“Martin Lewis Asks Followers for Best Budgeting Tips for Podcast”

Financial journalist and presenter Martin Lewis has turned to his followers and fans for their best budgeting tips for his podcast, and the response has been overwhelming. With over 365,900 views and 283 responses, Brits have shared their top tactics for getting on top of their finances.

From using neobank Monzo to timing bill payments, the suggestions have been varied and insightful. One follower, Stephen Campbell, credited Monzo with changing his life, helping him understand his money and where it goes. Others recommended paying bills on the 1st of the month, shopping online to reduce impulse buys, and minimizing exposure to advertisements.

When it comes to reducing food waste, Denny Wright suggested using a clear plastic bin bag to track waste and challenging yourself to eat everything in your freezer before buying more. Ali recommended using a budgeting app to allocate money into different “pots” for bills and discretionary spending.

Craig Priest shared his method of using an Excel spreadsheet to track income and expenses, while Katie Di Stefano advised moving an allowance into a separate account on payday to avoid overspending.

For more budgeting tips and advice, listeners can tune into Martin Lewis’ podcast or visit the Money Saving Expert website. With the wealth of knowledge shared by his followers, Martin Lewis continues to provide valuable insights into managing finances effectively.