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  • Basics
  • Saving
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  • Debt
  • Insights
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  • Free Tools
    • Mortgage Affordability Calculator
    • Mortgage Refinance Calculator
    • Retirement Investment Calculator
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    • Subscription Savings Finder
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Budgeting

Straightforward, beginner-focused tips for building a budget that actually works. This section breaks down different budgeting methods, shows how to plan around real expenses, and helps you get more intentional with every dollar. If you’ve struggled to stick to a budget or don’t know where to start, these articles will walk you through it step by step.

How to Survive the Holidays When You’re Broke (45 Tips!)

by Jesse

If you are broke for the holidays or just trying to keep your spending under control, you are not alone. This mega list gives you … Read more

Categories Budgeting, Insights

Why Am So I Bad With Money? (9 Possible Reasons)

by Jesse

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why am I bad with money?” – don’t worry, you’re not alone. A lot of people feel that way, especially … Read more

Categories Basics, Budgeting

Low Income Budget Example ($2,000/mo)

by Jesse

In this article I show you a simple low income budget example. I’ll be using a $2,000 monthly income as the baseline, which would reflect … Read more

Categories Budgeting

Hi, my name's Jesse. I built this site to share free finance tools and tips with people after dealing with my own money struggles, then recovering from them. Just honest answers to real-world questions. Check out one of my free tools or search through the articles while you're here.

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