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In our busy lives, we can be like ships in the night with our spouses. That’s why date nights are an essential way for couples to stay connected. However, many couples shy away from regular date nights because they believe they need to spend a lot of money to make the experience special.  This blog […]

January 12, 2025

Fun and Frugal Date Nights

Do you ever feel unsure about the difference between a sinking fund and an emergency fund? You’re not alone! While both play a crucial role in managing your money, they serve very different purposes. In this blog, we’ll break down what each one is, how they work, and why they’re both essential tools for achieving […]

January 5, 2025

Sinking Funds vs. Emergency Funds

Pantry Challenges are a brilliant way to clear out your kitchen, save money, and get creative with your cooking. Here’s everything you need to know about running a successful pantry challenge.  What Is a Pantry Challenge? A pantry challenge involves using up the food you already have before buying more. The ultimate goal is to […]

December 22, 2024

A Pantry Challenge: The Ultimate Guide

Planning a wedding a can be stressful. However, in this blog, I break down what you need to do to plan your wedding in manageable steps. I know that many couples choose to hire professionals to manage their wedding plans, but there are also plenty of reasons to take a more DIY approach.  Whether it’s […]

December 15, 2024

Planning a wedding: everything you need to know

Your money story plays a bigger role in your relationship than you might realise. In this blog, we’ll explore how your individual money stories shape your financial behaviours, why they often clash with your partner’s, and how understanding these stories can help you build a stronger, more harmonious financial future together. A question I hear […]

December 1, 2024

Understanding Your Money Stories Can Bring You Closer

Tom, a successful wedding photographer, and his wife, Beth, a curate, know what it’s like to budget together, as a team. Between Tom’s freelance income and Beth’s role as a vicar-in-training, they’ve learned to navigate the complexities of budgeting while keeping their shared goals and values at the forefront. Recently, Tom shared their story, offering […]

November 24, 2024

How Tom and Beth Budget Together

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Money can often cause significant strain on relationships, yet it remains one of the most difficult topics for couples to talk about. Research consistently shows that financial worries are a leading cause of stress in relationships. According to The Way We Are Now report, money issues are the biggest pressure on couples across the UK, […]

November 17, 2024

Why it’s good for couples to talk about money

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Are you and your partner hoping to establish a clear plan for your finances? Financial coaching for couples provides a supportive foundation for reaching shared money goals, building strong financial habits, and learning to manage money for couples in a way that works for both of you.  Here’s what financial coaching can do to help […]

November 10, 2024

Financial Coaching for Couples: Achieve Your Money Goals Together

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We had been married nearly two decades before we got a handle on our finances and so now, I’m passionate about helping other couples take charge of their money and have some fun too…before they get to their 18th wedding anniversary! One thing that I learnt when we were getting a handle on our finances, […]

November 3, 2024

Discover how you can get a handle on your finances (and have fun too!)

Christmas is such a magical time, but let’s be honest, the pressure to spend can get overwhelming. I know what it’s like to feel pulled in every direction – wanting to give your loved ones everything, but also needing to keep an eye on your finances. That’s why I want to share how we get […]

October 19, 2024

How to Get Ready for Christmas Without Overspending

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