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Budget Resources

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It can be hard to know where to start when creating a budget! Follow along as I share my best tips and resources
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Apps

 
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Free app that you can link your accounts to
Mint - Intuit
 
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If you have a spending program you need to get under control, start with this app
PocketGuard | Money Management, Spending Categorization
 
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For couples sharing their finances, this is a great tool
Honeydue • Finance App for Couples
 
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Track your retirement and other savings accounts
Personal Capital: Personal Finance Tools, Wealth ...
 
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Create numerous “envelopes” to track where your money is going
Goodbudget: Best Home Budget App for Android, iPhone ...
 
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I like the tracking and data elements of this app
Spendee: Money Manager & Budget Planner

Templates

 
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Purchase this excel file for under $10
Monthly Budget Spreadsheet | Google Sheets Budget Template
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If you'd like a paper copy of your budget, I recommend this one
Printable Finance Planner
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A simplified version to track your largest bills and income
Budget by Paycheck
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Readings/Videos

 
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A good starting point for figuring out what you should be saving/budgeting for
50/30/20 Rule: A Realistic Budget That Actually Works
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If you're starting from scratch, this is a great resource
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Make a Budget
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Quick reminders to keep you on track
32 Hacks for Sticking to Your Budget
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Clever Finance Girl is one of my go-to resources for budget related items
Key Tips to Stick to Your Budget (Even if You Can't Stick to A Budget!)
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