Hi, my name is Katie Sherwood. Welcome to Savings & Suitcases!
After 10 years as a secondary school teacher, I’ve taken the leap into a brand new career as a financial adviser—and I’m here to share everything I’m learning along the way. What’s more, as a lover of travel and languages (I studied French and Spanish at uni), I’m also writing about family finance and travel- with a focus on helping busy parents make smarter financial decisions without sacrificing fun.
Before our little ones arrived, my husband and I were lucky enough to explore the world—from California to Japan. Since becoming parents our trips look a little different, but we’re still on a mission to explore new places with our two gorgeous kids. We’ve already gathered plenty of tips and tricks for travelling as a family and I can’t wait to share them with you.
Parenthood shifted my perspective on life- suddenly, long-term finances became more important than ever. I know that for many people finance can feel complicated and overwhelming, so my goal is to make it simpler and more approachable for you. Whether you’re planning your next adventure or just trying to get a handle on your family’s finances, I’m here to help.
Follow my journey on Instagram to see how I balance being a mum, a financial adviser and a travel enthusiast—and hopefully also pick up some useful pointers. Here’s to making life that little bit easier and having fun along the way!
Love,
Katie x