The 50/30/20 rule is a popular budgeting method… but does it actually work, especially when juggling real-life financial responsibilities, career goals, and family needs?

Let’s break down the rule, explore what it looks like in real life, and talk about when it works… and when it might not.

When I first decided to get serious about our finances, it wasn’t about restriction, it was about alignment. Cutting back wasn’t about punishment; it was about choosing better.

Here are 10 things I stopped buying to free up over $500 a month—without sacrificing our values or joy.

Have you ever found yourself halfway through the month, wondering how your paycheck disappeared so fast?

This simple tool can change the way your money flows and bring so much more peace to your finances.

If you’re the primary money organizer, you know the emotional load that can come with that. This routine keeps things clear, consistent, and collaborative. It also helps us make values-based decisions instead of reactive ones.

Here’s the exact process we use—and how you can create a monthly money routine that works for your family too.

Struggling to stick to your budget? With a little grace and a few practical tweaks, you can press reset on your finances and create a plan that actually works for your real life.

If you’ve ever thought, “Why isn’t this budget working?”—this post is for you.

Sinking funds are a proactive money saving strategy that helps you plan ahead for those irregular costs that tend to catch us off guard.

Here we’ll explore common items families might allocate funds for, and provide practical steps to implement this strategy in your budgeting routine.

A family budget should support your life… not shrink it.

If you’re looking for family budgeting tips that don’t leave you feeling deprived, you’re in the right place.

Let’s talk about how to create a budget that keeps your household running smoothly and leaves room for joy, fun, and flexibility.

If you feel like budgeting is restrictive, it may be because you're missing the most important part: categories that reflect your whole life.

Let’s break down five essential personal budget categories every woman should include in her monthly expenses list—plus the two most-overlooked categories that can change everything.

Managing your money is tied to your values, your mindset, and your heart—and your faith can be a powerful guide in how you earn, spend, give, and grow.

Let’s explore a few key biblical principles that can help shape your money habits with peace and purpose.

Healthy money management can bring you closer with the right mindset (and a simple system you can stick to).

Here's how you and your partner can start budgeting to thrive together—without the stress.

You do not have to be a finance expert to manage your money well. Let’s walk through the steps to start a budget that feels totally doable, not absolutely dreadful.