Video on Budgeting
Length: 3:33 Description: Step by step guide on building a budget.
"A budget is a plan you write down to decide how you will spend your money each month. It helps you make sure you will have enough money every month." - Definition from Consumer.gov
- Budgeting 101: How to Create a BudgetUsing the 50/30/20* budget rule as a guide to building your budget.
- How to Choose the Right Budget SystemFinding the best budget system for yourself.
- Google Sheet Budget SpreadsheetsBudget sheet templates from Google.
- Personal Budget Excel SpreadsheetExcel Budget Spreadsheet templates.
- Budget Worksheethas an embedded calculator that does the math for you as you fill it out.
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Mint AppMint is a free, safe, and simple budget tool. Track spending, investments, credit score and more.
Cost: Free.
Availability: iOS, Android.
PocketGuardShows how much money is available after accounting for bills, spending and savings goal contributions. It updates as you spend.
Cost: Free.
Availability: iOS, Android.
PrismAllows users to see their account balances and bills on one platform. Bills can be paid directly from the app or scheduled for payment later. The service sends impending due date and payment confirmation notifications.
Cost: Free.
Availability: iOS, Android, Windows Phone, Windows 8, Kindle.
AlbertKeeps track of all of your accounts and provides actionable, easy-to-understand recommendations for improving your financial health.
Cost: Free.
Availability: iOS.
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