Posts Tagged ‘haggle’

Are comparison sites the real deal? by Marc Lockley author of How To Pay Less For More

Saturday, February 20th, 2010

Laura 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, [...]

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Cut through the jargon and get a great TV for less by Marc Lockley author of How To Pay Less For More

Thursday, February 18th, 2010

It’s been a busy time with writing and coaching over the past few weeks, so apologies to readers of this BLOG – I shall try harder in future! Saga asked me to write an article on buying a television and here is the link. For readers of Saga who have first come to this page – welcome! To follow the [...]

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Have a great but inexpensive Valentines by Marc Lockley author of How To Pay Less For More

Friday, February 5th, 2010

I don’t want ot be a killjoy, but Feb 14 is a commercial cash-cal for many retailers, with prices for red roses rising to gargantuan amounts in many florists; and ‘Valentines specials’ having huge mark ups in restaurants and hotels. So last week I was tasked by Saga on-line to come up with ten top [...]

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Carpet capers by Marc Lockley author of How To Pay Less For More

Friday, January 29th, 2010

This is an expensive time at the moment with lots of renovation going on. The latest installment in the household is carpets! Luckily I have a partner who is fantastic with colours, therefore I only needed to concentrate on the price. However pressure was on when Mrs L realised she fell in love with a [...]

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How to get a great plumber at a GOOD price by Marc Lockley, author of How To Pay Less For More

Thursday, January 28th, 2010

This is a subject close to my heart. Having had masses of plumbing work done recently, I realise the importance of quality workmanship; this re-emphasises my point about buying ‘value’ rather than just cheap. If you want to learn more about getting a great plumber at an affordable price, read my article on the Guardians [...]

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Savvy spending podcast for the Guardian by Marc Lockley author of How To Pay Less For More

Monday, January 25th, 2010

I was asked to do a podcast on savvy spending with Guardian’s money writer Huma Qureshi. We discussed everything from money off your monthly bills, savvy ski shopping and renting clothes – great ways to keep the outgoings low. If you want to have a listen, then here is a link direct to the podcast. [...]

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Make great monthly savings on your mobile phone contract says Marc Lockley, author of HOW TO PAY LESS FOR MORE

Friday, January 22nd, 2010

Saga 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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Radio researcher tries his hand at negotiating when buying a car. BLOG by MARC LOCKLEY author of How To Pay Less For More

Tuesday, January 19th, 2010

This morning was a busy morning!  I had 14 (apologies to BBC Radio Liverpool it was cancelled at the last minute) interviews on radio in 3 hours – tiring but HUGELY enjoyable. It seems that getting a better deal is very hot on peoples minds as the Christmas Credit Card Bills hit the doorstep and we begin [...]

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