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Forget the Emergency Fund: Do This Instead

November 6, 2025

Most emergencies aren’t really emergencies—they’re expenses you can plan for. YNAB can help you replace the vague “emergency fund” with intentional categories that make you feel calm, prepared, and in control.

Apple Shortcuts: Your Plan, Delivered

Kody Atkinson

October 1, 2025

Harness the power of Apple Shortcuts with YNAB. From viewing category balances to adding transactions, learn how to make your financial plan work for you—wherever you are!

The Great YNAB Remodel

Kody Atkinson

September 15, 2025

Ever rearranged the furniture and wondered why you didn't do it sooner? Take a tour of our latest improvements with this BIG September update! Welcome home.

Retirement Curveballs: When Family Needs Come First

Matthew Amster-Burton

September 4, 2025

Retirement doesn’t always look like the postcard version. Sometimes it isn't about what you need—it's about who needs you. Matthew shares how to make room in your plan for loved ones without sidelining your someday.

Why You Need More Than a Christmas Budget

Ben Barlowe

July 23, 2025

Forget the last-minute Christmas budget scramble—start planning now with a Christmas target. Discover how saving a little each month can turn the holiday season into a time of peace on earth and peace of mind.

Tracking Our Home Value: It’s Way More Than a Number

Lea Velocci

July 17, 2025

Learn why your home’s value is more than just equity—and how to track it in YNAB to see your full financial picture.

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?

Dan Cayer

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.

What is a High Yield Savings Account?

Matthew Amster-Burton

April 30, 2025

Learn more about the ever-popular high-yield savings account and how saving the YNAB way will lead to a more spendful future.

What Are the Best Financial Goals for Couples?

Emily Hudson

April 15, 2025

Money touches everything in a relationship—but it doesn’t have to cause stress. Here’s how one couple moved from financial overwhelm to shared clarity, and how you can too.

How to Get a Month Ahead in YNAB

Erin Lowell

April 10, 2025

How do you get a month ahead with your money and live on last month’s income? Here's how to break free from paycheck to paycheck stress.

The Peace of Mind Plan: Get a Month Ahead with Money

Erin Lowell

April 3, 2025

Imagine feeling so secure about your finances, you forget that it’s payday.YNAB’s newest feature helps you track your progress toward getting a full month ahead—right inside your spending plan.

That’s You in the Spotlight

Kody A.

March 6, 2025

Meet Spotlight, the newest way to stay on top of your money in YNAB. Get a clear view of what needs your attention, track your progress, and make sure your plan is on point.

How to Make Your Money Go Further (Without Making More)

Jack Silk

February 27, 2025

You deserve to get the most from your money. That’s why it’s vital to squeeze maximum satisfaction from every precious paycheck. Jack tells you how.

Tax Time Prep Made Easy

Ashley Gutierrez Siler

February 7, 2025

Tax time prep just got easier. We've got some tips and tricks to keep your financial information organized for tax time using YNAB features!

Break the Spend-Track-Regret Cycle

Emily Hudson

and Erin Lowell

January 30, 2025

It’s never just about spending money—it’s about how it feels afterward. Learn how to break free from constant guilt and second-guessing by giving every dollar a job.

YNAB Tips: Habits of Successful YNABers

Becky Kane

January 10, 2025

It really only takes three habits and an hour a month to manage your money. Learn the best YNAB tips and get organized!

New Year, Same You?

Jack Silk

January 2, 2025

Money worry is out. Spendfulness is in! Jack S. shares how to make strides—without any radical changes—and find yourself financially this year.

New to YNAB? Start Here!

Ben Barlowe

January 1, 2025

Learn how to use the YNAB Method, give every dollar a job, and set up your first categories with beginner videos and guides.

No Regrets: Money Well-Spent Stories

Emily Hudson

December 26, 2024

No regrets, just dollars doing their job. From pizza nights to big adventures, these YNABers show how spendfulness can bring clarity, confidence, and joy to your financial life.

The YNAB Method: ‘Give Every Dollar a Job’ Takes Center Stage

Erin Lowell

December 10, 2024

The last 20 years have led to this moment—where we’ve stepped back, taken a fresh look, and re-imagined the YNAB Method from the ground up. Lean in as Erin reveals what's new!

We’re a Spendfulness App Now. We Always Were.

Dan Cayer

December 10, 2024

It doesn’t feel like we made up spendfulness, it feels like we found it. Dan breaks down what it means for you (spoiler: a life well spent).

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

Dan Cayer

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.

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Learn the whys and hows of money management

New to YNAB? Start Here!

We’re a Spendfulness App Now. We Always Were.

Top 10 Frequently Asked YNAB Questions

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Getting Started with YNAB

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The Budget Nerds Podcast

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13 Expenses You're Forgetting to Budget For

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Irregular Income

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Forget the Emergency Fund: Do This Instead

Apple Shortcuts: Your Plan, Delivered

The Great YNAB Remodel

Retirement Curveballs: When Family Needs Come First

Why You Need More Than a Christmas Budget

Tracking Our Home Value: It’s Way More Than a Number

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

When Everything Costs More, What Do I Do?

What is a High Yield Savings Account?

What Are the Best Financial Goals for Couples?

How to Get a Month Ahead in YNAB

The Peace of Mind Plan: Get a Month Ahead with Money

That’s You in the Spotlight

How to Make Your Money Go Further (Without Making More)

Tax Time Prep Made Easy

Break the Spend-Track-Regret Cycle

YNAB Tips: Habits of Successful YNABers

Top 10 Frequently Asked YNAB Questions

New Year, Same You?

New to YNAB? Start Here!

No Regrets: Money Well-Spent Stories

The YNAB Method: ‘Give Every Dollar a Job’ Takes Center Stage

We’re a Spendfulness App Now. We Always Were.

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

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