So, you failed in your monthly budget. It’s a terrible feeling and yet it happens to us all at one point in time or another. The key is to move forward. Today we’re talking about four steps to take so that you can press on and confidently make progress toward your financial goals - whatever they might be. Sound like something you need? Well then, let’s get started! Next Steps Check out these DIY Resources and Templates Download your FREE Family Budget Worksheet Join the Financial Fix Up Membership Related Podcast Episodes: #13: 5 Savings Funds Every Family Budget Needs #4: How to Cope When ..read more

We’re a little under ten years into our debt payoff journey and today I want to share a few of the mistakes we made so that you might be able to avoid them as you pursue the financial freedom that comes with being debt free. Sound like something you need? Well then, let’s get started. Next Steps Check out these DIY Resources and Templates Download your FREE Family Budget Worksheet Join the Financial Fix Up Membership Related Podcast Episodes: #12: Debt Free Travel: 3 Tips for Your Budget-Friendly Vacation #7: How Much Money Should I Allocate to Paying Down Debt? #3: How to Create the Ideal ..read more

There’s nothing worse than recovering from a medical event only to have a huge medical bill show up and not know how to pay for it. Not to worry - today I’m walking you through five steps to help you figure out what to do next - no panic required. Sound like something you need? Well then, let’s get started. Next Steps Check out these DIY Resources and Templates Download your FREE Family Budget Worksheet Join the Financial Fix Up Membership Related Podcast Episodes: #13: 5 Savings Funds Every Family Budget Needs #4: How to Cope When Your Income Doesn’t Cover Your Necessities #3: How to Crea ..read more

From class parties to school supplies to new clothing and beyond, the cost of sending a kiddo to school can sometimes feel enormous. Today we’re chatting about how a school year line item can save your yearly budget, and I’m giving you the ideas I wish someone had shared with me early on. Sound like something you need? Well then, let’s get started. Next Steps Check out these DIY Resources and Templates Download your FREE Family Budget Worksheet Join the Financial Fix Up Membership Grab Your Financial Fix Up Planner Today with 20% OFF Here’s the deal: in order to achieve your long-term finan ..read more

If just the thought of hosting a small group or gathering in your home has you feeling overwhelmed, today’s episode is for you. I’m sharing nine tips to help you prepare for your upcoming event so that you can be confident and relaxed as you enjoy time spent with family and friends. Sound like something you want? Well then, let’s get started. Next Steps Check out these DIY Resources and Templates Download the Meal Planning Bundle Join the Financial Fix Up Membership Related Podcast Episodes: #13: 5 Savings Funds Every Family Budget Needs #10: How to Avoid the Comparison Trap with Your Fina ..read more

Any married couple knows that one of the hardest things in marriage is dealing with the finances. It doesn’t matter how much money you have (or don’t have) when you get married, trying to figure out how to balance your finances with those of your spouse can result in endless arguments and frustration. The key to getting those finances in order: a budget, and yet, if you aren’t aware of the common budget pitfalls for marriage, even that budget will fail. So, if you’re ready to prevent budget failure - this one's for you! Let’s get started. Next Steps Check out these DIY Resources and Templates ..read more

Creating and sticking to a meal plan can save you tons of time and money, but only if you know how to implement it in a way that works for your family. Today I’m sharing three meal planning strategies I use each and every month to simplify the process and get better results. Sound like something you need? Well then, let’s get started! Next Steps Check out these DIY Resources and Templates Download the Meal Planning Bundle Join the Financial Fix Up Membership Related Podcast Episodes: #8: 3 Simple Ways to Create Your Family Grocery Budget #4: How to Cope When Your Income Doesn’t Cover Your ..read more

Should I pay my kids to do chores? It’s a question I get asked a lot and today I’m sharing our personal experiences with paying kids for chores, why I think it’s beneficial, and how we’ve incorporated it into our family finances as a whole. So, if you want the inside scoop, today’s episode is for you. Let’s get started. Next Steps Check out these DIY Resources and Templates Download your FREE Family Budget Worksheet Join the Financial Fix Up Membership Related Podcast Episodes: #13: 5 Savings Funds Every Family Budget Needs #11: 1 Simple Way to Save Money on School Supplies for Next Year ..read more

If you want a family budget that helps you achieve your debt payoff goals, increase your savings, and just plain feel more freedom financially, then you won’t want to miss today’s episode. We’re chatting about five savings funds every family budget should have in order to be successful long-term. Sound like a plan? Well then, let’s get started. Next Steps Check out these DIY Resources and Templates Download your FREE Family Budget Worksheet Join the Financial Fix Up Membership Related Podcast Episodes: #11: 1 Simple Way to Save Money on School Supplies for Next Year #6: Do You Need to Star ..read more

Unless you already have a sizeable savings account earmarked for travel, you may be wondering how to take that next trip without digging yourself further into debt. Today I’m giving you three tips that we’ve personally used for a budget-friendly vacation with the hope that it’ll encourage and assist you in doing the same. Sound like something you need? Well then, let’s get started. Next Steps Check out How to Fast Track Your Vacation Planning Download your Vacation Budget Planning Worksheet Join the Financial Fix Up Membership Related Podcast Episodes: #10: How to Avoid the Comparison Trap ..read more