Part 1: Welcome to the Thriving Budget Essentials Course!

Welcome to the Thriving Budget Essentials Course! In this course, we will teach you how to budget successfully and make budgeting a consistent and adaptable habit in your life. This course is perfect for anyone who wants to take control of their finances and achieve financial freedom.

Throughout the course, we will discuss why budgeting is so important and how it can help you make intentional decisions with your money. We'll also provide you with tools and techniques that will help you maintain a consistent and adaptable budget, including spreadsheets, budget planners, and free apps like EveryDollar.

You'll learn how to stick to your budget and save more money by creating a reasonable fun money category, rolling over unspent money to save for bigger expenses, and paying off debt. We'll also show you how to budget based on your type of income and plan meals to reduce your grocery bill. Finally, we'll discuss how to plan for larger expenses like house projects or vacations using either an envelope system or auto-debit into an extra savings account.

By the end of this course, you'll have the necessary tools and knowledge to take control of your finances, make intentional decisions with your money, and thrive in your budget. So, whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your budgeting skills, the Thriving Budget Essentials Course is the perfect place to start.