The Money Diaries column on Refinery29 has drawn a cult-like following, putting young women’s finances under the microscope, letting readers peer beyond the constructed personas often presented online. What does the series reveal about Americans’ attitudes toward money and spending?

Gen Yers may spend hours researching eateries and nightlife when going on holiday, but many don’t factor insurance into their preparations, whether due to the associated confusion or cost. Enter Pluto, a mobile-first start-up that gives travellers quick quotes and easy-to-understand policies.

Insurance brand eSurance is undergoing a rebrand, which places ease-of-use front of mind. To highlight this, eSurance has released an ad campaign featuring actor Dennis Quaid, who talks through the various pain-points of buying insurance, and why the brand is different.

With 85% of Berliners renting their homes and a strong influx of new residents per annum, Berlin is currently facing a significant shortage of affordable housing. But as the city undergoes major modernisation, Berliners fear the negative impact regeneration can have on them financially.