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What is my insurance deductible?
Whether you’re insuring your home, its contents, your car or something else that’s precious to you, your insurance deductible is an essential part of your policy. Your deductible affects everything...
What should I include in my Contents Insurance Policy?
Do you currently have a contents insurance policy? Research by Compare the Market found that 12% of homeowners and a huge 49% of renters don’t currently have contents insurance. A contents insurance...
Ofwat to be Abolished: What it means for you
A major review of water services across the UK has made 88 recommended changes - the biggest of which is abolishing the current regulatory body Ofwat. The review was headed by Sir Jon Cunliffe as...
What do I need to know when buying broadband?
When buying broadband, a little preparation goes a long way. Knowing what kind of broadband package you're looking for, what internet speeds you need and what's available in your area - along with...
Which energy supplier is right for you?
Switching energy suppliers is one of the simplest ways to save on your energy bills, but how do you choose an energy supplier? The differences between energy suppliers may not be immediately...
Where in the UK has a hosepipe ban in 2025?
With this spring being declared the warmest and sunniest on record, it’s not surprising that some areas are now seeing a hosepipe ban in 2025. Hosepipe bans don’t just limit using your hose at...
Do I need a landline phone in 2025?
Do most people really need a landline phone in 2025? You are likely part of the 85% of UK residents who no longer use their landline phone regularly. Between the ubiquity of mobile phones and the...
What is a stopcock? How to turn off your water
Finding the stopcock in your new home should be one of the first things you do on moving day. In a plumbing emergency, it can be the only thing standing between you and hundreds of pounds in...
Energy
Octopus Energy offers support after winter fuel payment cuts
After cuts to those eligible for the winter fuel payment were confirmed in July, many of the UK's most vulnerable people were left wondering how they would pay for fuel this winter. The cuts were...
Beat the heat (without breaking the bank) this summer
We're celebrating that heatwave season has finally arrived in the UK, but trying to beat the heat can leave you with a scary electric bill. While the hot weather will mean savings on heating,...
Utility bills in the UK: how are they calculated?
Whether you own or rent a property in the UK, it's important to understand how your utility bills are calculated. Utility bills refer to the various charges that you incur for the services at your...
What is Great British Energy?
During the 2024 general election, Labour campaigned on the introduction of a nationally owned and operated energy producer - Great British Energy. Following their election victory, the party has...
Broadband & TV
What’s the average broadband price in the UK?
What's a good broadband price in 2024? How much does broadband cost on average? The cost of your broadband package depends on your speed, your provider and any extras you want to include. However,...
Don’t overpay for broadband extras
Broadband extras to add to your package are usually offered right at the end of placing your order. If you've already gone through the long process of choosing a supplier, package and speed, it can...
The broadband jargon buster
If you're confused about some of the terms in your internet contract, don't panic - our broadband jargon buster is here to help. Below, you'll find explainers for some of the most common technical...
Mid-contract price rises: What they are and how to save
When setting up a new broadband, TV or mobile contract you might notice a clause outlining mid-contract price rises. Your contract will let you know that you should expect your bills to go up before...
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Moving Guides
Spread the word: Who to contact when you move
Do you know who to contact when you move home? If not, you could miss important post - or worse. Luckily, we've compiled this handy list of the organisations and businesses that might need to know about your new address. Cross each one off and before you know it...
Hacks to declutter your home when you move
One of the first steps on our complete moving checklist is to declutter your home - and for good reason. The fewer things you move with the faster and cheaper your move will be. Don't waste time and money packing, moving and unpacking things you don't even want! To...
How to register for water when you move
When you move into a UK home the water supply will be connected, but it's still important to register for water with your local supplier. Customers who fail to set up their accounts properly can be billed for water that they haven't used. Registering also means you...
How to switch energy suppliers: Everything you need to know
Are you looking to switch energy suppliers? Perhaps you've been reading about impending energy price increases and are looking to save on your gas and electricity bills. If you are then we're here to help. As Connections Experts, we've helped thousands of households...
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