We all know that taking breaks and going on a vacation are really good for our health. Oftentimes, though, time or money forces us to put a traditional vacation on hold. Still, we all need a break. And that’s where the staycation comes in. Simply put, staycations are vacations you take close to or at … Read more

Budgeting is essential nowadays. If you don’t have a budget, it’s difficult to make sure you’re staying within the limits of your income or to know whether or not you’re accomplishing your financial goals. If you’re considering a budget worksheet as a means to create a budget you can stick with, you’ve come to the … Read more

We don’t want to add too many things to your already hefty springtime to-do list, but since you’re likely in the cleaning mood anyway, why not give your budget some attention too?  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Photo by JEShoots on Unsplash Because your budget needs attention too We don’t want to add too many things to your already … Read more

Start by saying “yes” to a second chance! The New Year often gives us a boost of energy and a reason to tackle some money goals that we may have been putting off. But for some of us, even with that renewed enthusiasm, sticking to those new goals is still a challenge.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  Photo by … Read more

Photo by Rinck Content Studio on Unsplash Start budgeting for this year and beyond Like all holidays, Valentine’s Day comes once a year. The best part about that is it means we know exactly when it’s coming, giving us the chance to save up for what we plan to spend. So no matter if you’re … Read more

Photo by Christin Hume on Unsplash Join GB 201 Whether you’re new to budgeting and just wrapping up Goodbudget 101: Budget Bootcamp, or a seasoned budget veteran, now’s the time to go deeper on your budgeting journey. Learn how you can create a budget that makes space for what’s most important to you. Join Goodbudget … Read more

Photo by Markus Winkler on Unsplash Work towards what you value You’ve heard us talk about the importance of making SMART goals. When our goals are SMART, we give ourselves the best chance of sticking to them.  But we haven’t talked much about why goals are important to begin with. Goals help us identify our … Read more

Photo by Northfolk on Unsplash Pick the budget that makes sense for you It’s been 2022 for a little over a week now, but if you’re anything like us, you’ll probably be writing the date as ‘2021’ for at least the next few weeks. While you might have to rack your brain to remember what … Read more

Photo by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash New Year = Time to Get Going Out with the old and in the new. The New Year, that is! With the New Year comes new opportunities to get going on your budget. Or if you’ve fallen off the budget wagon, now’s a great time to get back on … Read more

Photo by Ronnie Overgoor on Unsplash Give yourself the best shot at sticking to them As the holiday dust settles, and with the imminent arrival of the new year, our aspirations of bettering ourselves begin again in earnest. For some, that means getting in shape, breaking a bad habit, or starting a new good habit. … Read more