: Shop Small starts Monday
Ok, so it's not as good as it used to be, but I'm still excited about supporting local businesses and saving money next week. You can earn up to £25 back per card (so more if you have extra or supplementary cards) - just remember to activate the offer first. Here's how to make the most of the promotion.
2. Booking.com: Decent Amazon vouchers
If you're looking to book a hotel the this offer from Metro will earn you sizeable Amazon vouchers on spends over £100 at Booking.com. Here's more.
3. Theme Parks: 2-4-1 tickets
There are a couple of offers right now which will get you two for the price of on at the likes of Alton Towers, Chessington and Thorpe Park. More here.
4. Co-op: £3 off £10 spend
It costs £1 to join Co-op's membership but newbies will get a £3 discount on a £10 spend, along with weekly coupons after that. Here's more.
5. Theatre: Kids Week returns
This offer gives one free kids ticket when you buy an adult one, then 50% off for two more kids for West End shows in August. More here.
6. Craft beer: The best voucher codes
Yesterday was National Beer Day... so in honour of that here are some of my favourite discounts on craft beer at shops like Honest Brew, Flavourly and Brew By Numbers. More here.
7. Boots: Use your Advantage card before 20 June
If you've not swiped your Boots Advantage card in the last 12 months then make sure you do before next Monday, otherwise you'll lose all your points! More here.
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MORE DEALS!
Here are a few ongoing and recent offers you might have missed:
Banking offers
- Top bank switch: £170 cash bonus
- Top reward account: £5 a month from Halifax
- Top cashback account: Up to 3% back with Santander 123 Lite
- Top ethical bank: £60 voucher or donation via Triodos
Savings & investing offers
- Top regular saver: 3.5% First Direct
- Top current account interest: 2.02% Virgin Money
- Top easy access account: 1.56% Virgin Money
Cards and bills deals
- American Express: Up to £280 welcome bonus
- Halifax Clarity: £20 cashback
- M&S Reward: £30 e-voucher
- Curve: Free £10 welcome bonus
- Snoop: Free £5 Amazon voucher
Shopping vouchers and other deals
- Amazon: Up to £10 off for some
- TopCashback: £15 welcome bonus
- Flowers: £10 off Bloom & Wild
- LNER: Free £5 train travel credit
- NUS card: Alumni card trick
- Birthday freebies: Food, drink and vouchers
Entertainment deals
- Spotify: Including 12 months for the price of 10
- NOW TV: 50% off passes
- Apple TV+: Up to 8 months free
- Vue: Free ticket and movie rental
- Disney+: Save £2 a month
- Ethical Consumer: Free issue of the magazine
Food and drink offers
- Tesco Clubcard Plus: One-month free trial
- Tastecard: 60-day free trial
- Ocado: £20 off your first order
- Gousto & Hello Fresh: More than 90% off your first boxes
- Pringles: Free pack
- Honest Brew: £10 off craft beer
- Greene King: Free pint or spirit & mixer
- Deliveroo Plus: Free year via Prime
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Me talking money elsewhere
Though I'm mainly on my own channels, you can also catch me this week at the following:
- In my Metro column: "Customers shouldn’t have to battle to get the credit card perks they’re entitled to"
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Recent content you might have missed
I know it can be tricky to read, watch and listen to everything I create each week, so here are some articles, videos and podcasts from the last few weeks you might have missed.
- How to save money on petrol & diesel
- Chase welcome offer ends – will you still get the money?
- My month in money #4 (May 2022)
- New £400 energy bill cut + further cost of living support: How to get it
- Virgin Money hikes savings rate to 1.56%
- Barclays to close 40 branches – find out which ones
- Premium Bonds prize rate increases to 1.4%
- How to make the most from Amex Shop Small 2022
- Cut the cost of using your mobile phone abroad
- Best before, use by and sell by dates – what’s the difference?
- Club Lloyds review & £125 switch offer
- How to get cheap theatre tickets
- Bank Switching Q&A
- Ways to manage your money and mental health
- The best ways to earn and use Boots Advantage points
- Should you be sharing your TV streaming accounts?
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