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Future You Fund
How Money Works
1 March 2023

How to set up a Future You Fund for life's little surprises

A Future You Fund is money outside your budget that goes towards surprises expenses. Here's how to set one up. Your future self will thank you.

How to manage your money
How Money Works
24 February 2023

How to manage your money if you’d rather not think about it

If you're short on time and/or energy, try these hacks to reach your money goals with minimal effort.

How to build money confidence
How Money Works
21 February 2023

6 ways to build confidence managing money

If you're not naturally confident with money, don't worry. Here are six ways to feel more in control of your finances.

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How Money Works
8 November 2022

Cash stuffing and other "old school" ways to save money, with Monzo

Classic saving methods involving cash are becoming more popular. Here’s how you can do them with Monzo.

Let's Talk Business
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Business Banking
26 August 2021

'I started my dream business and became my own boss during lockdown’

27-year-old Londoner Alexandra quit her marketing job to launch a candle business at the height of the pandemic. And thanks to some savvy saving, prudent budgeting and a practical business bank account, she hasn’t looked back.

How Money Works
10 February 2021

8 classic money superstitions and their origins

Ever wondered why brides put a silver coin in their shoe or why we throw money into a fountain? Don't worry, we've got you covered!

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How Money Works
21 January 2021

Financial education: spending and budgeting

A new series lifting the lid on life's most misunderstood money matters.

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Pots
14 December 2020

Save £1,378 in 2021 with the 52 Week Savings Challenge

It starts by saving £1 on the 1st of January.

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Pots
14 December 2020

Save £667.95 in 2021 with the 1p Saving Challenge!

Start on the 1st of January by saving just 1p.

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How Money Works
24 November 2020

Financial education: borrowing and debt

A new series lifting the lid on life's most misunderstood money matters.

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How Money Works
11 November 2020

10 things they didn't teach you about money in school

Adult life can be hard and it isn't made any easier when you're not taught much about money in school! Don't worry, here's 10 things to get you started 💪

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Loans Help
29 June 2020

What to do if you miss a loan repayment

If you have a loan with Monzo, please reach out to us in the app. Here’s what we could do to help.

How Money Works
9 April 2020

Your questions about Universal Credit and the government's coronavirus support, answered by experts

Lost your job or income because of coronavirus? We asked poverty charity Turn2Us to answer your questions about Universal Credit and how to get support if you're struggling with money.

How Money Works
31 March 2020

How to 'Save at Home' during coronavirus

If you're fortunate enough that your income hasn't changed and you've found yourself spending less money while social distancing, why not try to Save at Home?

Buy now, pay later schemes
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30 March 2020

What you need to know about buy now, pay later schemes

Buy now, pay later (BNPL) schemes are everywhere. And now it's so important to stay home, you might be shopping online more.