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Do online saving methods really work?

Do online saving methods really work?Close

Can social media savings challenges actually leave you worse off?

Iona Bain looks at viral budgeting trends, from no-spend months to the 1p challenge, and explains how to make them work for your finances without falling behind on bills.

To watch this with subtitles go to BBC iPlayer and search for Morning Live from 16/06/2026.

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