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24 March 2025
Reading time: 7 minutes
In our series exploring real people’s experiences with money, Emma reveals how she’s gone from being in debt and on the benefit, to being debt free with a great job and a solid money plan in place.
27 February 2025
Reading time: 4 minutes
In our series exploring people’s real experiences with money, Natalie says she used to be a spender to the point of getting into debt but now gets more of a high from seeing a healthy bank balance.
31 January 2025
Reading time: 3 minutes
In our series exploring real people’s experiences with money, Jack reveals why he values experiences over material possessions – and that he should probably stop buying his lunch!
23 September 2024
Reading time: 5 minutes
When times are tough, coming together with other people can be powerful. Build a financial community and you’ll begin to feel better about money.
Read more about Want to feel better about money? Find your financial community
18 September 2024
Reading time: 5 minutes
In our series exploring real people’s experiences with money, Meagan shares how she paid off her debt and how she stays sorted now while still treating herself and her loved ones too.
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