Vaishali Varu
Vaishali graduated in journalism from Leeds University. She has gained experience writing local stories around Leeds and Leicester, which includes writing for a university publication and Leicester Mercury.
She has also done some marketing and copywriting for businesses.
When she is not writing about personal finance, Vaishali likes to travel and she's a foodie.
Latest articles by Vaishali Varu
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Best broadband deals June 2023
Here are the best broadband deals right now. Some of the best prices are only around for a limited time.
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Train strikes in May and June: when are they and how to get a refund
Train strikes are happening in May and June. We explain your rights if you cannot travel and want your money back, and if you aren’t able to make it to a big event
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Crackdown on sharing Netflix passwords begins
If you’re sharing your Netflix password, the streaming giant has started clamping down to ensure everyone pays for their own account. We explain how you could be affected
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£2 bus tickets – fare cap scheme extended to 31 October
The £2 bus fare cap across England has now been extended until 31 October – here’s what you need to know
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The best 0% balance transfer credit cards June 2023
Move to a 0% balance transfer credit card and cut the cost of your debt. Here are the best on the market
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Disney Plus deals that could save you £100 – how to cut the cost of your subscription
These Disney Plus deals could save you serious cash. You could even bag a full year of Disney Plus for free
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Save £300 on your supermarket shop with cashback accounts
Banks, credit card companies and cashback sites are all offering cashback on your supermarket shop, but can you use them all to max out your savings?
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Best bank account switching offers: up to £200 available now
Get free cash with these bank account switching offers. Here’s how to get free money simply by moving your current account.
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8 ways to get interest-free money if you’re struggling
Here are 8 clever ways to get interest-free income if you’re struggling with the rising cost of living
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Get £5 off your shop at Tesco - here’s how to claim
You can get £5 off your weekly shop at Tesco for a limited time only - we explain how to claim the discount
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Morrisons offering free jacket potato and Heinz beans for a limited time
Morrisons has partnered with Heinz to offer the free jacket potatoes with baked beans at Morrisons Cafes to help with the cost of living crisis, but you have to say the secret word. Here’s how to get one
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British Airways extends Covid flight vouchers by 12 months
Passengers who accepted British Airways vouchers for a disrupted flight due to Covid can now use their voucher until September 2024 - here’s everything you need to know
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Best birthday freebies and discounts
Enjoy your special day with these birthday discounts and freebies - we highlight 22 of the best offers
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The best cash ISAs June 2023
We tell you the best cash ISA rates on the market, so you can see your savings grow tax-free.
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Best savings accounts June 2023
The best savings accounts are paying the highest rates we’ve seen in nearly a decade. We tell you the best savings rates available right now.
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Mobile provider rewards: how to earn up to £700
Your phone could be the key to unlocking hundreds of pounds worth of discounts and freebies that you don’t even know about. We reveal which mobile providers offer the best rewards
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Hundreds of Boost energy customers left with unexpected debt - what are your rights?
Households with a Boost prepayment meter are being hit with extra charges as the energy supplier confesses to a billing error on their end. We explain your rights
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Emergency alert test: what to expect and how to avoid being scammed
We tell you everything you need to know about the UK’s first emergency alert test, which takes place this Sunday
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How to get a free Starbucks reusable cup
We reveal how to get a free Starbucks limited edition reusable cup (you’ll need to be quick!), plus it will even knock some money off future coffees you buy
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Cineworld £3 cinema tickets for one day only - how to get yours
For one day only, Cineworld is offering £3 cinema tickets, but there’s a small catch. Here’s everything you need to know
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Fresh vs frozen food – which is cheaper?
Is frozen food cheaper than fresh? We compare the buying, cooking and nutritional costs of switching to frozen food
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How much does it cost to run a kettle?
Whether you want to use the kettle for a hot drink or cooking, you might be asking yourself how much does it cost to run a kettle?
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Rent increases: cost of living crisis is pushing rent to ‘unaffordable’ levels - what can renters do?
Rents are rocketing, and tenants are competing for a shrinking number of rental properties. We explain how to deal with rent hikes and outline your rights
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Supermarket meal deals - which one is best value for money?
Tesco v Sainsbury’s v Asda v Morrisons... where can you bag the best meal deal? Plus, which one throws in a Krispy Kreme?
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