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What are instant access savings?
Instant access savings accounts allow you to access your money whenever you need to, unlike a fixed term savings account. Find out the key benefits of instant access savings.
What is an ISA?
ISA stands for individual savings account. ISAs allow you to save a certain amount of money while paying little or no tax on your interest. Find out if an ISA might be right for you.
What is AER?
Short for Annual Equivalent Rate, AER is one of the main types of interest rates used on savings accounts. Learn more about what AER means in savings and how it works.
What is a lump sum?
Lump sums are large amounts of money, paid in one go. Find out how to save a lump sum and start building interest on it.
What is compound interest?
Compound interest could help give your savings a boost. Discover how compound interest works and how to calculate it.
How to start saving money
Savings accounts can offer higher interest rates than standard bank accounts. To learn more on how to start saving money with a savings account, read our how-to guide.
Keep in control of your money
Whatever life brings you, it's important to feel in control of your money. We’re here to help you turn your plans into reality with our top savings tips.
Regular savings
Re-thinking the way you spend and save your money, even just a little bit each week or month, could reduce your stress levels and bring more joy to your life. Learn how to make regular savings.
Sustainable money saving ideas
It can be expensive to live a more eco-friendly lifestyle. Here are five ways you could live more sustainably while also saving you money.
Top 5 money saving challenges
Need a bit of a push to start saving more? We've listed some quick, money saving challenges that you can do at any time. See which challenge works for you.
Saving money on kids' clothes
Parents share their money savings tips on how to spend less on clothes for their kids, and in some cases get them for free.
TikTok creators to follow for smart, simple saving tips
If you like using TikTok, here are 7 accounts to follow that offer practical tips, tricks and guidance on how to save your money and spend wisely.
Seven discount schemes that could save your family money
From coupons to government grants, these cost-cutting discounts could make a big difference to your household.
See how your family might benefit.
Explore our NatWest Savings Index
Find out:
- How much we as a nation save each month.
- The cities with the best understanding of savings.
- The things people are saving towards.
- Common barriers to saving.
- What saving means to different age groups.
Get set for university with our Student Living Index
Discover how students save, budget and spend with the NatWest Student Living Index.
Our annual survey ranks the UK’s most affordable university cities, while revealing the most common saving tactics. It offers handy insider knowledge to school leavers, parents and current students.
How to set up and reach your savings goal
Our step-by-step guide walks you through how to set a savings goal that you can actually achieve. We'll help you work out what you're savings towards - and for how long.
Use our tool to keep track of your savings goals
Follow our simple guide to access our Savings Goal Tool in the NatWest app.
Follow our guide to boost your financial planning.
Saving for your wedding
Planning for your wedding is exciting. But finding the sweet spot between your no-expense-spared dream and an affordable alternative could save you money.
We’re here to help you plan, budget, and save for your big day.
Easy ways to save at Christmas
The festive season is an exciting but expensive time of year. Here are a few top tips to help you save at Christmas, so you won't worry about hurting your wallet.