It's not the subject matter…it's how it's taught I enjoy the playful way you teach about basic budgeting. I think it's something that many people, myself included, miss growing up. People say you are just testing basic zero dollar budgeting, but it's not what you teach it's how. For the first time in a while I feel like I can rest any goal if I plan accordingly using your methods. You often say freedom comes from restriction and it can be surprising where and how extra money comes from in a budget. I can attest to that.

I def needed a budget The web app and iOS app work very intuitively. They're constantly pushing out updates. They've spawned a community centered around budget tips and tricks. They even have a robust video series to help you develop your own budget. As a bartender, income and expenses can be very hard to track. YNAB helped me build security into my budget by keeping track of where my money was going. I owe a great deal of my peace of mind to the convenience YNAB has contributed to my life.

Better Than Envelope System I have used and planned on returning to the "envelope system" and the first day, we went to a concert that was cashless. So, I started my search for something similar and came upon YNAB through Nick from Mapped Out Money. It took a bit of getting used to but now I ADORE IT. My husband lost his job over a year ago and I have never had as much money as I do right now. Those "surprise" expenses that used to derail me, are now taken care of without a second thought. An example is a credit card fee, I had been putting a few bucks aside for a year and when it hit, it was immediately paid for already. I have never lived life like this and now have a category to gift it to our nieces and nephews when they get older.

I love YNAB I love YNAB. It is like the old fashioned way of budgeting by putting cash in envelopes for each budget item, but way easier. It helps me see where my money is going and where I am overspending. It pushes me to make choices of what I want to fund. I have to make priorities. There are still some parts/functions of YNAB I don’t fully understand/use. Some parts can be confusing, but you can still get going in meantime.

The last budgeting app you’ll need YNAB has completely changed the way I budget! It is the most transparent and effective method to budget in my opinion. I know exactly how much money I spend in any given month and can predict how much I’ll spend later. YNAB has paid for itself tenfold in the peace of mind it gives me!