Monarch Blog
We're on a mission to make better financial outcomes available to everyone. Read our latest thoughts and insights.
Featured
How to Discuss Money Values With Your Partner
Money talks are easier when you start with what matters most. Your values are a low-stakes way to get aligned with your partner—without diving straight into dollars.
Categories
December 19, 2025
How to Create a Holiday Budget in 6 Simple Steps
Holiday spending doesn’t have to derail your finances or follow you into the New Year. This guide shows you how to create a holiday budget you can actually stick to, so you can spend confidently, avoid debt, and stay in control as costs rise in 2025. With a clear plan and real-time tracking, you’ll enjoy the season knowing your money is working for you, not against you.
December 19, 2025
6 Financial Resolutions to Set for 2026
Make 2026 the year your financial goals actually stick. This guide breaks down the most impactful money resolutions like budgeting, saving, paying off debt, and building long-term security and shows you how to turn them into achievable actions. Start strong, stay consistent, and take control of your finances with practical tips that help you make real progress all year long.
December 19, 2025
End-of-Year Financial Checklist: 12 Must-Do Items
Close out the year with confidence by checking off the most important money moves before time runs out. This end-of-year financial checklist shows you exactly what to review, optimize, and take advantage of now to set yourself up for a stronger year ahead.
October 30, 2025
Setting Shared Financial Goals as a Couple
Talking about goals makes you happier, literally. Use them to align with your partner on the future you want, no spreadsheets required.
October 30, 2025
How to Talk About Money Habits in Your Relationship
You don't need perfect money habits, you just need to use the ones you have strategically. Here's how to play to your strengths as a couple.
October 30, 2025
How to talk about money dates with your partner
Regular money check-ins keep couples aligned, but they work best when they're fun. Here's how to make them a ritual you look forward to instead of dread.
December 10, 2024
Saving For Our Dream House Sounded Stressful. Then We Found Monarch
The story of Trent and Lauren, who crushed their savings goals and minimized arguments after they started using Monarch.
November 18, 2024
A Money Diary Case Study on Budgeting as a Couple
We’re pulling back the veil to show you real finances from a real 30-something couple, so you can identify opportunities to improve your own finances, preventing stress and protecting your relationship along the way.
November 10, 2024
A Case Study: Resolving Couple Money Conflicts
“Now my money anxiety has gone from 100% to less than 10%. It’s been night and day.”
Subscribe to our personal finance newsletter
Sign up with your email to receive all our latest blog posts directly in your inbox.
October 30, 2024
How to Recognize and Manage Financial Anxiety
Money may seem logical, but it’s actually quite emotional for most people. Here’s how to keep that from holding your finances back.
September 13, 2024
Are Credit Card Points Worth It?
How to figure out if your rewards credit card is costing you.
August 30, 2024
Pre-built iOS Binaries: Reducing React Native Dev Start Time from Minutes to Seconds
Using pre-built binaries, we reduced our React Native app build time from minutes to seconds.