Money Habits

How to Become a World Champion with Money

Getting good at money is a lot like building a championship football team—you need a solid game plan and the flexibility to adjust. Learn how YNAB helps you cover the basics, plan for surprises, and build a money life you’re proud of.

Ernie Reppe

February 5, 2026

The Difference Between Spending and Swiping (And How to Fix It!)

You check your account before buying. You're not living extravagantly. So why does money still feel so stressful? Turns out, most of us were never taught how to spend money—we only learned how to swipe. And there's a huge difference between the two.

Ernie Reppe

February 26, 2026

7 Habits That (Quickly!) Changed Our Money Forever

There's a reason it went viral on YouTube! These seven habits Ben and Ernie swear by will transform how you handle money. Try one, feel the difference, then stack the rest when you’re ready.

Ernie Reppe

October 16, 2025

Memories Deliver the Highest ROI

The difference between financial responsibility and financial restriction? One leaves room for joy. Emily explores the critical difference.

Emily Hudson

October 24, 2024

Evicting the Ghost: How Simone Used YNAB to Quit Smoking

When smoking started to steal his future, Simone made a bold choice: he removed cigarettes from his spending plan. Discover how using YNAB helped him quit smoking and focus on what matters.

Ben M.

December 30, 2024

You Can Do Big Things!

Ever feel like your money is always riding a unicycle on a high wire? Dive into Erin's practical tips to find your financial balance and tackle big goals with confidence.

Erin Lowell

July 18, 2024

Where is the Money Going to Come From?

What if you could answer the question, “Where is the money going to come from?” every single time? The YNAB Method will show you how!

Ben Barlowe

August 12, 2024

Confronting Your Past

What does loving yourself have to do with money? Well, everything. Learn how to reflect on your past with compassion and look ahead with optimism.

Dan Cayer

July 11, 2024

My Emergency Sunshine Category and 12 Other Ways to Take Care of Yourself with YNAB

Celebrating National Self-Care Day! Learn how to use your YNAB spending plan to support the most important person in your life: YOU.

Emily Hudson

April 5, 2024

Stuck in a Financial Fog? Try this!

Stuck in a financial fog? Learn how to rewire your brain for money joy.

Sarah Schweisthal

February 27, 2024

4 Habits to Eliminate Second-Guessing About Money

Four habits that will eliminate second-guessing and get you thinking differently about money than everyone else!

Ben Barlowe

February 2, 2024

YNAB Glow-Up Challenge: A Week of Health, Wealth, and Wellness

Change your habits, change your life! Try YNAB's free Glow-Up Challenge and watch your financial confidence boom.

Emily Hudson

January 10, 2024

Financial Confidence: This Is Your Year

Discover 9 tips to build the life you deserve by embracing a new money mindset.

Emily Hudson

January 1, 2024

Can YNAB Keep Your House Clean?

Learn how to use YNAB as a reward system and light up your Fun Money category.

Ben Barlowe

November 16, 2023

How to Craft a Simple Weekly Spending Template

Get started on a free plan for a weekly budget template that meets your needs while keeping your financial goals in sight.

Rachel Wong

August 10, 2023

A Late Bloomer's Crash Course In Budgeting

We had no idea how to manage our money, much less get out of debt and grow our savings. But it's never too late...

YNAB

May 23, 2017

How to Make Your Goals Reality

You need a budget. We all do. I say it every week. But what you also need are goals. Essentially, budgeting is all about goals.

YNAB

March 2, 2016

Habit-Building: Change Your Money Mindset Printable & Beyond

Organize your finances and your life with these helpful habit-building tips and our free Change Your Money Mindset printable workbook.

Ashley Lapato

December 29, 2022