Tips for First Time Budgeters

As a first-time budgeter, there may be several reasons why you haven’t created a budget up until this point. Maybe you didn’t think you need one or weren’t sure where to

Back to School Shopping Tips

With the new school year right around the corner, you may be in full ‘back to school shopping’ mode. Here are some tips for helping you save a little green before school

Budgeting Methods

When you decide to start budgeting, there are several different methods that you can use. Here are just a few examples to help you get started when it comes time to

What Not to Cut from your Budget

While it’s important to see where you can make cuts in your budget, there are some items that should always remain and be a priority in your planning. Here are a few

Five Myths about Budgeting

There are a lot of reasons that people use to convince themselves that a budget won’t work for them. Here are five of the most common myths associated with budgeting and

Budget Motivation

One of the major reasons that people have trouble sticking to their budget is because a budget can be abstract. By using methods of motivation or incentives, you can

Ways You May Be Wasting Money

If it feels like no matter how much you budget, you always seem to be short on money you should have, it may be time to examine your spending habits. Here are some

Saving While Paying Down Debt

You’re trying to get your debt paid off as quickly as possible, which is great. Unfortunately, you’ve noticed the negative side to this is you’re not saving as much as

Build a Budget - Financial Fitness Plan

It’s time to take the next step in your Financial Fitness Plan and build your budget. Yes, budget. A word that often fills people with dread and anxiety. However,