The Poise Money blog
Weekly UK money guides — budgeting, saving, investing, family finances, retirement and genuine discounts. No fluff, no affiliate spam.
- Budgeting · 5 min read
Starting a budget when payday is weekly
Most budgeting apps assume a monthly salary. Here's how to plan around weekly or fortnightly pay without it falling apart by Wednesday.
23 June 2026 - Investing · 6 min read
Investing basics for UK beginners (no jargon)
ISAs, index funds, and why "time in the market" beats "timing the market" — explained in plain English.
16 June 2026 - Students · 4 min read
Saving money as a student without missing out
Maintenance loan stretched thin? Here's where the real savings are — without giving up your social life.
9 June 2026 - Families · 5 min read
Family budgeting after baby (and nursery fees)
Nursery, nappies, kids' clothes that last five minutes. How to rebuild a budget when life just changed.
2 June 2026 - Retirement · 6 min read
Approaching retirement: a UK money checklist
Five to ten years out from State Pension age? Here's what to check, consolidate, and decide.
26 May 2026 - Saving · 5 min read
No spend challenge UK: a 30-day reset that actually works
Reset your spending without the guilt spiral. A simple 30-day no spend challenge designed for UK households, shift workers and students.
6 August 2026 - Saving · 6 min read
How to save money on bills UK: the quickest wins
Slash your monthly household bills without switching everything at once. Start with the payments that move the needle fastest.
6 August 2026 - Budgeting · 5 min read
Budget by paycheck: why monthly budgeting fails for UK workers
Weekly, fortnightly or four-weekly pay? The usual monthly advice doesn't fit. Here's how to budget by paycheck instead.
6 August 2026 - Deals · 4 min read
Where to find genuine UK discounts (not affiliate junk)
Cashback sites, loyalty cards, and the discount stacks that actually move the needle on a weekly shop.
19 May 2026