The Guardian published findings today stating that the majority of price cuts that Asda and Tesco made in the run up to Christmas were only 1pence. This disappointing finding is something that, as consumers, we need to be more aware of. Retailers will often show colourful and impactful signs saying ‘sale’, ‘BOGOF’ and ‘limited offer’ to [...]
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Know when your getting a great deal in a supermarket: by Marc Lockley, author of How To Pay Less For More
Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010Are comparison sites the real deal? by Marc Lockley author of How To Pay Less For More
Saturday, February 20th, 2010Laura Whateley in todays Times(20th February 2010) wrote a really informative article on price comparison sites entitled ‘Do comparison sites really offer the best deals?’ She had searched the sites for value following a survey by Which? that led to the conclusion they were not delivering a reliable service. At times Laura felt them difficult to navigate, [...]
Read More »What stressses out the Brits the most by Marc Lockley Author of How To Pay Less For More
Saturday, February 6th, 2010The latest MINTEL figures have revealed that financial worries are the most significant cause for stress in Britain. Their senior health analyst, Alexandra Richmond, said: “Even though the recession may be over, people have become more aware of the fragility of their jobs, or indeed the price of their home, which is why employment and [...]
Read More »Make great monthly savings on your mobile phone contract says Marc Lockley, author of HOW TO PAY LESS FOR MORE
Friday, January 22nd, 2010Saga recently asked me to write an article on the savings you can make with your mobile phone contract. It always surprises me that people allow their contracts to expire and yet not discuss better terms with their suppliers. A clients of mine who had a ‘bells and whistles’ contract saved themselves nearly £350 a year [...]
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