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New to organizing your finances (or maybe new to YNAB?) Pop the bubbly, you’re here! Check out the most popular posts about how to be a better money manager.

New to organizing your finances (or maybe new to YNAB?) Pop the bubbly, you’re here! Check out the most popular posts about how to be a better money manager.

Learn the whys and hows of money management

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From Shame to Strength: How Pamela Got Good at Money

Ben Barlowe
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January 20, 2026

Pamela tried every tool out there, but still felt lost. Then she found YNAB, and everything changed.

Is Your Paycheck Running Your Life? Here’s How to Tell

Erin Lowell
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December 26, 2025

Ever felt like you can’t make a decision until you get paid? That’s your paycheck running your life. Here’s how to take back the reins and finally breathe easier around money.

How to Combine Finances After Marriage: A Practical Guide for Newlyweds and Beyond

Dan Cayer
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November 25, 2025

PSA: Money worry doesn't have to be part of married life. Learn how to combine finances after marriage, get good with money together, and build a spending plan together using YNAB.

Forget the Emergency Fund: Do This Instead

Ben Barlowe
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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.

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

Lea Velocci
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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.

Emergency Fund vs. Month Ahead

Ben Barlowe
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May 15, 2025

Ah, the age-old question: Should I build an emergency fund or get a month ahead first? Discover which option will help you stop worrying about money.

When Everything Costs More, What Do I Do?

Dan Cayer
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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
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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
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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
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April 10, 2025

Break the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle with YNAB. Learn how to get a month ahead, fund expenses early, and build lasting financial stability.

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

Jack Silk
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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.

Break the Spend-Track-Regret Cycle

Emily Hudson and Erin Lowell
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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
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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!

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

Dan Cayer
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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
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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.

How to Quit Should’ing on Yourself About Spending

Dan Cayer
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October 10, 2024

The time is nigh to let go of unrealistic expectations and embrace your true spending habits. Discover how to find joy in intentional, guilt-free choices.

20 Fun Facts to Celebrate 20 Years of YNAB

Emily Hudson
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October 3, 2024

Celebrating 20 years of YNAB, 20 surprising facts about how a simple spreadsheet grew to help millions discover themselves through money. From Jesse’s mortgage payoff haircut to Wine Hamburgers, never a dull moment here!

Life Is Short. Spend It Well.

Sarah Schweisthal
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June 25, 2024

In an instant, shocking news altered Sarah's reality. Discover how facing mortality transformed her outlook on money.

Do I Have to Give EVERY Dollar a Job?

Ben Barlowe
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June 4, 2024

Rule One of the YNAB Method is Give Every Dollar a Job. Let’s uncover how to allocate your money all the way to zero, and the rewards you’ll receive when you do!

How Does it Feel to Get A Month Ahead?

Ben Barlowe
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May 21, 2024

Habit Four of the YNAB Method is all about getting a month ahead on your finances. Hear from real YNABers about how it feels to achieve this big financial goal!

How Brian and Leann Got Maui’d: A Second Chance at YNAB

Ben Barlowe
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March 26, 2024

Brian and Leann used YNAB to save for an amazing wedding and honeymoon, but the real win was the way the experience brought them closer together.

She WAMed Her Way to the Grammys: A Swiftie’s Financial Fairytale With YNAB

Emily Hudson
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February 15, 2024

Discover how a die-hard Swiftie won GRAMMY tickets and financed her dream trip with YNAB. Spoiler: she gets seated just one table away from Taylor Swift herself!

YNAB vs. Credit Karma Budget Tools

Ben Barlowe
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January 23, 2024

Credit Karma may help you find new debt products, but if you want to change your financial life, try YNAB.

7 Beginner Tips to Boost Your YNAB Momentum

Emily Hudson
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January 18, 2024

New here? Learn motivating tips from seasoned YNABers to create a financial future you love.

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