thinkmoney logo

The Blog.

We’re here to make money matters simple. From rent and mortgages to bills and benefits, find advice that works for you.

Categories:

Bills & Payments
Competitions
Budgeting
Money Saving Tips
Banking Information
Financial Guidance
General Finance
Life at thinkmoney
Insurance
COVID-19
Financial Crime
thinkmoney News
World Environment Day
Topical
Press Release
Cost of living
Benefits
Autumn Budget 2026: What could happen to Universal Credit, PIP and other benefits?

Autumn Budget 2026: What could happen to Universal Credit, PIP and other benefits?

Autumn Budget 2026 could bring changes to Universal Credit and PIP. Find out what’s confirmed, what’s been proposed and what claimants should know.

Read more
Tagged in:
Benefits
Supermarket freebies: 7 things you can get for nothing right now including free cake at Morrisons

Supermarket freebies: 7 things you can get for nothing right now including free cake at Morrisons

From free cake at Morrisons to kids' meals and loyalty rewards, here are some top supermarket freebies available right now and how shoppers can claim them.

Read more
Tagged in:
Cost of living
Mortgage rates rising as Santander and HSBC up costs for borrowers: Should you fix now?

Mortgage rates rising as Santander and HSBC up costs for borrowers: Should you fix now?

Mortgage rates are rising again with HSBC and Santander among the lenders increasing borrowing costs. Experts are warning costs are now about to head up. Here's what borrowers need to know and whether no is a good time to fix their deal.

Read more
Tagged in:
Cost of living
Christmas jobs 2026: John Lewis hiring seasonal workers now

Christmas jobs 2026: John Lewis hiring seasonal workers now

Retailers are gearing up for the busy festive period by hiring extra workers now. If you're looking for a job, here are the firms that have started hiring.

Read more
Tagged in:
Cost of living
Benefits you could be missing out on as billions goes unclaimed – including Council Tax and water bill help

Benefits you could be missing out on as billions goes unclaimed – including Council Tax and water bill help

Millions of households are missing out on financial support because they don't realise what they are entitled. Here is the full list of help that people are failing to claim.

Read more
Tagged in:
Benefits
Cinema tickets for £4 at Vue, Odeon and Cineworld - How to claim National Cinema Weekend offers

Cinema tickets for £4 at Vue, Odeon and Cineworld - How to claim National Cinema Weekend offers

This weekend is National Cinema Weekend. You can get £4 tickets at chains including Vue, Odeon, Cineworld. Here's what you need to know.

Read more
Tagged in:
Cost of living