From scooping up swimwear to saving money on Father’s Day gifts, here’s what you should buy — and a few things you should hold off on — while shopping in June. Buy: Swimwear Add swimwear to your “to buy” list. Why? Retailers typically discount swimsuits just before the weather heats up. Victoria’s Secret, for example, […]
A monthly budget is like Google Maps for your finances: You follow it because you don’t know where you’re going without it. If you’re new to budgeting, don’t be discouraged by a few — or many — wrong turns and closed roads along the way. The longer you stick with it, the better you get. […]
What Is a Budget? A budget is a money plan showing your income and expenses. You can use a budgeting app or spreadsheet to track your monthly or weekly spending for each line item against your plan. A good budget includes saving money, no matter what your income level. That’s how you get ahead and […]
Can You Survive 10 Days of Budgeting? If you need to wrangle your budget, it may be time to consider a savings challenge. Our 10-Day Savings Challenge will teach you how to make your money work for you with a high-yield savings account, stop overpaying on Amazon, earn money for trying out apps or watching […]
Budgeting can feel like enough of a challenge on its own when you try to use multiple spreadsheets and manual calculations. Using a budgeting app to help track multiple income sources and spending can provide some relief through automation. Not only can you track your finances, but you and your partner can also work together […]
Full Reviews of The Top Budgeting Apps in 2025 Cleo: Best for Fun Engagement The AI-powered financial assistant that was founded in 2016 makes budgeting less boring. Get your recommendations in a light-hearted manner or go for the “roast mode” that humorously calls out overspending. The app can help you track your spending, set budgeting goals […]
💸 Money Rule #1: Saving Won’t Make You Rich—Investing Will Most of us grow up being told to “save your money,” as if that alone is the path to wealth. And while saving is important, here’s the real truth: saving alone won’t make you rich—investing will. If your money is just sitting in a checking […]
Getting in shape requires making a decision and a commitment to putting in the work. It also takes an investment — in time and often in money. Choosing a gym can be a very personal decision. The location might be important to you. You may want a gym you pass on your normal commute so […]