Managing a household budget can be tough, with that challenge currently being compounded by sharp increases in the UK cost of living. Here are some steps you can take to counteract rising prices.

Living in your overdraft can be stressful, and hard on your budget. Wave goodbye to those high interest rates and charges by learning how to pay back your overdraft and better manage your money.

If you’re wondering how to save money for the future, automation might be the solution! Plum’s money management app can help you save more money… because you’ll need to think about it less.

Inflation is something that relates to us all. Any store of money will be affected... so it's pretty important that we understand what inflation is and whether it's always a bad thing!

Saving is important, but reaching your saving goals shouldn’t have to be hard. Whether you’re putting money away for a rainy day or a sunny one abroad, our simple guide on how to save money can help.

If you’re deciding where to store your savings you might be considering a Cash ISA. Our guide explains what a Cash ISA is and how to find the best Cash ISA.

If you’re finding yourself re-adjusting your budget ahead of lockdown restrictions easing, you’re not alone. These celebrities also need to take a long hard look at how they’re managing their money.

When used with care, a credit card can be a powerful personal finance tool that lets you spread the cost of spending and improve your credit score. Let’s look at how a credit card works!

Building an emergency fund is an essential part of your personal finance journey. Here’s why an emergency fund is important, how much money you should have saved, and where you should save it!

A Lifetime ISA allows you to save for your first home or retirement and earn a free 25% bonus from the government of up to £33,000. Read our guide to find out how LISA accounts work and if it’s the right choice for you.

We’re taking the fear out of finance with our beginner friendly budgeting guide. We have plenty of ideas on how to plan and stick to a budget so you can manage your money and savings.

Lockdown means that many of us are spending more time at home again… which translates into increased energy consumption. We look at how you can save money on your household energy bills right now!

The habitual reliance on an overdraft is the first thing preventing many people from implementing a more holistic financial strategy... so we wanted to design a feature that can help with that!

Carrying debt is not a nice feeling, and juggling multiple debts can become overwhelming. We look at what it means to consolidate debt, how you can do it, and what things to consider before you do.

If you’ve been shopping online recently, you probably noticed the option to buy now pay later. In this article, we explain what it is, how it works, and all you need to know about pay later services.

There’s no blueprint for life, but budgeting tricks like the ‘50/30/20 Rule’ can help you balance setting money aside for the future… with living your life in the now!

You know the saying, “time flies when you’re doing a fun money challenge?” We don’t either… but gamifying the amount you can stash means you may be much more likely to smash your finance goals!

Are you tossing and turning about how much money you spend on meals? Do you want to learn how to make money from home? Can you be eco friendly on a budget? Check out the third blog in this series to find the answers to these questions and more.

Budgeting is one of the most basic aspects of personal finance, yet plenty of people still doubt whether they work. In this article, we explain the main benefits of budgeting, and explore some ways you might be going wrong with yours!

A credit card can be a handy companion. They sometimes get a bad reputation because, without discipline, it’s easy to run up debt. We explain when to use a credit card, and how to use one responsibly!

In the second instalment of our recommended top personal finance blogs, we’re focusing on goal-orientated content. We’ve chosen five more resources that are geared towards helping you achieve a specific aim, whether that be paying off debt or managing your household’s finances.

Over the past weeks you’ve probably heard that HM Revenue & Customs have cut the VAT on hospitality, holiday accommodation and attractions. With almost everything we buy affected by VAT, we take a look at what it is and what this news actually means for you.

Here at Plum, nurturing your personal finance is dear to us 🌱 Although we help you put money aside through smart calculations, reading other Plumsters personal finance tips and tricks can lend a helping hand too 🤝

Regardless of personal circumstances, meeting new people, enjoying new experiences and student life in general, can all make budgeting a challenge. Here are our top ways to save as a student.