Budget Management

Hi, I'm Lisa, and I want to give the word 'budget' a makeover! For most people, the very thought of budgeting makes them want to run a mile. It suggests restriction, going without and only buying the cheapest of the cheap. But at its best, budgeting can mean making smart decisions, planning your spending carefully and having plenty left over for treats. It was only during the December 2021 lockdown that I came across the phenomenon of 'cash-stuffing' on TikTok, where you withdraw your spending money weekly or monthly and divvy it up into sections of a binder.

From the money nerds behind the award-winning Stacking Benjamins podcast, a new kind of personal finance book to get your house in order. Rich. Wealthy. Well-heeled. Moneyed. Affluent. Not bad—but why not get Stacked instead? If you’ve ever dreamed of a basic philosophy of money that’ll...

In The Simplest Guide to Financial Literacy for Young Adults, Ethan Davi makes money management easy to understand and even easier to apply—no jargon, no fluff, just what you need to take control of your future.

In this revelatory memoir, the former CEO of Sonic challenges established thinking, offering counterintuitive career advice essential for every professional at all levels, whether you're just starting out or in the middle of your career. In his bestselling Outliers, Malcolm Gladwell introduced...

Financial advisor Emily G. Stroud knows that money can be one of the great causes of stress in life--but that it doesn't have to be that way. Faithful Finance offers ten life-changing secrets to help you find financial freedom. Many of us feel overwhelmed and ill-equipped to deal with our...

The popular TODAY financial editor Jean Chatzky helps you navigate through the critical challenges and potential catastrophes of personal finance.You've just lost your job. You've got a baby on the way. Your parent has had a stroke. Most people seek financial help not because they're planning...

In Cash in a Flash: Fast Money in Slow Times, two of the most successful entrepreneurs in the country share the recipe for wealth that will show you how to turn that dream into a reality now–no matter what your current circumstances or the economic climate. Using the bestselling “two books...

Secure a stress-free retirement without sacrificing your current lifestyle. What if you could enjoy your golden years with complete financial peace of mind? This straightforward guide breaks down retirement strategies into manageable, actionable steps anyone can follow.

Let me teach you how to save money! Whether you have a very modest income and don’t believe it’s possible for you to save, or you make decent money but still spend everything you make, this book can help you. If you follow the lessons you learn here, you can completely change your life.

Savage Teen Money Skills is your comprehensive guide to financial empowerment. It makes financial literacy practical, actionable, and fun as you move towards adulthood. Saving for college or a big purchase, managing summer job income, or learning to budget, this book has you covered.

Personal finance expert and founder of FirstGenLiving offers practical, actionable financial advice tailored to the circumstances and values specific to first-generation young professionals. Always Have Enough offers a pathway to creating wealth, written for those doing it for the first time...

Unlock the power of financial independence in just 10 easy steps, even if you've never managed a dollar before! Do you ever feel overwhelmed by money matters, unsure of how to start saving, or confused about budgeting basics? Is the thought of managing finances stressing you out, especially when everyone around seems to have it figured out? Do you want to gain financial independence but feel like there’s no clear guide tailored just for you? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you’re not alone.

Going beyond just giving advice, Lisa Porter explores the why behind spending habits, the psychology of money, and more. You'll understand how to make changes that will last, even if you've tried in the past and failed. In How to Manage Your Money Like an Adult in 7 Easy Steps, here is just a fraction of what you will discover: seven practical steps to help you manage your money, the benefits of a gig economy, how the 50/30/20 rule can help you, homeownership versus renting, good and bad debt, signs you're not saving enough, why the FIRE strategy may be the answer, and more.

Do you spend on a lot of junk that doesn’t make you happy? Does money bring anxiety, stress, and debt into your life? If your savings account is nonexistent and you have no idea where your hard-earned money is going, it’s time to redefine your spending habits.

Get ready to take a holistic approach when managing your money and building that wealth nest egg that only a small percentage of Americans get to enjoy as they age. In this audiobook, you’ll be guided on how to take your financial situation and decompress it in such a way that allows you to reconnect only the most important elements of your finances which will surely assist in your renewed managerial skill set over money. Within this audiobook, you will also find real-life, relevant tips and tricks geared toward helping you understand that learned behavior isn’t always correct.

This book presents solutions for two major problems in our consumer society: (1) how to downsize your cravings without having to sacrifice the fun stuff, and (2) how to whip your finances into shape and follow a personalized budget. This is not a get rich quick book. But I can promise day-by-day, month-by-month, you'll budget better and become richer as a consequence. Regardless of how much your income is we'll find a way to budget, save, and increase your net worth.

Budgeting is one of the most important skills to your financial freedom. People either do or don't know how to budget. It's not taught in schools effectively, and most books only give band-aid solutions to help you budget. Don't waste any more time being broke and not knowing why. This audiobook has all the tools needed for a better financial future for you and your family.

Aren’t you tired of never knowing whether or not your money is going to last you to the end of the month? Chances are that you’re already all too familiar with asking friends or relatives for a couple of bucks. You’re not alone in this predicament. Some shocking reports suggest that 74 percent of all employees have no emergency savings and are entirely dependent on their paycheck.

We live in a culture of consumerism. We are constantly told buying more products will improve our quality of life and bring us happiness. However, out of the madness of mass consumerism, a new trend is developing. This new trend emphasizes “less is more” and people who follow it strive to live their best life with as little as possible. This trend is called minimalism.

No matter how much money you earn, it’s always going to feel like it’s never enough. Why? Because you’re not the one who is in control of your finances. That’s what happens when we live a life without a budget. There’s no guidance, no framework, no reliable source to turn to which ensures we’re doing what we should be doing with our money. What if you knew that the secret to financial freedom all came down to simply having a budget? This audiobook is going to take a deep-dive into everything you need to set you up for a successful financial future by using a budget.