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This budgeting method has been around for aeons. Is it still fit for purpose? Two financial experts share their thoughts – and a few alternatives.

The 50/30/20 rule: is it realistic?

What is the 50/30/20 rule?

Done with the stress of tracking what’s due when? Bills Manager can take the load off.

“Bills, Bills, Bills” – Sorted in three simple steps

A monthly meal-out becomes weekly. Why Brighton when you could opt for Ibiza? Daily takeaway coffees become ‘a must’. Are you a victim of ‘lifestyle creep’?

What is ‘lifestyle creep’ and how can I avoid it?

I’ve worked at Starling almost since the app launched. So when my friends told me they were stressing about money, I stepped in – with a homemade budgeting workshop. 

“I’m that friend, the one that runs a 2025 budgeting workshop.” 

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