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Natalie Gil

Monzo Me
12 May 2023

"My elaborate savings system helps me attend Eurovision every year"

Sylvia, 38, is a graphic designer and Eurovision superfan with a unique way of using Monzo Pots to save money to attend each year.

How Money Works
8 May 2023

Only got Monzo for a holiday? Here are 8 reasons why you should use it at home

Make your positive money habits last longer than a holiday romance.

Monzo Me
4 May 2023

“I only got Monzo for holidays – now I use it for everything & have saved £10k”

How self-employed PT Oscar, 31, went from using Monzo only for travelling to using it day to day and saving up £10k

How Money Works
27 April 2023

7 payday tips to make your money last – while still treating yourself

Don't forget to factor in treats and enjoyment when managing your money after payday.

Monzo Me
26 April 2023

“I spend over £5,200 a year on my elderly pets”

Here's how animal-lover Sarah, 35, makes sure she can afford to give her geriatric pets a luxury lifestyle.

Monzo Me
25 April 2023

“I have 4 Monzo Pots just for my pets”

Cat-lover Gemma, 31, uses Pots to make sure Marmite and Twiglet live their best lives.

How Money Works
18 April 2023

Six tips for managing your money for your pets – so they can live their best lives

We all want to be able to give our pets the lives they deserve.

How Money Works
23 March 2023

How to do a no-spend challenge – without giving up everything you enjoy

A no-spend challenge sounds restrictive but with the right rules in place, it doesn't have to be.

Monzo Me
23 March 2023

“Why I’m doing a no-spend year to reset my shopping habits”

Jessie, 31, has committed to a no-spend year in 2023. Here, she explains why and how it's going so far.

De-influencing guide
How Money Works
17 March 2023

Inspired by de-influencing? 8 tips for more mindful shopping

De-influencing encourages us to be more conscious of our spending. Here’s how to put the trend in action.

De-influencing
Monzo Me
16 March 2023

Could TikTok’s de-influencing trend actually save you money?

Four people reveal how TikTok's de-influencing trend is impacting their shopping habits.

Rachel B
Monzo Me
10 March 2023

“Overspending to keep up with friends got me in £2k debt – until I started talking about money"

Rachel, 31, lives in South East London and earns £38k a year. Here's how she stopped overspending and started to open up to her partner and friends about money.

Future You Fund
Monzo Me
2 March 2023

“Why I’ve started building a sinking fund to save for life’s little surprises”

A "sinking fund" helps Rosie plan for surprise expenses outside her budget. Here's how she set one up.

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.