Personal Finance

Living Within Your Means

Jesse Mecham

October 18, 2022

It seems like the golden rule of personal finance is to "live within your means." This seems simple enough, so why don't more people do it?

How to Buy What You Want

Ashley McCann

September 27, 2022

Ready to buy what you want without the guilt, regret, or shame? A YNAB Wish Farm is a fun budgeting trick that helps make it happen.

Why Can’t I Save Money?

Rachel Wong

August 25, 2022

Find yourself asking, “Why can't I save money?” We go over four common reasons you're not saving money and simple ways to start saving more.

From Paycheck to Paycheck to Near Perfect Credit

Angela Stevens

August 8, 2022

Angela Stevens and her family of six were living paycheck to paycheck. Then one day, it all started to change.

Emergency Fund 101: How To Save For a Rainy Day

Erin Lowell

July 18, 2022

You've probably heard about an emergency fund. But how much should you be saving? Do you actually need one? Let's cover Emergency Fund 101.

Can I Afford It: 4 Questions to Ask Before Buying

Mark Butler

June 13, 2022

How do you know if you can afford something? These four questions will help you figure out if a purchase aligns with your goals.

5 Healthy Money Habits

Ashley Lapato

January 2, 2022

Want to transform your financial life? Focus on these small healthy money habits today, and the effects will compound for your future.

Emotional Spending: Recognize and Avoid It

Ashley McCann

December 2, 2021

Developing an awareness around the connection between your moods and your money helps you break the cycle of emotional spending. Learn how!

Saving Money Saves Money

Jesse Mecham

November 30, 2021

You know you need an emergency fund, but you aren't quite sure if it's "nice to have" or "need to have." Spoiler alert: it's a need.

YNABing When You’re Barely Getting By

Erin Lowell

October 6, 2021

Learning how to budget when you're broke is a daunting prospect. Gain control over your spending regardless of how much money you have.

3 Ways to Curb Your Spending Problem

Rachel Wong

August 23, 2021

Do you have a money spending problem you want to stop? See three steps you can take to stop a money spending problem.

Money and Mental Health: Budgeting as Self-Care

Ashley McCann

July 21, 2021

Like it or not, money and mental health are closely linked. Let’s look at how to simplify life’s complicated emotions with basic budgeting.

The Best Episodes from the YNAB Podcast: 25 of Our Favorites

Ashley McCann

June 9, 2021

Whether you're new to budgeting, a seasoned budgeter, or just want to hear staff picks, here are our favorite episodes from the YNAB podcast.

6 (More) Tips for High-Income Earners Using YNAB

Daniel A. Chen

May 28, 2021

When you’re a high-income earner, your financial life is likely more complex. Here's what I've learned about managing the complexity in YNAB.

Is It Bad to Keep Money in a Savings Account?

Matthew Amster-Burton

April 7, 2021

You might be feeling guilty when you glance at your checking account and see a large balance. Shouldn't that money be doing something else?

9 Takeaways From People Who Don’t Stress About Finances

Rachel Wong

February 8, 2021

76% of those surveyed reported little to no financial stress last year. So what are their secrets to financial zen?

12 Best Personal Finance Episodes from The Jesse Mecham Show

Rachel Wong

September 4, 2020

We've laid out 12 of the best episodes of The Jesse Mecham Show that are all about personal finance and growing in your money mindset.

I Need a Budget, Like, RIGHT NOW

Rachel Wong

March 23, 2020

Need a budget? Experience the calming presence of a budget. We're here to help teach, support, and guide you to financial control.

How I Stopped Impulse Buying

Lindsey Burgess

February 28, 2020

Want to stop impulse shopping and start spending more intentionally? Check out YNAB to gain total control of your money.

4 Lessons From My Zero Percent Nightmare

Lindsey Burgess

November 11, 2019

I thought I was entirely in control of my credit card spending, but it is a serious head game and no one is immune.

Are Credit Card Rewards Worth It?

Shannon Marie

October 24, 2018

Before you play the credit card rewards game, do your research. Make sure it’s worth it. Sometimes, it's safer to stick with "real" money.

5 Ways to Get Your Spending Under Control & Still Enjoy Life

Shannon Marie

September 5, 2018

Here are five ways to get your spending under control so that you can gain control of your money while enjoying life more.

Do I Need an Emergency Fund?

Erin Lowell

April 20, 2018

Wondering whether or not to add an ‘Emergency Fund’ category to YNAB? Here are a few questions to help you figure it out.

How Do I Stop Being So Bad at Money?

Erin Lowell

January 2, 2018

Feel like you're impossibly bad with money and you always will be? It doesn't have to stay like this. Let's kick that shame out the door.

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Personal Finance

Dig into the big picture with these personal finance topics for a holistic look at growing your wealth.

Dig into the big picture with these personal finance topics for a holistic look at growing your wealth.

Let’s talk personal finance

5 Healthy Money Habits

Other resources…

The Jesse Mecham Show

The Investing Series

Simplify Your Finances

Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck

Living Within Your Means

How to Buy What You Want

Why Can’t I Save Money?

From Paycheck to Paycheck to Near Perfect Credit

Emergency Fund 101: How To Save For a Rainy Day

Can I Afford It: 4 Questions to Ask Before Buying

5 Healthy Money Habits

Emotional Spending: Recognize and Avoid It

Saving Money Saves Money

YNABing When You’re Barely Getting By

3 Ways to Curb Your Spending Problem

Money and Mental Health: Budgeting as Self-Care

The Best Episodes from the YNAB Podcast: 25 of Our Favorites

6 (More) Tips for High-Income Earners Using YNAB

Is It Bad to Keep Money in a Savings Account?

9 Takeaways From People Who Don’t Stress About Finances

12 Best Personal Finance Episodes from The Jesse Mecham Show

I Need a Budget, Like, RIGHT NOW

How I Stopped Impulse Buying

4 Lessons From My Zero Percent Nightmare

Are Credit Card Rewards Worth It?

5 Ways to Get Your Spending Under Control & Still Enjoy Life

Do I Need an Emergency Fund?

How Do I Stop Being So Bad at Money?

No articles found

Personal Finance

Dig into the big picture with these personal finance topics for a holistic look at growing your wealth.

Dig into the big picture with these personal finance topics for a holistic look at growing your wealth.

Let’s talk personal finance

5 Healthy Money Habits

Other resources…

The Jesse Mecham Show

The Jesse Mecham Show

The Investing Series

The Investing Series

Simplify Your Finances

Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck

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