The A-Z of saving money; Avoid a £1,000 fine; 12 months free broadband

Published: Tue, 10/07/14

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Hi ,

It may be officially Autumn but warm yourself up with our bright new A-Z of saving money - 26 money saving ideas. It's full of ways to make your pennies go much further so dig in!

As it's October it's time to make money as a Santa or an elf as the agencies book people now. We've also got news of an upcoming course to be a doula and make money with your mothering skills.

We've also got some great offers for you too including an easy way to make money during your lunch break, a 3 in 1 Electric Egg Maker for just £12 and 12 months free broadband plus £100 M&S vouchers. Plus you also have the chance to win a Mario Kart 8 Wii U Premium Pack.

Oh, and don't throw away your car tax disc - you could make money from it! We'll tell you how next week when there'll be loads more money makers, money savers and bargains.

Love,

Jasmine

PS. Did you know that if you don't renew your photo-card driving licence, including your photo, every ten years, you could face a £1,000 fine? I'd completely forgotten about it myself until recently! 

What you must do this week

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Great alternative to a standard loan

Peer to peer lending is a growing phenomenon and a great alternative to banks for borrowers.

Zopa can offer you a loan between £1,000 - £25,000 and you decide over how many years you would like to pay it back (1-5 years.)

Interest rates are low and there are no early repayment fees should you be able to pay it faster, which we particularly like.

Earn £££££s during your lunch break


Each survey will take about 15-20 minutes and you'll earn £3 for your time. Whether you have some spare time during your lunch break or you want to take part from the comfort of your own home, this is a nice little earner!

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EXCLUSIVE: get 15% off a Cardboard Radio/ iPod Speaker

Can you imagine a radio made from recycled cardboard? Well now you don't have to.

Ideal for picnics and beach trips, Nigel's Eco Store has created the world's first cardboard radio or, if you prefer your own musical choice, iPod speaker.

Moneymagpie readers can get an exclusive 15% off this eco-friendly gadget, which means you can get yours for just £21.

Ask Jasmine - Do I haVe to have a deposit to buy a house?

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Click the image above to play.

Jasmine's had several questions this week and here's her answer to the best one. Find other questions on Jasmine's YouTube channel.

If you have a financial question email info@moneymagpie.com with ASK JASMINE in the title.

win a mario kart 8 wii u premium pack

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This week we're giving you the chance to win a brand new Wii U bundle with Mario Kart 8, the best-selling game of 2014.

With engines revving and gravity-defying courses awaiting, this could be the perfect Christmas present for someone in your family.

Enter here for your chance to win

The A-z of saving money: 26 ways to save

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There's no reason why you should have less of a life just because you're saving money. We've got 26 ways to be savvy with discounts, offers, vouchers and even freebies.

To help you save - and live! - check out the 26 ways to save money.

Get paid to help a new mum!

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Become a doula and get paid to support a woman through her pregnancy and the first few months of motherhood.

Being a doula is a wonderful way to make money by helping people and you don't need any qualifications - being a mum means you're almost qualified already.

Make money as santa

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Make money as every child's hero - Santa Claus (or one of his elves)! 

Department stores and party organisers are on the look out right now for kindly gentlemen to be Santa, as well as women to play elves and Mrs Claus.

Find out how to make money as Santa.

Luxury for less

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3 in 1 Electric Egg Maker for just £12

Eggs are simple, nutritious and make a great meal and now you can do them boiled, poached or even in an omelette with this 3 in 1 Electric Egg Maker.

Simply pop in up to six eggs and decide how you want them. If you're boiling then you can make them either soft, medium or hard.

This great gadget is currently reduced from £49.99 to £12, so get yours while you can!

Buy yours here
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FREE guide to maintaining your money

If you've saved up a lump sum or have recently inherited a bit of money it's important to keep hold of your wealth.

This FREE guide shows you how put together a financial plan, maximise your tax relief and explains the best investments.

Get your free guide here

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12 months free Sky Broadband plus £100 M&S voucher

Sky are running their strongest ever offer. They're giving you the chance to get free broadband for 12 months (then £7.50 a month) and line rental for just £15.40 a month.

Not only that but on top of this excellent deal you will get a £100 M&S voucher to spend how you want. This is a limited offer so get yours now!

Sign up here

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EXCLUSIVE 10% off luxury homeware

Iwantoneofthose.com are offering Moneymagpie readers the chance to get an EXCLUSIVE 10% off luxury homeware.

Whether you are after fine Alessi cutlery or indulgent organic bath oils, IWOOT offers something for everyone.

To get 10% off just enter the code LUX10 at the checkout.

Take advantage of this exclusive offer

community

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Finance and investing column

Read Justin Urquhart Stewart's finance and investing blog for his sharp brain and his wicked sense of humour.

This week Justin takes a look at how to deal with the deficit.

Read our finance and investing blog
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Travel column

Read our travel blog, written by Ron Stern, editor-in-chief of JustSayGo.com.

This week Ron discusses a four day Ireland adventure.

read our travel blog

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