Monzo Blog
The latest updates, stories, ideas and guides from the Monzo team.
Monzo Me“I’m going to 7 weddings this year & it’s affecting how much I can save towards a house”
For serial wedding guest Rob, 27, it's become tricky to prioritise his own savings goals.
TechnologyHow we launch new products at Monzo
From staff testing to Monzo Labs, learn about the different ways Monzo launches new products and features - and how we don't always get it right!
How Money Works3 common travel scams and how to protect yourself
Be mindful of these travel scams that could turn your dream holiday into a nightmare.
Product UpdatesSee into the future of Monzo
Switch over to the new-look Home screen for a better overview of your money and more insight into your spending habits.
Monzo MeHow to stop a money gap from tearing your friendships apart
Financial differences can test even the closest friendships. Here are 5 tips to handle them.
Monzo MeWhat it's really like being on either side of the friendship money gap
Maintaining friendships across different financial circumstances can be tough, whether you earn less or more than your friends.
TechnologyFive lessons from my first year at Monzo
Tarah Srethwatanakul is a Lead Researcher at Monzo. In this blog post, she shares lessons from her first year at the company.
How Money Works8 dos and don’ts of saving money at festivals
Festival season isn't cheap, but there are clever ways to cut down your expenses.
Monzo Me“How I built a £600 Festival Fund for a summer of fun”
Leo, 29, uses Pots to give himself financial flexibility at festivals. Here's how.
TechnologyHow we do product management in the financial difficulties space
In Financial Health, we’re responsible for making sure we build the right tools and experiences to help our customers through thick and thin if they experience financial difficulties, while also helping Monzo grow its Borrowing products.
Monzo Me“How I’m saving for my £7k wedding in just five months”
Julia, 30, got a last-minute package deal on her wedding to save money. Here's how she's saving up for the big day.
Monzo Me“How we managed different money personalities on our group holiday”
Ariana, 26, and her friends had a great holiday despite their contrasting approaches to money.
Product UpdatesMonzo Premium has a new travel insurance provider
From 3rd July 2023, Monzo Premium’s worldwide family travel insurance will be provided by Zurich, powered by Qover. This blog explains more about the switch, including how Zurich’s own Terms and Conditions differ from the previous provider.
