How to talk to kids about money Talking to children about money can feel uncomfortable, especially if money feels tight in your own household. You might worry they’re too young or feel unsure what to say. You don’t need to be an expert to talk to kids about money in a helpful way. The most…
It’s hard not to compare your finances to other people’s.
It can sometimes feel like everyone else is doing better with money — saving more, spending more comfortably, or moving ahead faster.
Managing family finances on a tight budget Managing family finances on a tight budget can feel hard, especially when food, energy, rent, mortgage payments and childcare costs are taking up more of your income. Recent data from the Money and Pensions Service shows that 49% of UK adults are struggling to keep up, falling behind,…
Behind the MoneyPlus People: A thank you card for Paula Welcome to our new blog series – Behind the MoneyPlus People. This series will be a place for us to share the incredible work our MoneyPlus people do every day, and to celebrate how these wins are positively impacting our customers. Last week, one of…
Debt consolidation vs debt management plan: what’s the difference? Debt consolidation and Debt Management Plans (DMPs) are two ways to manage multiple debts. With debt consolidation, you take out new credit, such as a loan or credit card, to pay off existing debts. Debt consolidation is more commonly used by people who can still access…