The Ultimate End-of-Month Financial Checklist
If you want to kick off next month feeling confident about your finances, the secret is in how you wrap up this one. In our latest podcast episode, we're sharing an easy, step-by-step financial to-do list that'll help you clean up this month's budget, set goals, and get ahead of the game. It's all about small steps now that lead to big wins later. Tune in and get ready to start the new month on the right foot!
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The Financial "B" Word: Budgeting
Today we are talking about the financial "B" word: Budgeting! If we are completely honest, most people hate the concept of budgeting, and for good reason! When people sit down and plan their budget, it starts with good intentions. They want to save more money, get control over their spending, and plan for their future. But the truth is setting a strict budget can actually set you up for failure. Because budgets feel so restrictive, they often don't work! Although we don't believe in strict budgeting, we do believe that understanding how much money you earn and how much you spend every month is really important to achieving financial security. Today we are going to talk about some guidelines you can follow to help you make sure you're spending and saving in a way that works for you that isn't oppressive or overly prescriptive.
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