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No one has it easy right now. We're all struggling to some extent and the evils of lockdown are only just showing themselves in our economic woes. There is more to come out before we really see the light of day too.
But that doesn't mean that you and I have to suffer.
As you know, at MoneyMagpie we're always truffling out ways that people can live for free, get stuff for cheap and, excitingly, make money on the side.
And oh boy, do we have some fun ways for you to do all of that today! It's like opening a bag of sweets...you don't know which to choose first!
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Then there's the freebies...we've got a cheeky little piece about how you can get all sorts of free stuff by having a permanent birthday! Go on, treat yourself :-)
Oh, and speaking of freebies, come to my totally free webinar where I am joined by experts to discuss which of the crypto coins, if any, will be the new world currency. Register here for free.
So be part of the MoneyMagpie club: make money, get those freebies and have a genuinely richer life. Don't get pulled down by the air of doom around us (although it's very easy to do). We can all create our own positive atmosphere and live in that. Go be your real, joyful self...
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Will one of the crypto coins be the new world currency? If so which one?
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Fiat currencies are dying but are any of the crypto coins ready to take over?
Will it be Bitcoin, or Ethereum, or XRP or one of the stablecoins?
Join our experts to work out which crypto you should invest in.
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10 Fab Birthday Freebies!
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Is your birthday coming up? Do you love freebies? Well, you’re in luck. Many companies give out freebies for your birthday, including free food, vouchers and more.
You can count on businesses to spoil you on your birthday.
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Furniture Poverty and where to turn if you need new stuff.
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Furniture poverty (which includes being unable to afford anything from beds and sofas to white goods) is a genuine problem in the UK, with many prices inaccessible to those on a low income or in financial dire straits.
We take a look at where to access free furniture and where to turn if you need some cash for that new bed.
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Make and Save Money From Your Caravan!
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Caravan holidays offer a huge range of benefits. If you’ve ever used a caravan or mobile home, you will be aware of the enjoyment they can bring. Of course, it’s also cheaper than a B&B or hotel.
However, have you considered that owning a caravan can actually make you money, too?
Let’s take a look at the ways in which you can make and save money with a caravan:
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Get £1000 to Eat Fast Food!
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You could get paid to eat fast food!
If you love chowing down on delicious goodies from McDonald’s, Greggs and Subway, you are in for a treat! Materials Market are looking for six fast food fans to take part in research, where you could get paid £1,000.
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Money Making Opportunity Using Your Window
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You can earn good money placing adverts in your window. If you live on a busy street this is a valid side hustle.
Blind company 247 Blinds are offering £1000 to do exactly this here.
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The Bank Rate Rise and What it Means
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The 1% bank rate rise means there has been a tenfold increase in Base Rate since December, with rates at the highest level for 13 years: e.g. March 2009 was the last time we saw a 1% rate rise, which is going to be pretty depressing news for a lot of people.
We take a look of the reality of what it means for most of us.
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In this episode of Ask Jasmine, MoneyMagpie reader Judy asks Jasmine about cancelling old credit cards. See what Jasmine has to say on this and whether it will impact credit score.
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Opinion Piece: The Psychological Impact of Poverty.
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Over the last few months we have seen a huge increase in people reaching out to us in genuine despair. One was a reader (who chose to remain anonymous) sending in her own story. While not the worst we have heard by far, she makes a very good case for what poverty can do to mental health and wanted us to share this with you.
If you too have a story you want to share then please reply to this email and let us know. We are here to listen.
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Tuesday 3rd May - GB News - Mark Steyn Programme, cost of living crisis
Tuesday 3rd May - Closer magazine - holiday money-saving tips
Wednesday 4th May - BBC You and Yours - Klarna
Wednesday 4th May - BBC Hereford and Worcester - pensions for babies
Thursday 5th May - BBC Radio Scotland - money-saving
Thursday 5th May - BBC Radio Wales - The Money Hour
Friday 6th May - BBC Hereford and Worcester - investing for children
Monday 9th May - BBC Radio Kent - money-saving ideas
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Every newsletter is bursting with money making and money saving ideas, plus exclusive deals, competition prizes and freebies.
Love, Jasmine
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