The Budget Mom

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A life you love on a budget you can afford.

Here on TBM®, I provide you with simple, easy-to-follow solutions to help you budget your money, pay off debt, save more, and crush your financial goals. But more than that, I give you the tools to start doing the things that matter most to you, on a budget that actually works!

BUDGETING

Nothing is more important than setting up a budget. Find tips on how to create a realistic budget, how-to posts that cover different methods, guides on how to stick to your budget, and tips on how to make budgeting easier.

Military Families: Budgeting for a PCS Move

How Your Payment Method Can Cost You 83% (And How to Fix It)

The Lifestyle Inflation Trap — And How to Avoid It

A Closer Look at Spending Based on Income Rather Than Net Worth

How to Avoid Budget Burnout: 5 Tips to Stay the Course

What is Your Starting Balance & Why Does It Matter for Your Budget?

4 Surprising Ways to Master Your Money with the Cashless Envelope System
4 Surprising Ways to Master Your Money with the Cashless Envelope System Read more
Revolutionize your budgeting with this guide on the digital cash envelope system. Master mindful spending and savings in a cashless world.
Budget Tune-Up: Know When to Adjust Your Limits
Budget Tune-Up: Know When to Adjust Your Limits Read more
Discover budget tune-up secrets to revamp your finances! Follow our easy guide to adjust category limits & stay on track for a brighter financial future.
Budgeting When You’re Behind on Bills: A Survival Guide
Budgeting When You’re Behind on Bills: A Survival Guide Read more
Learn how to create a monthly budget, catch up on bills, improve your credit score and regain control of your finances with our practical tips and psychological hacks.
4 Simple Tricks to Stick to Your Grocery Budget
4 Simple Tricks to Stick to Your Grocery Budget Read more
Discover four money-saving tips to help you stay on budget, reduce food waste, and never overspend at the grocery store again. Try these strategies today!
How to Adjust Your Budget for Inflation
How to Adjust Your Budget for Inflation Read more
While we can’t control inflation, there are steps you can take to modify your budget. Below are several strategies on how you can adjust your budget accordingly.
9 Common Car Buying Mistakes to Avoid
9 Common Car Buying Mistakes to Avoid Read more
If you’re on the market for a car, being a savvy shopper can save you money, headaches, and unnecessary stress. Here’s what you need to know!
Income Inequality Can Be Between Spouses, Too: Here are 7 Strategies to Handle It
Income Inequality Can Be Between Spouses, Too: Here are 7 Strategies to Handle It Read more
While marriage is about teamwork, there’s something that makes money incredibly sensitive and personal. Here’s how to combine finances in a thoughtful way.
How to Budget When Moving Out for the First Time
How to Budget When Moving Out for the First Time Read more
As nerve wracking as this time can be, remember that moving away from home is also a time of opportunity and growth, even in your financial life!
9 Tips to Adjust Your Budget for Inflation
9 Tips to Adjust Your Budget for Inflation Read more
What makes inflation so financially damaging is that for most of us, our incomes remain stagnant while costs skyrocket around us. Here’s what you can do!
Budgeting Tips for Single Parents: 7 Ways to Succeed With Your Money
Budgeting Tips for Single Parents: 7 Ways to Succeed With Your Money Read more
Wondering how to budget as a single parent? Learn the seven steps to manage your money and improve your financial situation.
5 Tips for a Financially Fresh Start
5 Tips for a Financially Fresh Start Read more
Have you ever wished that you could start over financially? Wouldn’t your financial life be easier if you could have a fresh start with what you know now?
Newly Widowed: Tips for Dealing with Tough Financial Decisions
Newly Widowed: Tips for Dealing with Tough Financial Decisions Read more
When the death of a spouse happens, it is often a harrowing experience in more ways than one. Here are tips to deal with the emotional and financial fallout.
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