As the government launches a campaign to bring down motoring costs, we look at some of the best ways to put the brakes on your spending

Smartphones and tablets don't just look swish, they can actually seek out cheaper deals – from free car parks to texts

In these straitened times you should make your house work for you: from renting a room to storing other people's stuff

From a hand painted fired pottery mug to a Victorian high tea weekend, choose the best for your Mum

Make sure you have a perfect Valentine's Day without falling prey to firms charging over the odds for romantic gestures

From buying chocolate chip biscuits instead of chocolate-coated ones, there are lots of little ways to protect and improve your finances in the new year

With mobile phone contracts now up to 24 months it is vital to choose the correct one, or perhaps eschew them entirely. Follow these 10 tips to make sure you get the most suitable deal

Although the festive period is traditionally an expensive time of year, there are ways you can continue to be charitable without putting you further out of pocket, says Rebecca Smithers

If you can bear to think about it, Christmas savings are available if you plan ahead. We pick 10 ways to make your money go further

Join in a philosophical pub debate, make your ideas and designs come to life at Fab Lab, or simply study online

Get yourself off the beaten track this summer and save your wallet from a pounding

With summer holidays round the corner, keep children and teenagers happy on a shoestring with our top 10 giveaway days