🎁 Shopping for presents, festive decorations or just treating yourself?
Make sure you take steps to protect yourself.
Here’s our top tips to avoid scams and help you shop online safely: https://t.co/aTY25jcti5
#Shopping#OnlineShopping#Scams
Did you know there’s no legal requirement for online marketplaces to check the safety of products?
It’s important to know what to look out for when shopping.
Our advice ⤵️ #CheckItOut
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What would you do if your housing costs doubled?
This is Elaine’s* situation. Over the past few years she‘s faced increased costs and a reduced income.
She’s cut back where she can but she’s £200 in the red each month. Here’s her story ⤵️
https://t.co/frwxccccHL
Looking for a place to rent?
You might need a ‘guarantor’ - someone who agrees to pay your rent if you don't pay it, for example a parent or close relative.
Our advice can help you ⤵️
https://t.co/8oPhM18aQz
🎟️ It’s always best to buy event tickets from the official seller or from the venue - that way you know it’s genuine and at the original price.
Check how to buy event tickets safely online ⤵️
https://t.co/HCtqNGlhrw
Do you find stress overwhelming?
Stress can become a problem when it's intense, lasts a long time and impacts our health.
@MindCharity explain how you can manage your stress and build resilience ⤵️
https://t.co/KqWgiFdCX9
Feeling in control of your finances is really important.
Working out your budget can help you understand your earnings, spendings and where you might be able to cut costs.
Try our budget planner ⤵️
https://t.co/OVzuEXLHdX
A ‘variation of contract’ is when your employer wants to change a term in your contract. Your employer can only do this if:
✔️ You agree to the change
✔️ Your contract has a ‘variation clause’
✔️ The law is changing
Check your rights ⤵️
https://t.co/QtFCs0tBqp
If you’re behind on your rent payments, you should:
📝 Check how much rent you owe
📞 Talk to your landlord about the arrears
🔍 Get help to pay off the rent
Our online advice can help you ⤵️
https://t.co/C5X4r9wckB
🤔 Worried about money as a student?
This can have a big impact on your physical and mental wellbeing.
@StudentMindsOrg share how you can take control of your finances ⤵️
https://t.co/Yz4SLlQFpC
🌡️ A warm home in the colder months is essential.
You can save money by using your central heating controls more efficiently and checking your boiler flow temperature.
Find out more ⤵️
https://t.co/iNtmOix8NN
Getting scammed can be stressful.
There’s some steps you can take if you’ve been scammed. It’s important to report the scam and protect yourself from further harm.
Our advice can help you ⤵️
https://t.co/vkEaH7W4Dk
A section 21 notice is the first step your landlord has to take to make you leave your home. You won’t have to leave your home immediately.
It’s important that you check if your section 21 notice is valid.
Our advice can help ⤵️
https://t.co/3i7L3MvxsA
If you’re moving home, you need to let your water company know.
If you don’t, you could be charged for water that's used after you move out.
Check what to do ⤵️
https://t.co/rHDelob4Bm
💭 Have you changed your mind about something you bought?
You don’t have an automatic right to get your money back if there’s nothing wrong with it.
What you can do depends on where you bought the item and how you paid for it ⤵️
https://t.co/r4efdlMvs3
#ShopAware
You can get help with travel costs if you’re disabled.
You can apply for a disabled person’s bus pass or railcard if you have a condition that makes it hard to get around.
Find out more ⤵️
https://t.co/xNLHZlBSTm
Dealing with debt can feel overwhelming.
We’re here to help you find a way forward.
Our website has lots of advice on how you can manage your payments ⤵️
https://t.co/yj5uYgGuHj
You might feel like you’re being overworked if you’re asked to do more than it’s realistic to achieve in your normal working hours.
This could be causing you mental or physical health problems.
Our advice can help you ⤵️
https://t.co/IFLLeLNpV0
If you’re struggling to pay your bills, you should check if you can claim benefits or increase your current benefits.
It’s important you get all the extra help and support you need.
Find out more ⤵️
https://t.co/GbnUkSRHzX