Your weekly money saving deals and news from money expert Andy Webb

My top content this week

1. Why you need more than one bank account

Last weekend you might have seen how thousands were affected by the collapse of German payment processing company Wirecard and left unable to access their money or use their cards.

This is just one reason why you need to have more than one current account. Here's more on this and the main features on accounts I think you should get.

2. Reward credit cards: Which are best – cashback vs points vs miles?

As long as you are comfortable with using a credit card and can clear the balance each month, then earning rewards on your spend is a great way to make a little extra cash.

But should you go with a cashback card or one which earns you points or miles? Here's how they work, and my take on which is best.

3. Cinema reopenings: How to save money

Along with pubs, restaurants, hairdressers and other businesses, cinemas are allowed to open up again from Saturday.

If you are planning a trip, here's which money saving offers are likely to be available. Plus which chains are opening now, and which one's aren't.

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My podcast this week

Cash Chats #130: Are freebies really free?

I've very mixed feelings about freebies or heavily discounted trials. On one hand I love them - who wouldn’t, you get something for free. One the other hand I’m not sure they’re always a good thing.

Listen to my latest episode of Cash Chats to see when they're good and when they could end up costing you more than you expect.

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Thanks to everyone who's already joined my new Facebook community for fans of the blog and my Cash Chats podcast.

The idea is that it's a space for us to connect throughout the week, as well as give you all a chance to ask questions and share your own money saving and money making ideas.

I've seen this work really well elsewhere so I'm excited about what we can all achieve together.

So please do head on over, join up and say hello.

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The top deals this week

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

Plus, it's worth following me on Instagram where I post any extra deals which come too late for the newsletter, including a deals of the week video update on Friday.

1. £10 Google Mini speaker

If you spend £100 or more at John Lewis you can pick up a Google Nest Mini smart speaker for a tenner, saving £40.

2. Noise cancelling Sony headphones deal stack

I've been tracking the price of Sony's WH1000-MX3 headphones for a while, and this week managed to stack a couple of deals to bring the price down to £185 - saving me £75 off RRP.

I can't guarantee it'll work for you - and one part of this combo ends today - but you can still get a pair for £224.

3. 20% off Paperchase

You can get 20% off everything full-price at Paperchase with a discount code. Here's more on the offer.

4. £5 off Amazon - for some

There are a couple of new £5 off codes to use at Amazon - but only for eligible customers. And the only way to find out if you can get the savings is to click through. Here's more on the offers.

5. Free movie rental for British Gas customers

If you get your energy from British Gas you can get a free £5.99 credit to spend at Sky Store.

6. Free "gratitude" greeting cards

You can claim three free greeting cards from Hallmark that you can send to people who you think deserve thanks during lockdown.

7. Cheap Night In: Hamilton/Frozen 2

From Saturday you'll be able to stream both the film version of musical Hamilton and the hit Frozen 2 via Disney+. You can get a 7-day free trial, or if you are with O2 you can save on the monthly price.

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Quick deals

Banking offers

Best interest: 2% at Nationwide for one year
Top free cash: £50 cashback for opening a TSB account

Cards and bills deals

Shopping vouchers and other deals

Entertainment deals

Travel offers

Free £10 to spend at Booking.com

Food and drink offers

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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.

My £1,000 money makeover

Here's my complete series of tips and tricks to help you make savings of at least £1,000 - if not more!

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