Rachel's Blog
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on 16 December 2009Shop with a shopbot!
Last minute Christmas shopping? Make sure you use a shopbot! -
on 07 December 2009
Save money this Christmas!
If you’re looking for ways to save some cash over the festive period, you’ve come to the right place! -
on 13 November 2009
Will Next change its ways?
The Next online payment system really gets my goat. But it looks like things are changing... -
on 02 November 2009
Rent it out!
If you’re looking for a bit of extra cash, have you ever thought about doing a spot of renting? -
on 15 October 2009
Ways to save when you’ve got no money!
If you're finding it hard to put some money aside into a savings account, check out these tips... -
on 12 October 2009
Earn money for free!
If you ever shop online, you’re missing out on a great way to earn money back if you don’t use a cashback website. -
on 09 October 2009
Calling all chocoholics!
Next week marks Chocolate Week, so it’s time to get your hands on some free choccie! -
on 02 October 2009
Why I love voucher codes!
If there’s one thing I love about shopping online, it’s voucher codes... -
on 24 September 2009
Wink your way to a fortune!
When times are tough we could all do with earning a bit of extra cash and I’ve come across a wacky way to do so! -
on 21 September 2009
Watch out if you’re hiring a car!
If you’re hiring a car, don’t be persuaded to buy an insurance policy you don’t need! -
on 03 September 2009
Stop making me spend money!
I’m getting a tad annoyed with the Body Shop for continuously trying to encourage me to part with my hard-earned cash... -
on 26 August 2009
How the recession can save you money!
The recession clearly has its downsides, but then again, it also offers some great bargains... -
on 20 August 2009
Cut down on your luxuries!
You might be amazed at how much you can save by cutting down on a few of life’s little luxuries or switching to a better deal... -
on 17 August 2009
When budget doesn’t mean budget!
I always used to think the Little Chef was a place you visited when you wanted a quick and cheap bite to eat. However, last weekend I discovered my assumption was completely wrong. -
on 12 August 2009
Cut your holiday food costs!
If you’re off on your summer holiday soon, chances are you’ll be looking for ways to cut the cost of your break away. -
on 07 August 2009
Whatever happened to customer service?
This time it’s Sainsbury’s that has incurred my wrath... -
on 04 August 2009
Cheap days out this summer!
I'm really not sure what has happened to our summer this year, but if you want to get out and about there are plenty of ways to do so without having to eat into your savings. -
on 28 July 2009
Super summer savings for your garden party!
If you’re planning a garden party/barbecue this weekend, here’s where to hunt out the best bargains... -
on 24 July 2009
Entertain the kids for free!
The school holidays have started, but how much are you prepared to fork out to occupy the kids on a long car journey? -
on 21 July 2009
Cut the cost of your supermarket sweep!
The cost of feeding a typical family is 20% more expensive than it was in 2007. So how can you bring down the cost of your weekly shop? -
on 16 July 2009
Swap don’t spend!
When money is a little tight it pays to get creative! And one of my favourite ways of doing this is by swapping stuff rather than buying it brand new. -
on 14 July 2009
Recession restaurant bargains!
If there’s one good thing that has come out of the recession, it’s the sheer number of fabulous restaurant deals that are around at the moment. -
on 10 July 2009
Energising eco savings!
Since I’ve started this blog I’ve been discovering more and more fabulous money-saving websites... -
on 07 July 2009
Tales of woe: online grocery shopping
Online grocery shopping is supposed to have a range of benefits, but I'm not terribly convinced... -
on 03 July 2009
How to make your food last longer!
Find out how you can make your food last longer and reduce waste - which, in turn, will help you to pocket some extra pennies! -
on 29 June 2009
Turn 20p into £50 (or more)!
Up to 200,000 20p coins have entered circulation without a date printed on them. And if you're lucky enough to find one, you could receive at least £50 for it! -
on 26 June 2009
Make do and mend!
It’s funny how the wartime motto ‘make-do-and-mend’ is starting to make a come-back. And rightly so! -
on 23 June 2009
Why complaining can pay off!
If something’s got your goat, get complaining! You might be rewarded for your efforts. -
on 19 June 2009
Where to get fruit and veg for less!
Last weekend I decided to make the most of the sunshine and do a spot of ‘pick your own’. And as I got into the swing of things, I realised I was probably saving myself a few pennies. -
on 16 June 2009
Clever cleaning tips!
I spend far too much money on cleaning products in my flat... So it's time I found a cheaper way to tackle the dirt! -
on 11 June 2009
The art of haggling!
I have to confess that I’m not terribly good at haggling. But I’m starting to take baby steps and I’m confident I will get better... -
on 10 June 2009
Calling all Dorothy Perkins fans....
Fancy 20% off at Dorothy Perkins? -
on 08 June 2009
No more Mars bars for me!
I was pretty horrified last week to read that the size of a Mars bar and Snickers bar has shrunk by 7.2%. But the price has remained the same! -
on 04 June 2009
Save money on your medical essentials!
I've discovered a fabulous way to get all of your essential items cheaper! -
on 02 June 2009
Boycott thetrainline.com!
If there's one train ticket website that really drives me to distraction, it's thetrainline.com.
About this blog
Rachel Wait hunts out the best ways to save money on absolutely everything!