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Mailbox hall with a fee letter highlighted in yellow and coins scattered across the floor

Multiple Bank Accounts: How to Stop Losing Money to Fees You Didn't Notice

The more accounts you spread across banks, the easier it is for one to start charging fees you don't notice — the average maintenance fee in Spain is now around €160/year, with some banks charging up to €240. This post walks through a 15-minute audit to catch it, account by account.

September 17, 2026 3 min read
Handwritten ledger beside three cardboard boxes labelled by spending category, with a crumpled sheet of graph paper next to them

How to Track Your Expenses Without Spreadsheets

Many people give up tracking their expenses because they associate it with a tedious spreadsheet. Here's why that's not the only option, and what alternatives exist to manage your money without relying on Excel.

August 9, 2026 3 min read