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Couple finances, explained simply

Practical advice on how to split expenses, manage your household budget and save together — no waffle.

Couple expenses

How to split expenses as a couple when you earn different amounts

Is 50/50 really fair when one of you earns much more? A guide to splitting couple expenses in proportion to income, with practical examples.

5 min read
Budgeting

The 50/30/20 rule explained simply (and how to use it as a couple)

What the 50/30/20 rule is for managing your income: needs, wants and savings. How to apply it to a couple's household budget, with examples.

4 min read
Money as a couple

Joint account or separate accounts? How to manage money as a couple

One joint account, separate accounts, or a mix of the two? The pros and cons of each model for managing money as a couple, and how to choose the right one for you.

6 min read
Saving

How to build an emergency fund as a couple (and how much to save)

How big an emergency fund should be, where to keep it, and how to build it together with your partner, a little each month, without stress.

5 min read
Money as a couple

How to talk about money as a couple without fighting

Money is one of the top causes of arguments in couples. How to approach the subject calmly: the monthly check-in, transparency and shared rules.

5 min read
Budgeting

Household budget: where to start when you're starting from scratch

A simple guide to creating your first household budget: map your income, list your expenses, cap your categories and start saving.

5 min read
Comparisons

The best app to split couple expenses in 2026

Splitwise, Tricount and the like are great for groups, but a couple needs different things. How to choose the right app for two people who share a life.

6 min read
Comparisons

An alternative to Splitwise and Tricount: what changes for a couple

Looking for an alternative to Splitwise or Tricount to manage money as a couple? The difference between a group expense tracker and a budget built for couples.

5 min read