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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

New to YNAB? Start Here!

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

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

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).

Top 10 Frequently Asked YNAB Questions

You've got questions, we've got answers. Here are the 10 most frequently asked questions from new YNABers.

YNABing When You’re Barely Getting By

Erin Lowell
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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.

What Makes YNAB the Best Budget App for ADHD?

Ashley McCann
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September 15, 2021

Budgeting can be a challenge, but budgeting with ADHD presents a special set of obstacles. Learn more about the best budgeting app for ADHD.

How to Start YNAB in the Middle of the Month

Ashley McCann
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September 13, 2021

You don't need to wait until the first of the month to set up a budget. Learn how to start YNAB in the middle of the month with these tips.

Do I Need a Budget: The Year Jesse Stopped Budgeting

Ashley McCann
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August 16, 2021

At some point you might wonder, “Do I need a budget? I mean, do I really? If I pay my bills and save some money, I’m doing fine, right?”

Day One with YNAB: How to Set Up Your Budget

Ashley McCann
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August 4, 2021

Wondering how to set up your budget in YNAB? You've come to the right place for a new and improved financial life. Let's start with Day One.

How to Start a New Month in YNAB

Janelle Whitaker
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July 30, 2021

Whether you want to give your dollars jobs manually or let Auto-Assign do most of the work, let's go over how to start a new month in YNAB.

How to Save Money in YNAB

Ashley McCann
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July 19, 2021

Let’s face it, saving money is usually nowhere near as much fun as spending money. But it can be fun! Really! Learn how to save money in YNAB.

Auto-Assign 101

Ashley McCann
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July 13, 2021

Auto-Assign doesn’t automate your budget, it removes the tediousness of repeating the same actions. Learn more about this slick new feature!

Learn to Love Being (YNAB) Broke

Erin Lowell
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July 9, 2021

Learn the difference between Regular Broke and YNAB Broke to understand how it's possible to love feeling like you're out of funds.

Venmo Money, Mo’ Problems: How to Manage Venmo in YNAB

Ashley McCann
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July 5, 2021

Venmo has simplified splitting the restaurant check but has added a layer of complexity to the budget. Learn to manage Venmo in YNAB.

Budgeting Terms: The YNAB Dictionary of Definitions

Ashley McCann
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June 16, 2021

Learn to speak the language of financial freedom with some of the most common budgeting terms from A to Z in our YNAB dictionary.

Can I Trust YNAB?

Jesse Mecham
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June 4, 2021

Does YNAB share your data? No, your data is yours. Learn more about our stance on data policy and our commitment to keeping your data safe.

How to Create a Wedding Budget in YNAB

Ashley McCann
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May 31, 2021

Getting married is an exciting, emotional—and potentially expensive—event. Learn three different ways to create a wedding budget in YNAB.

6 YNAB Web App Features You Didn’t Know Existed

Hannah Maser
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May 21, 2021

Simplify your YNAB web app budget with six sneaky features designed to make your financial life even easier. There's always more to learn!

6 YNAB Mobile App Features You Didn’t Know Existed

Hannah Maser
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May 14, 2021

Ready to be a YNAB know-it-all? Or at least a YNAB know-it-more? Learn six lesser-known tips and tricks about the mobile app.

5 Tips for High-Income Earners Using YNAB

Ivan Smirnov
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March 1, 2021

If you are a high-income earner or live in a high cost-of-living area, there are a few ways to optimize YNAB for your situation.

6 Surprise Benefits From My First Month of YNAB

Rachel Wong
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March 1, 2021

If you're just getting started, read this. Check out the experience of one YNABer's first month to know what you can expect.

What’s a Fresh Start in YNAB (and How Do I Do One?)

Erin Lowell
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March 1, 2021

Use the YNAB Fresh Start feature for a do-over. Add, delete or edit your accounts, categories and allocations—and if you don’t like it? Just go back!

8 Tips to Master Your Budget in YNAB

Rachel Wong
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March 1, 2021

If you’re looking to jazz things up in your budget and become a true YNAB pro, then we’ve got a few tips and tricks to help you.

Welcome to the YNAB Wish Farm!

Dave Crombleholme
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March 1, 2021

If you’re wondering how to save money without feeling restricted, the Wish Farm is a practical way to prioritize savings goals and spend intentionally.

After Struggling to Budget, This Book Made It Stick

Ashley Lapato
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January 13, 2021

If there’s a budgeting app out there, I’ve probably tried it, and failed. After struggling to budget, this book changed everything.

3 Essential Traits of a Good Budgeter

Rachel Wong
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January 12, 2021

Starting to budget isn’t easy. Budgeting probably won't come naturally at first, but the good news is you can improve over time.

Why I Changed My Mind About Budgeting

Rachel Wiggins
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December 11, 2020

Budgeting seemed like a bossy thing: telling me exactly all the things I couldn't buy. But now, I've completely changed my mind.

Meet the Joneses: The Budget Refresh

Rachel Wong
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October 26, 2020

Welcome to part six in our budgeting-during-covid series as the average American family gets their finances under control.

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