Life

August 28, 2025

When my wife lost her job, fear hit hard—but building a slimmed-down spending plan changed everything. Here’s how we made it through, and how you can too.

Welcome to Adulthood: Your Crash Course in Living Expenses

August 12, 2025

From toothpaste to rent: everything you need to know about managing living expenses like a pro—with a little help from YNAB.

How to Save for a House: A Step-by-Step Guide

August 6, 2025

Saving up for a house can feel overwhelming, even a little scary. Emily shares how she and her husband used YNAB to turn that stress into a steady, values-based plan—one that made buying a home feel calm, not chaotic.

Want Better Sleep? Start with Your Spending Habits

Jack Silk

August 5, 2025

Better sleep starts with more than a bedtime routine—it begins with how you manage your money. Align your spending with what matters most to lower stress and rest easier.

From Candles to Keys: How Love—and a Plan—Bought My Mom a Home

Faness H.

May 20, 2025

For years, all she could give were candles. Then she gave her mom a house. Not because she had more money—because her money had more meaning.

What’s On Your Bucket List? Build It—Then Fund It

Jack Silk

May 8, 2025

Your spending plan can help bring your wildest dreams to life. Explore how writing a bucket list is a killer kickstart for reaching your loftiest goals.

When Everything Costs More, What Do I Do?

May 1, 2025

You can’t control tariffs and rising prices. But with YNAB, you’ll get clarity and peace of mind to ride this turbulent moment with confidence.

Burning Man, a Bus, and a Beehive: Love the Way You Spend

December 30, 2024

Awareness. Intention. And the occasional burst of spontaneity. Discover what spendfulness truly means—through the lens of a Burning Man story.

Evicting the Ghost: How Simone Used YNAB to Quit Smoking

Ben M.

December 30, 2024

When smoking started to steal his future, Simone made a bold choice: he removed cigarettes from his spending plan. Discover how using YNAB helped him quit smoking and focus on what matters.

Don’t Separate Money and “Life”

December 19, 2024

You work too hard to not care or appreciate how you spend. Dan weighs in on how YNAB breaks down is the artificial barrier between money and the rest of... you.

ADHD Money Management: How to Tear Down The Wall of Awful

November 27, 2024

Struggling with ADHD and money stress? Dan shares how to break through the barriers keeping you from financial clarity and peace of mind.

20 Money Questions to Ask Yourself After a Big Life Change

Erin Lowell

November 21, 2024

New chapters—like having a baby, moving, or experiencing loss—can leave your spending plan feeling out of sync. Erin's top 20 questions will guide you through updating your plan so it reflects your priorities.

Experiences Age Like Wine, Things Age Like Milk

November 7, 2024

Discover the psychology behind why we so often prioritize things over experiences. The "Ben's" of YNAB dive into some practical tip to prioritize memory-making.

10 Last-Minute Halloween Costumes You Can Pull Off with YNAB Confidence

October 28, 2024

Costume crisis? Not for a YNABer! You and your kids can still look your ghoulish best with these clever DIY costumes—no stress required.

Memories Deliver the Highest ROI

October 24, 2024

The difference between financial responsibility and financial restriction? One leaves room for joy. Emily explores the critical difference.

An Early Taste of the Daily Grind

October 17, 2024

Is there someone in your life you think of a penny pincher? Maybe they're just giving every penny a purpose. Emily shares her multi-generation perspective on the important difference.

Can You Pay Me Back? How to Handle Money with Friends

September 23, 2024

Feeling uneasy about asking friends or family to pay you back? You’re not alone. Discover practical tips from YNAB on how to handle these tricky situations with confidence and clarity.

Confronting Your Past

July 11, 2024

What does loving yourself have to do with money? Well, everything. Learn how to reflect on your past with compassion and look ahead with optimism.

The Happiness Habits Hidden in Your YNAB Routine

Jack Silk

June 27, 2024

Common traits between YNAB and meditation? Jack reveals how the Four Habits weave sneaky wellness benefits into your financial routine.

“I Treated My Sister to a Bucket-List Trip” and Other Big Wins with YNAB

June 11, 2024

Use YNAB as a blueprint for the life you want! Learn how to make space for big life goals in your spending plan.

Checked Out at Work

May 21, 2024

When over half of financially stressed employees distracted at work, it's time for a lasting change. Introducing Financial Wellness by YNAB!

When Human Math Beats Real Math

April 25, 2024

Sometimes, the mathematically right choice is actually the wrong choice. Personal finance is personal, and we often should make financial decisions based on more than math.

My Emergency Sunshine Category and 12 Other Ways to Take Care of Yourself with YNAB