The idea of living according to a budget can make plenty of eyes roll. The word itself has a way of conjuring feelings of deprivation and gloom. That's not, however, the way it has to be—or even the ...

If you’re resolving to get in good financial shape, all of your money goals should start with the same thing — a budget. “A family budget is important because it helps to create a plan for how you’re ...

In hindsight, it makes sense that at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic Americans hoarded more money than ever. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) reported that... In hindsight, it ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I am the President of Diversified, a CFP and author. When it comes to budgeting, there’s a broad spectrum of how people like to ...