Martin Lewis

A new scam is doing the rounds trying to trick people into rescheduling the delivery of a parcel before stealing sensitive information.

If you have received a text similar to the above, immediately delete it and do not open the link. To book a new date please visit (scam website).” All of this information can be used to commit identity fraud. Please visit (scam website) to reschedule delivery.” Thankfully clocked it before I’d put card details in, but I immediately got a second scam text pretending to be from my bank. Warning his followers on Twitter, Mr Lewis said: "Beware. Just had a clever version of the 'pay £1.99 for Post Office Parcel delivery' scam text, aiming to steal bank info.

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We need more leaflets and TV adverts, aimed at older people, to show them examples.” One person responded: “We need the [UK] Government to be much more proactive here, in terms of informing the public about these scams. He continued: “The 'fee' isn't mentioned in the text, it talks about "delays in transit" and offers "a date to reschedule". It's only when you click thru it mentions a fee.”

The financial guru took to his Twitter page to warn his followers to be wary of the new scam, where the fee isn't mentioned in the text. Criminals are telling ...

This new fraudulent message sees scammers posing as the Post Office in a bid to gain credit card details from unsuspecting victims. One Twitter user said that they had also received the same scam text, saying that they "didn't click on it, just deleted (it)." Another said: "I had one of those the other day, I asked for photographic proof of a parcel with my name and address or I would forward their number to the police...funny still haven’t had a reply" Martin Lewis has warned people to be on the lookout for a "clever" new scam being sent to people via text.

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MONEY saving expert Martin Lewis has issued an urgent warning about a “clever” scam that could see fraudsters steal your bank details.Mr Lewis, 50.

In order to receive your payout, they say you first have to pay a fee to cover tax and legal fees. You’ll be told that you need to pay a fee to get your cash. But you don’t earn a thing and the criminals steal your cash. Paul Davis said: “Never hand over money on the promise that you’re entitled to a large sum. You can WhatsApp us on 07423 720 250. If it sounds unlikely, trust your instincts – it’s almost certainly a con. Email us at [email protected] or call 0207 782 4104. Fraudsters can target the unwary by sending an email or letter claiming to be from a lawyer informing you that someone very rich has died and you are in line for a big inheritance. You click on the link and you are asked to hand over bank details or card details so that you can receive payment from the survey. The criminals will then steal your money and you will never get the prize you were promised. You are asked to pay a deposit and told you will make your money back and much more. The scammers often pretend to be from the fraud department of the bank, tricking you into believing that there's a serious problem and that you need to act quickly.

Martin Lewis explained how a new “clever” Post Office scam is doing the rounds. Victims are being sent a text message urging them to reschedule delivery of ...

To book a new date please visit (scam website).” Please visit (scam website) to reschedule delivery.” If you have received a text similar to the above, delete it and don't click on the link. “So even if you realise, they’ve got a plan to try and scam you a second time as you panic!” Martin said the new scam is “less obvious” as it doesn’t tell you about any payment due until you click through on a link. It is a variation of a similar Royal Mail scam that was circulating earlier this year, that instructed people to pay £1.99 to receive a package.

The Money Saving Expert is alerting people to the latest text con, which waits until you click through the link before it says you owe money.

To book a new date please visit (scam website).” So even if you realise, they’ve got a plan to try and scam you a second time as you panic!” Please visit (scam website) to reschedule delivery.”

The Money Saving Expert has urged all drivers to try it out as fuel prices hit another record high this week. It comes as the average price of a litre of petrol ...

The competition regulator has announced it will carry out a “short and focused review” of fuel prices. In a tweet to his 1.5million followers, the finance guru said: "Find the nearest cheapest petrol station near you... Figures from price comparison website PetrolPrices show filling stations at motorway service areas are charging up to 202.9p per litre for petrol. Petrolprices.com." The website allows people to enter their postcode and find the nearest fuel station in the area. Some people react with shock at this with Missy writing on Twitter: "Why do I need to give my information and sign up?" The Money Saving Expert has urged all drivers to try it out as fuel prices hit another record high this week.

The criminals tell victims that they have a parcel for them and will not deliver it until they pay a fee by inputting their bank details.

"Report it if you receive a suspicious message like this: 'POST OFFICE: Your parcel was returned to our depot after a failed delivery attempt. The Post Office also posted on Twitter warning customers of the scam. Martin warned that the message didn't actually mention a fee until you click the link.

Martin Lewis has claimed millions of pensioners are missing out on a major income boost. The Money Saving Expert founder made a bold move and teamed up with ...

- £650 lump sum to help with energy bill rises (£325 paid in July, £325 autumn). The Chancellor announced this cash last month. Martin advised that if you're of state pension age (66 or older) and have total weekly income under roughly £200, then you should get online or call the Pension Credit helpline to see if you're due any extra money. I'm going to explain how it works, but it is really complex, so most should just call to check. The average top-up is £65/week, so that's £3,300/year. He claimed pensioners could be due up to £3,300 extra cash per year. You may get more if you've got extra 'responsibilities', such as a severe disability, are a carer, or look after an under 20-year-old.

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Britons can also apply for Pension Credit by post, and this will involve printing out and filling in the Pension Credit claim form, or calling the line to request a form. After this, pensioners will need to send the claim form to the Pension Service, or ask someone to do it for them. “My simple rule of thumb is if you (or someone you know) are aged 66 or older, and have total income of under roughly £200 a week, get online or call the Pension Credit claim line to see if you’re due a payment that can be as much as £3,300 a year.

As well as a cash top-up to the State Pension, it is a passport to a host of other benefits such as help with housing costs, council tax reduction schemes, ...

Martin advised that if you're of state pension age (66 or older) and have a total weekly income under roughly £200, then you should get online or call the Pension Credit helpline to see if you're due any extra money. - £650 lump sum to help with energy bill rises (£325 paid in July, £325 autumn). The Chancellor announced this cash last month. Liverpool Echo reports that the financial guru claimed pensioners could be due up to £3,300 extra cash per year whilst offering these top tips on how to check what money you are entitled to if you are over 65. I'm going to explain how it works, but it is really complex, so most should just call to check. Pension Credit is a means-tested benefit for the most vulnerable pensioners and can offer anyone above 65 who is struggling financially a sizeable cash boost. Last month, the DWP urged more people to apply for the benefit, describing it as "wholly underclaimed."

The consumer champion is urging pensioners with a weekly income of less than £200 to check if they qualify for Pension Credit.

Dame Clare Moriarty, chief executive of Citizens Advice, said: “Pension Credit can be a really important boost for older people who are struggling with a low income. If you're an elderly person who is not currently receiving Pension Credit, or you think you may know someone who qualifies, please get in touch." To check your entitlement, phone the Pension Credit helpline on 0800 99 1234 or use the GOV.UK Pension Credit calculator here to find out how much you could get. It can be claimed by phone and online. You cannot use the calculator if you or your partner: He said: “My simple rule of thumb is if you (or someone you know) are aged 66 or older, and have total income of under roughly £200 a week, get online or call the Pension Credit claim line to see if you’re due a payment that can be as much as £3,300 a year.

'It's a national tragedy that getting on for a million pensioners, many of whom have been paying into the system for years, are missing out on a major ...

Martin advised that if you're of state pension age (66 or older) and have total weekly income under roughly £200, then you should get online or call the Pension Credit helpline to see if you're due any extra money. - £650 lump sum to help with energy bill rises (£325 paid in July, £325 autumn). The Chancellor announced this cash last month. I'm going to explain how it works, but it is really complex, so most should just call to check. He is urging people of pension age to simply call and enquire if they are eligible for the income boost. He provided three pension credit "need to knows" for those aged over 65 with an income that is less than £200 per week. The average top-up is £65/week, so that's £3,300/year.

Taking to his regular consumer email update and posting on the MoneySavingExpert website, Martin offered up three pension credit "need to knows" for those aged ...

First Martin advised that if you're of state pension age (66 or older) and have total weekly income under roughly £200, then you should get online or call the Pension Credit helpline to see if you're due any extra money. - £650 lump sum to help with energy bill rises (£325 paid in July, £325 autumn). The Chancellor announced this cash last month. Taking to his regular consumer email update and posting on the MoneySavingExpert website, Martin offered up three pension credit "need to knows" for those aged over 65 with an income that is less than £200 per week. I'm going to explain how it works, but it is really complex, so most should just call to check. The average top-up is £65/week, so that's £3,300/year. He claimed pensioners could be due up to £3,300 extra cash per year.

Retirees could be missing out on the help if they are not claiming pension credit. Advertisement. Martin Lewis has warned a million people to check if they're ...

Your household income will be calculated when you apply, and if you fall short of the thresholds you will be awarded a top-up amount. Martin said on Good Morning Britain that you should "absolutely get in touch" with the pensions credit claim line if you're of state pension age - 66 or over - and you've got a total income of under £200 a week. Pension credit gives you extra cash if you're of state pension age and on a low income.

Pension Credit is designed to help people over state pension age and on a low income with daily living costs, raising incomes to a minimum of £182.60 per week ...

“Large numbers of pensioners are already ‘in the system’ and claim things like help with council tax or rent, but do not automatically get assessed for pension credit. Dame Clare Moriarty, chief executive of Citizens Advice, said: “Pension Credit can be a really important boost for older people who are struggling with a low income. And not only is this serious money, it’s also often a gateway entitlement that means you’re due a range of other support, such as council tax reductions, the £650 extra energy funding help, warm home discount, housing benefit, dental and optical treatments and, for the over-75s, a free TV licence.” Leaflets for local communities will be provided by the DWP, while businesses can also spread the word to their customers. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) estimates that £1.7 billion in the benefit is being left unclaimed. It is believed that around 850,000 households could be missing out on vital Pension Credit support.

There is £1.7billion going unclaimed and once you have it you are entitled to more benefits and bonuses.

Dame Clare Moriarty, chief executive of Citizens Advice, said: “Pension Credit can be a really important boost for older people who are struggling with a low income. “Large numbers of pensioners are already ‘in the system’ and claim things like help with council tax or rent, but do not automatically get assessed for pension credit. Martin Lewis, founder and chair of MoneySavingExpert.com, said: “Amidst the cost-of-living crisis, it’s a national tragedy that getting on for a million pensioners are missing out on a major income boost. An online Pension Credit calculator can help pensioners check if they are likely to be eligible and get an estimate of what they may receive. Pension Credit is designed to help with daily living costs for people over state pension age and on a low income. About 850,000 households are believed to be missing out on vital Pension Credit support, at a time when the cost-of-living crisis is hitting people on low or fixed incomes particularly hard.

Households are believed to be missing out on vital Pension Credit support, the DWP warned.

For those over 75, this includes continued entitlement to a free TV licence. Caroline Abrahams, charity director at Age UK, added: “Any older person on a low or modest income who is struggling with their bills or wants to find out more about extra income that might be available, can also contact Age UK for support to check their full entitlements and see if they’re one of the many who are missing out. “My simple rule of thumb is if you (or someone you know) are aged 66 or older, and have total income of under roughly £200 a week, get online or call the Pension Credit claim line to see if you’re due a payment that can be as much as £3,300 a year. Pension Credit tops up a person’s weekly income to a minimum of £182.60 per week for single pensioners and to £278.70 for couples. Pension Credit is designed to help with daily living costs for people over state pension age and on a low income. The Department for Work and Pensions has warned around 850,000 UK households could be missing out on up to £3,300 a year.

Households are believed to be missing out on vital Pension Credit support, the DWP warned.

For those over 75, this includes continued entitlement to a free TV licence. Caroline Abrahams, charity director at Age UK, added: “Any older person on a low or modest income who is struggling with their bills or wants to find out more about extra income that might be available, can also contact Age UK for support to check their full entitlements and see if they’re one of the many who are missing out. “My simple rule of thumb is if you (or someone you know) are aged 66 or older, and have total income of under roughly £200 a week, get online or call the Pension Credit claim line to see if you’re due a payment that can be as much as £3,300 a year. Pension Credit tops up a person’s weekly income to a minimum of £182.60 per week for single pensioners and to £278.70 for couples. Pension Credit is designed to help with daily living costs for people over state pension age and on a low income. The Department for Work and Pensions has warned around 850,000 UK households could be missing out on up to £3,300 a year.

This means anyone over the state pension age can top up their earnings. But it is only available to those who meet the eligibility criteria. Pension Credit is ...

His advice is so salient that even the Government consulted with him this year. "It is a national tragedy that up to one million pensioners are missing out on this rather substantial entitlement." The "total income" can include existing pension, benefits and savings.

Speaking on the programme today, which marks Pension Credit Day of Action, Martin Lewis said it's a 'national tragedy' that so many pensioners on less than ...

But if you don't have it, make the call,' he said. > Pension credit guide: What you need to know and how to claim it 'I call pension credit a gateway benefit because if you're entitled to the main element of pension credit...then it also means you're entitled to a host of other things. This guide on How to claim pension credit from MailOnline's sister website This is Money explains what you need to know - and if you can claim it Pension Credit gives you extra money to help with your living costs if you’re over State Pension age and on a low income. 'What pension credit is meant to do, is to top people's income up so if their state pension and other income is not enough, they have a reasonable standard of living.'

“It's not suitable to everyone, there are some ifs and buts but do some reading on the Lifetime ISA to see if it's suitable for you.” A LISA is a saving and ...

This is equivalent to a loss of just over six percent. That means handing back the government bonus plus a little extra. The stand-out advantage of the Lifetime ISA is that the government top-up is added to the account so it can be saved or invested alongside the rest of the money. Over time individuals can benefit from compound returns, when interest or investment returns are added to the pot and future interest or returns are made from a larger sum. Everyone will have different needs and goals, but Paul wanted to know if he should put it towards buying a house or investing it. The Government adds a 25 percent top-up to money contributed to a LISA each year until they’re 50.

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We need more leaflets and TV adverts, aimed at older people, to show them examples.” Fraudsters send an email or letter claiming to be from a lawyer informing you that someone very rich has died and you are in line for a big inheritance. These details are often sold to other scammers who will either try to spend money on your card or phone you up pretending to be your bank, internet company or the police and trick you into transferring money to them. On the link, you are asked to fill in your bank details or card details so you can receive payment from the survey. They pretend to be from the fraud department of the bank, tricking you into believing there is a serious problem, and swift action is needed. “The ‘fee’ isn’t mentioned in the text, it talks about “delays in transit” and offers “a date to reschedule”. It’s only when you click thru it mentions a fee.”