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YNAB Certified Coach Directory

YNAB Certified Coaches have completed an intensive training program and are able to coach you on all of the ins and outs of using YNAB along with additional steps to help get your finances on track.
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Nick Smith

He/Him
Alexandria, Virginia, United States
Personal Wealth Adventures, LLC
Remote
Meetings

As an author of an Amazon best-seller (Your Millionaire Marathon) and finance coach since 2019, I will partner with you to stabilize your budget and build custom projections (home affordability; retirement planning), giving you the directions to achieve your financial goals.

Focus Areas
Retirees
Variable Income
College Grads
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Darío Martínez

Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Sal de la Olla
Spanish, English
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

¿Hablas español y quieres usar YNAB para dominar tus finanzas? Yo estoy preparado para acompañarte en tu camino. Soy Dominicano y en mi país, imaginamos la estrechez financiera como estar dentro de una olla ardiente. ¡Trabaja conmigo y saldrás de la olla para siempre!

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Couples
Variable Income
College Grads
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Wave Melen

They/Them/She/Him
Eugene, Oregon, United States
Financial Coaching with Wave
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Hi! I'm your Hella-Queer, Financial Wizard, and Best Friend in the Epic Adventure of Money Mastery. I have been tossing glitter bombs into the gray world of finance for over seven years. I help folks like you embrace their Financial Adventure so that we can live Wild and Free!

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Couples
Variable Income
Small Business Owners
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Emelia Benitez

Waxahachie, Texas, United States
Emilian Services, LLC.
Spanish, English
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Nobody has time for financial clutter and disorganization. As your budget coach I will help you to align your everyday spending decisions with your priorities and get your financial house in order. YNAB has changed our family finances, and it can do it for you too.

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Couples
Variable Income
Life Transitions
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Elizabeth Schuhr

She/Her
Roswell, Georgia, United States
elizabudget
Remote
Meetings

Hi! Thanks for considering me to work with you on your budget. Besides education and experience, I have a passion for working with individuals and small businesses on their finances. I come to each session with optimism and enthusiasm and look forward to helping you in any way I can.

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Retirees
Variable Income
Small Business Owners
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Allan Buckingham

They/Iel
Banff, Alberta, Canada
Outdoor Life Planning
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

There’s no right or wrong way to structure your life or your money. I’d love to help you sort out how best to set up your money so it can support the life you want to live. My passion is helping people make the money work so they can spend more time outdoors.

Focus Areas
Variable Income
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Sean McQuay

He/Him
Port Orchard, Washington, United States
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Sean McQuay is a long-time personal finance nerd. He’s passionate about budgets, credit cards, and earning useful rewards with minimal effort. He lives in the Seattle area and is a father to three rambunctious kids.

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Couples
Variable Income
College Grads
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Nicole Cooley

Bellingham, Washington, United States
Remote
Meetings

Nicole Cooley helps service based entrepreneurs manage cash flow in their business (building profit, saving for taxes, and paying yourself) using YNAB. She believes in a holistic approach to money that combines your numbers, values, beliefs, and dreams.

Focus Areas
Small Business Owners
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Tyler Smith

Lehi, Utah, United States
Tyler Smith Consulting LLC
Remote
Meetings

Fast track your YNAB success. Spend an hour coaching with me at no cost.

Focus Areas
Variable Income
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Alexis Dumire

Williamsville, Illinois, United States
ThriveBudget Solutions
Remote
Meetings

If you’re a mom who’s ready to gain financial stability and create the life of your dreams without sacrificing your soul or selling everything you own, then you’ve found your tribe.

Focus Areas
Couples
Variable Income
Life Transitions
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Eileen Brumitt

She/Her
St. Petersburg, Florida, United States
Pennies Making Dollars
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

As a long-time YNABer, I am thrilled to be a certified YNAB coach. I love working with couples, LGBTQ+ clients, higher ed and non-profit workers, and entrepreneurs to help them learn YNAB and gain confidence with their financial lives.

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Couples
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Chelse Hounshell

She/Her
Lagrange, Kentucky, United States
Joyful Money Spend
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

My mission is to help my clients create and implement a spending plan that prioritizes JOY and aligns with their life goals. Whether you're navigating a career transition, experiencing a major life events like marriage or divorce, or simply seeking to escape the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle, I'm here to support you.

Focus Areas
Retirees
Variable Income
Life Transitions
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Hillary Bullions

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
Practical Budgeting Solutions, LLC
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Hillary walks alongside you as you gain New Perspectives to manage your paycheck to create a stress free/guilt free/goal minded financial life! In addition, she works with teens so that they move into their adult lives with a strong financial foundation.

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Josh Collier

He/Him
Tacoma, Washington, United States
Gig Harbor Financial Services
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

I love helping people align their spending with their priorities and goals. Specializing in on-boarding and single “I need help” meetings, I get you right into YNAB and coach you through learning by doing. Huge budget nerd, CFP, and over a dozen years using YNAB.

Focus Areas
Couples
Retirees
Variable Income
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Kingshuk Banerjee

He/Him/His
Austin, TX, USA
Start Your Finances Right
Hindi, English
Remote
Meetings

A financial coach who has walked through a huge life transition of immigration in mid forties and created financial freedom for my family with a single income. Now I help new immigrant graduates and families plan their finances through this transition and live a purposeful life in the US.

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Couples
Life Transitions
College Grads
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Kat Sklar

They/Them/Theirs
Portland, Oregon, United States
The Friendly Spreadsheet LLC
Remote
Meetings

I’m a CPA, spreadsheet enthusiast, and fan of helping people find processes that fit THEM. I’m especially excited to work with fellow small business owners, especially if you identify as a creative or ‘not a numbers person’. In addition to traditional coaching, I offer half hour tech support sessions.

Focus Areas
Variable Income
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Noreen Keesey

She/Her
Bismarck, North Dakota, United States
Thresholds, LLC
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Financial wellbeing is within your grasp, even if you think you aren't good with money. I'd love to help you find clarity, confidence, and calm with your cash. It can be hard to take the first steps when it feels overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone!

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Variable Income
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Doug Peterson

Seattle, Washington, United States
Get Priorities Straight LLC
Remote
Meetings

I help people unhappy with their money situation align spending priorities with their partners, eliminate debt, and reduce financial stress. Using my GPS Cash Flow Mastery proven process, they achieve immediate peace of mind, gain control over their finances, stay on the right track, and are finally in control.

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Couples
Variable Income
Small Business Owners
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Diamond Towns

She/Her
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Diamond Wealth Group
Remote
Meetings

Let's create a return on investment of time and energy— building financial security! If you're motivated by the pursuit of financial freedom and early retirement, my goal is to help you design a strategic plan for your financial future, granting you the time to enjoy life on your own terms.

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Variable Income
Small Business Owners
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Chelsea Hester-Bradt

She/Her
New York, New York, United States
Remote
Meetings

Chelsea helps folks who are new to YNAB, have ADHD, and/or have variable income feel confident managing their money in a nonjudgmental and shame-free environment. Together you'll get your budget set up, bring greater awareness to your money flow, and create a more peaceful relationship with your finances.

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Couples
Variable Income
Small Business Owners
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Elizabeth Snyder

She/Her
Bellingham, Washington, United States
Trail Financial Planning LLC
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

I am a Certified Financial Planner and have a specific interest in budgeting. I have found YNAB particularly helpful in its ability to assist clients in building awareness in cash flow. I take the judgement out of spending habits and assist people to getting to the truth in their spending.

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Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Valeria Gary

She/Her
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
The Welcome Consulting Company
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

As a Speech-Language Pathologist, I empower others to achieve their dreams through empathetic, research-backed coaching. Guiding healthcare professionals to thrive on a modest salary is my main specialty. Drawing from my expertise in behavior change coaching, I excel at coaching daily behaviors that pave the way to your financial goals.

Focus Areas
Variable Income
Life Transitions
College Grads
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Terri Hughes

She/Her
Norfolk, Virginia, United States
Budget Harmony
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Hi! I’m inspired to teach others that having a budget is the framework for the life they want to live. Financial peace and priorities can coexist in harmony. As a budget coach, I can help you take the first steps to financial peace without sacrificing the fun in life!

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Couples
Life Transitions
College Grads
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Laura Graven

She/Her
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Clear Money Coaching
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Laura Graven is a wife and mother, a successful business owner (in a very people-heavy industry), and a money coach focused on helping you align your money to your highest values. She holds space for your learning, while creating accountability for the goals you want most.

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Couples
Small Business Owners
College Grads
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Christine MacLaren

Winston Salem, North Carolina, United States
Breathe Again Budgets
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Christine is a Human Resources Manager by trade, but has a passion for YNAB and making dollars work for any situation. She provides personalized, budget-friendly coaching, within a judgment free zone.

Focus Areas
Retirees
Life Transitions
College Grads
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Brandi Delony

Texas, United States
Sparrow Bookkeeping Services
Remote
Meetings

Hi there! Money management doesn't have to be overwhelming or stressful. And you don't have to do it alone. I’m here to walk with you toward clarity and joy in your finances, both personal and business, so you can feel more confident, competent and in control.

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Couples
Small Business Owners
College Grads
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Nancy Abramowitz

She/Her
Hartford, Connecticut, United States
The Budget Brain
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Hello! I firmly believe that YNAB can help you love the way you use your money, and I’d be thrilled to help you feel confident about your spending plan. I enjoy setting up first-time budgets as well as troubleshooting existing budgets. I especially love working with neurodivergent folks (like me!)

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Couples
Life Transitions
College Grads
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Rica Molet

She/Her/Hers
Colorado Springs, CO, USA
Dragonfly Coaching
Remote
Meetings

Rica empowers minority independent women, aka “Rich Aunties,” master their finances with YNAB. Specializing in travel and travel hacking, her coaching empowers you to achieve financial freedom and fund your adventures. Are you ready to discovery life's possibilities with Rica?

Focus Areas
Variable Income
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Jaime Lyerly

Lake Havasu City, Arizona, United States
Jaime Lyerly Coaching
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Do you have a non-linear brain or have a hard time getting started or sticking with budgeting? I can help! I have been a life coach for 9 years, and have been coaching on budgets for about 2 years. I believe that budgeting can be fun, and a great tool for creating more.

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Andrea Liebross

She/Her
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Andrea Liebross Coaching
Remote
Meetings

Andrea is the big thinking expert for high-achieving women entrepreneurs & believes that the secret sauce to thinking big & creating big results (that you’re worthy & capable of) has two ingredients - solid systems & the right (big) mindset. She's author of best seller She Thinks Big & host of Time to Level Up podcast.

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Small Business Owners
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Sarah Elledge

She/Her
Mineral Wells, Texas, United States
Every Penny Accounts
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

My passion is to help people live wealthier and feel better about their finances every single day. I do this by helping you recognize your obstacles, discover your goals, and ensure you’re having fun along the way!

Focus Areas
Variable Income
Small Business Owners
College Grads
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Jeni Hall

She/Her
New Hampshire, United States
Your Budgeting Coach
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

I have zero judgment and a whole lot of understanding when it comes to debt and your money story. I will help you change your relationship with your money. If you're ready to do the work, I am here to support you every step of the way.

Focus Areas
Variable Income
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Lindsey Hardegree

She/Her
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Get Organized Y’all
Remote
Meetings

By day I’m a nonprofit executive & doctoral student. By night (and weekend!) I help people to create their ideal life by organizing their spaces, systems, and finances. YNAB Certified Budget Coach | Productivity Consultant | Professional Organizer certified by Marie Kondo.

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Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
College Grads
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Chris Harcksen-Lucero

She/Her
Turlock, California, United States
Beyond the Number$
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Wearing two hats, fight paramedic & financial coach, I have seen how quickly life can change. I help other first responders and frontline workers build financial resiliency so they can reduce stress and live their best life. I'm ready to help you too.

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Couples
Variable Income
Life Transitions
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Traci Shanklin

She/Her
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
Unlocking Financial Wellbeing
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

I have over two decades of experience in the investment business and have a passion for helping people achieve their financial goals. I have created a powerful and unique approach to help you truly examine, analyze, and change your money story and find financial peace of mind.

Focus Areas
Retirees
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Michael Reynolds

He/Him
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Elevation Financial LLC
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

I'm a CFP® and I own an independent financial advisory firm. I'm also a financial blogger and podcaster. I love sushi, Star Trek, and spending time with my family.

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Couples
Variable Income
Small Business Owners
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Kaylie Stokes

She/Her
Sarasota, Florida, United States
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

If you’re ready to develop a healthier relationship with money, gain clarity around your finances, and build confidence and competence to put your money to work creating the life you desire, schedule a free introductory call today! Together we can master your money mindset and make YNAB work for you.

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Couples
Variable Income
College Grads
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Amanda Perez

Corona, California, United States
Amplified Budget
Remote
Meetings

I enjoy helping clients define their budget and know where their money goes. Over 12 years ago, YNAB helped my family get out of debt, pay for university without student loans, and buy our first house. It also helped us raise financially mature young adults. Let’s chat…

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Couples
Variable Income
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Jack Brady

Milford, New Hampshire, United States
Budget for Life
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Jack Brady, self-employed business owner since 1990, runs multiple businesses and has used many accounting and software packages. YNAB was the choice because of adaptability to individual needs. Became certified because of belief in the product and support of YNAB Team.

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Variable Income
Small Business Owners
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Ruth Goodson

She/Her
San Diego, California, United States
FIRElite Budget Coaching
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

I am passionate about co-creating a plan to achieve your financial dreams, big or small. Special interests include empowering women, FIRE, and debt management. Coming from a healthcare background, I thrive on empowering others to reclaim control of their lives. Let's make your financial dreams a reality.

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Couples
Life Transitions
College Grads
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Dawn Koplitz

She/Her
Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, United States
Sign of Money
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

I'm excited to show everyone the positive changes YNAB can make in their life! Very few adults received any financial education. I can teach you financial terminology and how to manage your YNAB budget(s). You can achieve the feeling of, "I can do this!" surrounding your finances.

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Variable Income
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Ruth Liebel

Boise, Idaho, United States
Ruth Liebel Financial Coaching
Remote
Meetings

I help Christians build their abundant life through intentional spending. I specialize in creating healthy relationships around money, especially in creating unity with your spouse. I’m a STAH mother of four great kids, the wife of a soldier and trauma surgeon, and I love helping people become confident with money.

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Couples
Variable Income
Small Business Owners
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JanaLee Pickett

She/Her
Eagle Mountain, Utah, United States
Hope on a Dime
English, ASL
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Fall in love with how you spend your money! Work with me to learn the habits which will give you clarity, and allow you to spend with confidence. Get help identifying your values and priorities, and ensure your spending is in line with them.

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Couples
Variable Income
College Grads
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Carrie Poling

she/her
Fishers, Indiana, United States
Brightside Financial Care, LLC
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Hi: I take a gentle and compassionate approach to budgeting that encourages budgeting as an act of loving care and gratitude that can strengthen families for generations. Money is simply one tool of many that should be a door and not a barrier to living a full and glad life.

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Couples
Retirees
Life Transitions
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Jessica Koch

Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Koch Financial Coaching and Consulting
Remote
Meetings

I am a Certified YNAB coach, graduate of the Financial Coach Academy, licensed financial advisor, and former family lawyer. I specialize in helping newly single people get their financial lives back in order.

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Variable Income
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Whitney Hunter-Thomson

Alexandria, Virginia, United States
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

I offer 15 & 30 min customer service type calls for any YNAB enthusiast! I also have a private practice where I help low & middle income clients earn more money, become better budgeters, and get out of debt. I’ve helped reduce or eliminate $300K+ of debt in the last 2 years.

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Couples
Variable Income
Life Transitions
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Mindy Hurd

She/Her/Hers
Lafayette, Colorado, United States
Remote
Meetings

I help people create a life they love by aligning their money with their priorities and values. Whether you're brand new to YNAB or struggling to implement it consistently, we'll work together to create a healthy and fun relationship with money!

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Couples
Life Transitions
College Grads
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Tes Slominski

She/They
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
The Feral Freelancer
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

I help academics manage the internal and external distractions that challenge our abilities to focus. Variable income, frequent moves, and a tight job market can make academia a financially challenging profession with limited choices. Learning effective budgeting will give you the financial agency you need!

Focus Areas
Variable Income
Life Transitions
College Grads
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Amy Aston

She/Her
Franklin, Tennessee, United States
Budgets by Design
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Hello! I'd love to coach you to "level up" your YNAB skills to make your money work best for you. Priority based spending helps us live our lives purposefully while reducing money stress. I use YNAB to help me live out my travel dreams! What are your goals?

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Retirees
Life Transitions
College Grads

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