Shopping Around Archive

Published in December 2008

Bargain Booze For Festive Fools!
by Laura Starkey | Where to find great value drinks for this Christmas and New Year.
The Most Wanted Christmas Presents Online!
by Szu Ping Chan | Whether you’re looking for a Wii Fit or iPod, here are the most searched for items online this Christmas, together with where you can snap them up cheaply.
The Fool’s Favourite Mince Pies
by Laura Starkey | They’re a classic culinary component of the festive season -- but which retailer’s mince pies will win our Foolish taste test?
More Sales Bargains
by Alison Hunt | If you’re planning to do any Christmas shopping in the next few days, find out how to save at M&S, Monsoon, Harvey Nichols, Debenhams and more!

Published in November 2008

Twelve Tips To Keep You Safe Online!
by Cliff D'Arcy | If you don’t take precautions online, then your money may be at risk. These twelve tips show you how to stay safe when surfing and shopping.
Cut Your TV Bill By £246 a Year!
by Szu Ping Chan | Sky and Virgin may have kissed and made-up, but which provider is cheaper when it comes to the packages they offer? We reveal all...

Published in October 2008

Google vs. iPhone: The Verdict
by Szu Ping Chan | With the launch of Google's G1 smartphone this week, we examine its pros and cons as well as asking: Will it knock the iPhone off the top spot?
Download Free Music For a Year!
by Szu Ping Chan | Here’s how you can get free and unlimited access to millions of music tracks for a whole year…
Google's Top Financial Products
by Neil Faulkner | Neil Faulkner takes a novel approach to finding financial products: he asks Google...

Published in September 2008

Get Free International Calls!
by Szu Ping Chan | Here are some nifty ways to get cheap, and in some cases free international calls.
An IFA Vs. Your Mother: Whose Advice Is Best?
by Harvey Jones | Given the choice, who would you take financial advice from: your mother, or a fully qualified independent financial adviser?
My Five Favourite Financial Products
by Laura Starkey | Fed up of bad financial news? So is Laura Starkey! Things might be gloomy right now -- but there are still some great products available to help when times get hard.
The Cheapest Way To Read This Article!
by Szu Ping Chan | Whether you use dial-up or broadband to connect to the internet, here's a look at the cheapest packages around.
Why Are There So Few ‘Good News’ Stories?
by Neil Faulkner | Neil Faulkner explains why he rarely comes across a financial product worth recommending.
Loyalty Could Save You £270!
by Szu Ping Chan | Existing customers can often feel ripped-off by mobile phone providers looking to snare new customers. Here’s how you can make loyalty pay...
Lidl Vs. Tesco: Which Sandwich Will Win?
by lovemoney.com staff | Discount supermarkets are becoming more popular as food prices rise. But can Fools taste the difference?
How I Saved £217 On My Shopping This Month
by Serena Cowdy | Shop like this and you can save yourself a fortune – and make the world a better place, too!

Published in August 2008

Is A Free Laptop Actually Free?
by Anna Powell | Phone companies are falling over themselves to offer us 'free' laptops – if we sign expensive mobile broadband contracts first. Is it worth it?
When Online Shopping Goes Wrong!
by Serena Cowdy | What's the worst that can happen when a good idea goes bad? Serena Cowdy finds out.
The Best Way To Borrow £3,000
by lovemoney.com staff | Laura Starkey finds out whether a loan or a credit card will offer her the cheapest deal.
When Loyalty Doesn’t Pay
by Jane Baker | Why loyalty to your bank could turn out to be a costly mistake and why it always pays to shop around.
Save £154 A Year On Your Contact Lenses
by Emma Lunn | How to buy contact lenses online for as little as £5.25 a month.
How To Borrow £5,000
by Christina Jordan | Christina Jordan investigates whether you should you go for a credit card or a personal loan when you need to raise cash.
The Cheapest Places To Buy Music Online
by Emma Lunn | Download tracks from legitimate music download sites for as little as 25p.
Cut The Cost Of Your Glasses By 63%!
by Szu Ping Chan | Buying glasses can be an expensive venture. Here's a guide on how to save a packet and still look stylish by buying them online.
The cheapest photo printing websites
by Emma Lunn | Looking for a cheapest photo printing website to print off your photos online? Here's a round-up of the different online photo-printing websites and how much they cost.
All The Best Deals In One Online Account
by Neil Faulkner | Want to sort out your finances? It might be a lot easier than you think….
Slim Your Waistline – Not Your Wallet
by Anna Powell | Not all food prices are rising. In fact, some of the healthiest food is now cheaper than ever.
Don’t Always Trust The Best Buy Tables!
by Szu Ping Chan | Why the 'best buy' isn't always the best choice.

Published in July 2008

The New iPhone Isn't Worth It
by Szu Ping Chan | We've all heard the hype and seen the queues, but is the new iPhone just for people who can afford to throw money down the drain?
The Future Of Film Rental?
by Szu Ping Chan | When it comes to film rental, with new services springing up all the time, which provides the best value for money? We look at the pros and cons of each...
My Favourite Financial Organisations
by Neil Faulkner | Neil Faulkner's favourite organisations include a service for debtors, a unique alternative to saving or borrowing from banks, community finances and foreign money.
Get £50 For Free!
by Szu Ping Chan | Want to bag £50 without spending a single penny? Find out how here...
Save Money By Ditching These 5 Products
by Neil Faulkner | Neil Faulkner makes you consider whether you really need these over-rated and over-bought financial products.

Published in June 2008

Online Shopping Is Cheaper
by Laura Starkey | Laura Starkey has been given a mission: to prove that shopping online is cheaper than scouring the high street shops. And, boy, did she succeed...
Make The Most Of This Strange Summer
by Neil Faulkner | Whether it's a credit card, a mortgage or a savings account you want, you better act quick.
Chase Your Money Worries Away
by Donna Ferguson | If you hate shopping around for the best rates, this will show you to avoid it - and still get a good deal!
I Love Shopping Online
by Kate O'Raghallaigh | Do you love shopping online - or hate it? Either way, Kate O'Raghallaigh can help!
Britain's Best All-Round Bank?
by Szu Ping Chan | The credit crunch has helped one bank become a good all-rounder. Find out which one (and no, it's probably not who you think)...
Britain's Best All-Round Bank?
by Szu Ping Chan | The credit crunch has helped one bank become a good all-rounder. Find out which one (and no, it's probably not who you think)...
The Bad Banks League Table!
by Laura Starkey | As the FSA floats the idea of publishing the devilish details about banks' customer service, Laura Starkey considers how useful a bad banks league table could be...

Published in May 2008

Short-Term Gain v Long-Term Value
by Christina Jordan | Is the best rate always the best bet?
Are You Happy With Your Bank?
by Jane Baker | A new Fool survey reveals which banks are cream of the crop. How does your bank measure up?

Published in April 2008

Get Your Granny Online!
by Szu Ping Chan | More silver surfers than ever are getting online. Here's some cheap ways you can join in and reap the benefits of being web savvy...

Published in February 2008

Why You Should Cheat On Your Bank
by Serena Cowdy | Loyalty to your bank could cost you an arm and a leg - find out why sometimes, it's time to say goodbye.

Published in January 2008

When A Bargain Isn't A Bargain
by Donna Ferguson | Banks, building societies and insurers are hopping on the January sales bandwagon and discounting their rates and services. But are these deals really the bargains they seem to be?
Earn Cashback On Everything!
by Szu Ping Chan | Cashback site Quidco is among several websites that offer you money back on your shopping. How do they do this? And, more importantly, are there any catches?
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