Ben Barlowe

You've got budgeting questions, we've got answers. Here are the 10 most frequently asked questions from new YNAB users.

As an adult, it can be hard to maintain a social life when you’re trying to spend less. Check out these ideas for budget-friendly fun.

Lying to your budget is an easy money mistake to make. Improve your finances and your stress level with honesty about your spending.

If you're just starting out, you're no stranger to budgeting challenges. Check out these tips to help you stick to a budget and save more!

Why is budgeting important? Budgeting isn't as boring as it sounds; in fact, it can allow you to take risks that pay off for a lifetime.

Gather around for a story about how Ben paid off his mortgage in six years and how he plans on using that freed-up cash flow to help others.

Wondering if you should build your emergency fund or pay off debt first? Learn the best method for prioritizing competing financial goals.

You may be wondering, "Do I need a savings account?" Well, we've got the answer and the budget-based reasoning to back up our theory.

If you don't know how to manage your savings account in your budget, we lay it all out here. Spoiler: it's really not that complicated.

If money is tight and you have to borrow money right now, it can be confusing where to turn to for help. See your best options for borrowing money.

Here's how to pay off debt fast (and stay out of debt for good). We've got five tips (tip number one is the secret sauce) to supercharge your debt paydown.

When my kids found out that Disney World existeded, I had to mull over what their happiness meant for my budget (wait, that would make them happy right?)...