196 | How To Create A Budget That Works For Your Family And Actually Stick To It

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Today's episode dives into creating and sticking to a budget that is tailored to your family's unique lifestyle, goals and schedule. We debunk the myth of one-size-fits-all budgeting strategies and offer a comprehensive guide for your family's unique needs and lifestyles. Plus, we share the secret to making budgeting easier and more effective so you can actually stick to it.

Key Points Discussed:

1. Budgeting is Not One-Size-Fits-All: Every family is unique, and so should be their budget. Generic templates often fail because they don't consider individual family needs and habits.

2. Our Signature Budget System: We've designed a budget template that's comprehensive yet simple, including a paycheck plan and a checklist for payday. The system is complemented by a course that guides you through the process.

3. Conduct a 90-Day Review: A crucial step is to review your past three months' expenses. This helps in understanding your spending patterns and setting a realistic budget.

4. Five Essential Budget Categories: Our system breaks down your budget into five key areas - Income, Debt, Bills, Spending, and Savings. Each category is tailored to reflect your unique lifestyle and goals.

5. Involving the Family: Budgeting should be a family affair. Discuss with family members to understand their needs and upcoming expenses, such as school trips or sports activities.

6. Adapting to Different Pay Schedules: Your budget should align with how you get paid, whether it's weekly, bi-weekly, or through bonuses. Tailor your budget to fit your income schedule.

7. Setting Goals and Staying Motivated: Having clear financial goals is crucial for sticking to a budget. Visualize your goals to stay focused and avoid impulsive spending.

8. Practical Tips to Stick to Your Budget: Use tools like cash envelopes for accountability, set reminders for budgeting tasks, and separate your money into different accounts for different purposes.

Budgeting doesn't have to be a chore. With the right system and approach, tailored to your family's needs, it can be an empowering and rewarding process.

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1️⃣ Facebook Group – Join the community. Our free group is where the real talk happens. Connect with other women who are learning how to budget, save, and finally feel in control, together. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 

2️⃣ Automate Your Budget Masterclass – Watch it now, no waiting. This FREE on-demand training shows you how to set up a budget that matches your lifestyle, without tracking every dollar or feeling restricted. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/automate 

3️⃣ Budget – Grab our Simplified Budget System! You don’t need another budget, you need a system that does the math, makes the plan, and gives you permission to spend. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/budget 

4️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching – Get a plan and a coach. We’ll build your full budget system together, so you always know what to do and feel confident doing it. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching 

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