Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Financial Coaching for Women: How To Budget, Manage Money, Pay Off Debt, Save Money, Paycheck Plans
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| The Money Makeover Bootcamp Is Back for 2026 and Here’s Why It Works | 497 | 10 Dec 2025 | 00:13:06 | |
Curious? Watch Our Money Makeover Bootcamp! Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! If you’ve been listening to the podcast and thinking, “I get it… but how do I actually do this?”, this episode is for you. In this episode of Financial Coaching for Women, Shana and Vanessa break down why the Money Makeover Bootcamp exists, how it’s different from just listening to podcast episodes, and why it’s the fastest way to build real momentum with your money heading into 2026. This conversation walks through what actually changes when you stop relying on willpower and start using a system that runs in the background of your life. If you make good money but still feel stuck starting over each month, this episode explains why more information isn’t the answer and what kind of structure actually leads to consistency. In this episode, we answer questions like: • What the Money Makeover Bootcamp is and who it’s designed for • Why budgeting systems fail when they rely on motivation instead of structure • How separating and automating your money reduces stress and decision fatigue • What makes this bootcamp different from free content or traditional budgeting advice • How the bootcamp supports you step by step instead of overwhelming you Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. | |||
| Why You Keep Overspending Even With a Budget With Katy Wells | 498 | 12 Dec 2025 | 00:40:30 | |
Curious? Watch Our Money Makeover Bootcamp! Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! Budget besties, this one’s gonna hit home...literally. We’re joined by the incredible Katy Wells, decluttering expert, podcast host of The Maximize Minimalist, and author of the upcoming book Make Home Your Happy Place. If you’ve ever looked around your house and thought “I cannot deal with this today,” this episode is your reset button. 🙌 We dive deep into:
Katy’s philosophy of holistic decluttering will have you rethinking your relationship with stuff—and how it's all connected to your finances, your energy, and your peace of mind. ✨ Plus, she shares how to set up a “donation station” (game changer), use clutter audits that take less than a minute, and why you don’t have to wait until your kids grow up to feel good in your home. In this episode, we cover:
Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching Connect with kathy: Katy’s book Make Home Your Happy Place is available for pre-order now and is packed with everything we talked about (and more). It’s not just a book—it’s your companion through the mess, mindset, and magic of creating a home that works for you. 💛 Links & Resources 📚 Pre-order Katy’s book + get the bonuses: https://www.katyjoywells.com 🎧 Listen to The Maximized Minimalist podcast 📸 Follow Katy on IG: @katyjoywells This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. | |||
| The Problem With Biweekly Mortgage Payments and Acorns That Nobody Talks About | 488 | 19 Nov 2025 | 00:10:36 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! Today, we’re bringing you another round of real-life stories and real-life lessons straight from our private coaching sessions. Because if our clients are dealing with it… chances are you are too. Our goal? To help you avoid the same mistakes, feel less alone, and walk away with practical wins you can use today in your budget. Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| We Accidentally Started a Podcast...400 Episodes and 1 Million Plays Later | 400 | 28 Apr 2025 | 00:32:41 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! 🎉 400 EPISODES. 1 MILLION PLAYS. 5th BUSINESS BIRTHDAY. 🎉 We accidentally started a podcast… Now here we are: 400 episodes, over 1,000,000 plays, and a business we LOVE. 😍 Today, we're pulling back the curtain: 👉 How the podcast started with yoga mats and umbrellas 🙈 👉 How we juggled multiple businesses before niching down 👉 The turning points that changed EVERYTHING (shoutout Stefanie Gass + Brand Builders Group!) 👉 How we built clear offers, real work hours, and a business that's finally FUN again From rat poop to a million plays... 😂 It’s been a wild ride—and we're just getting started! 🩷 Thanks for being part of our story. Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| Stay-at-Home Mom Budget: How to Keep Investing on One Income | 399 | 25 Apr 2025 | 00:15:22 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! Budget Besties, grab your coffee and your confidence — because this episode is all about stepping into your power as the CFO of your home, even if you’re not bringing in a paycheck. 💪 We’re joined by one of our favorite budget nerd mamas (in the BEST way), who’s sharing her journey from infertility-driven sacrifice to stay-at-home motherhood — and now stepping into the next big financial chapter: planning for retirement on one income. We’re talking:
🧠 What You’ll Learn:
Budgeting isn't just about managing expenses. It's about owning your future. And yes, mama — even while wrangling toddlers and squeezing in grocery trips between naps, you can absolutely be building wealth. Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| How to Stop Using Credit Cards When You Make Good Money But Still Feel Broke | 398 | 23 Apr 2025 | 00:18:05 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! Whew, Budget Besties — this episode is full of real talk and real wins from our coaching clients. From Nashville tattoo artists to newlyweds trying to merge finances without losing their minds, we’re covering it all in today’s behind-the-scenes episode of what it really looks like to get your money life together. We’re walking through: 💸 Making sense of cash-heavy businesses (yes, even $6K/month in cash!) 🏡 Homemaking budgets and why "making a house a home" is a line item 📱How to untangle Amazon charges (spoiler: you can assign cards by category!) 🧾 Organizing messy savings and crushing debt with clarity 💑 Blending finances as a couple — even when one of you has debt and the other doesn’t Because budgeting is not about judgment. It’s about creating a system that works for your real life. Whether you’re:
We’ve got you. 🧠 This episode is full of coaching gold:
This is what financial clarity looks like: one small, consistent, empowered step at a time. 🧡 Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| Why Budgeting Matters for Every Woman—In Every Era of Her Life, and What It Looks Like in Every Season of Womanhood from Teenager to Newlywed to Retirement | 397 | 21 Apr 2025 | 00:31:24 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! Hey, Budget Besties! 💛 Today we’re taking you on a money journey through every season of a woman’s life — from those first babysitting paychecks to living your best bougie grandma life. 🛍️👵🏽✨ Why? Because budgeting matters at every single stage. And when you know what to expect (and how to plan for it), you can build the confident, abundant life you deserve. We’re diving into:
Throughout each era, we’re keeping it real about how your budget needs to shift, what habits you need to build (spoiler: savings buckets forever 🪣), and how to use your money with intention instead of living paycheck to paycheck (no matter how much you make!). 🧠 Lessons You’ll Learn:
You're not behind, bestie. Whatever stage you're in—you've got time, you've got options, and you've got us cheering you on! 🎉 Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| The Step-by-Step System for Budgeting When Your Paychecks Change Every Month | 396 | 18 Apr 2025 | 00:20:41 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! Hey, budget besties! 💖 Today we’re chatting with Andrea, who's right in the middle of a BIG life transition — new marriage, three kids headed to Brazil for a year (!), and full-time camper living while her husband travels for work as a union electrician. 🚐✨ Andrea’s done all the things — tried The Budget Mom, dabbled in Dave Ramsey — but sticking to a budget? THAT’S the struggle. Especially now with a fluctuating income and a whole new way of life. We walk Andrea through how to set up a money system that works for real life — not just the life you plan in pretty colors and fancy spreadsheets. 🎨📊 Here's what we tackled:
This conversation is full of real-life feels, practical tips, and lots of encouragement for anyone who's ready to turn a season of transition into a season of financial empowerment. 🌟 We want you to hear this loud and clear: you don’t have to be perfect. You just have to get your system in place and let it work for you — even when life gets wild. Mentioned in the Episode:
Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| Money Lessons from Real Clients: Emergency Funds, Paycheck Planning, Mom Guilt Breakthroughs & Business Wins | 395 | 16 Apr 2025 | 00:14:43 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! Budget Besties, this one’s for everyone who’s ever thought, “Why does it feel like everything is hitting all at once?” 😵💫 In this episode, Shana and Vanessa are sharing real stories from coaching clients who are pushing through real life – emergency room visits, broken fingers, college costs, tragic losses, and even tangled-up business budgets. But through it all, we’re celebrating the small (and major) wins, like… ✨ Surviving back-to-back emergencies without going into debt ✨ Paying taxes on time for the first time EVER ✨ Learning how to finally get your paycheck-to-spending transfer right ✨ Changing money mindsets (even when you feel “behind”) ✨ Creating steady income from side hustles – campers, Jeeps, and salon chairs, oh my! This episode is a warm reminder that if you feel like you’re struggling just to stay on top of your budget—you’re not alone. Life is expensive, but that doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong. You’re learning. You’re adjusting. You’re moving forward. 🙌🏽 Whether you're starting over at 50, trying to untangle your biz finances, or figuring out how not to be broke every other week, we’re breaking it all down with compassion and clarity. Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| Why Budgeting Apps Aren’t Fixing Your Money Problems and What to Do Instead | 394 | 14 Apr 2025 | 00:12:10 | |
Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| How to Handle IRS Debt, Timeshares and Paycheck Stress | 393 | 11 Apr 2025 | 00:22:19 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! Heyyy, budget besties! 🙌 We’ve got a juicy one for y’all today. In this coaching call episode, we chat with the lovely Lindsay, who came to us with alllll the questions we know so many of you are also wrestling with. From IRS debt and credit cards to timeshares and life insurance policies—whew, we cover it all. Lindsay and her husband are both small biz owners with some financial complexity (hi, inconsistent income 👋), and they’re ready to finally get a plan that works for their real life. And yes, she’s already started creating her spending accounts—claps all around. 🎉 Here's what we cover in this episode:
We got into some real talk about why planning your money ahead of time—especially on payday—helps you move forward without the stress spiral. And you know we’re always here to remind you that it's okay to make it work your way. You don’t have to follow every “rule” to the letter to see big changes. Golden Nugget 💡 “You can’t make progress if you’re constantly stuck in indecision. Pick a plan, stick with it, and give yourself the freedom to tweak it as you go.” Whether you're juggling business and personal budgets, questioning that life insurance policy you signed up for years ago, or trying to dig out of IRS and credit card debt—you’re not alone. We see you, and we’re cheering you on. Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| A Perfect(ish) Chat About Time, Money & Ditching the Holiday Hangover | 392 | 09 Apr 2025 | 00:33:43 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! Hey budget besties! 💸 We’re back with a replay of one of our faves—a fun, real, and ridiculously helpful convo with our girl Kali from the Perfect-ish Podcast. We got together to talk about that post-holiday money fog (aka the holiday hangover), and how to kick off 2025 with clarity, confidence, and a budget system that actually works. 🎉 Whether your receipts are still crumpled at the bottom of your purse or you're just ready to break the cycle of starting strong and fizzling out, this episode is packed with simple steps to help you finally feel in control of your time and money—without burnout, shame, or boring spreadsheets. 🙅♀️ Let’s talk separate spending accounts (yes, you can have more than one checking account), budgeting that runs automatically, and how to fund your life and your future—with room for coffee dates, family fun, and bougie gifts too. ✨ In this episode, we cover:
Takeaway? You don’t need to restrict your life to get your money right. You just need a system that matches your lifestyle, your goals, and your values. Let’s do it together, bestie. Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| Digital Cash Stuffing: How to Use Auto Transfers Instead of Cash Envelopes | 391 | 07 Apr 2025 | 00:13:27 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! Cash stuffing is cute and all — we see the TikToks too 👀 — and while we do love the intention behind it, we also know a lot of us don’t have time (or the desire) to carry cash everywhere. In this episode, Shana and Vanessa are breaking down the why behind the popularity of cash stuffing — the visual appeal, the sense of control, the fun little binders (we see you, stationery girlies 💅) — and giving you a level-up version that works for your real life. ✨ Introducing: Digital Cash Stuffing Yep, same concept, same budgeting structure, but done with your bank app. You’ll learn how to:
Whether you’re saving for a volleyball tournament, a bougie vacation, or just your weekly groceries — we’ve got you. You can still have the same intentionality, accountability, and fun without the ATM runs. This is budgeting for your busy, boss-level life. 💻✨ Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| How to Afford Christmas Without the Credit Card Regret | 487 | 17 Nov 2025 | 00:52:38 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! In this replay, we’re taking you back to a powerful holiday episode where we teamed up with the amazing Anna from the It's About Time Podcast! If Christmas tends to sneak up on you (and your wallet), this one’s a must-listen. We're sharing our best-kept secrets for cash flowing Christmas, ditching the credit cards, and yes—still being bougie on a budget 🎁✨ We break down:
Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| Healing Your Money Story: How Shan Wright Found Peace Through Faith and Finances | 390 | 04 Apr 2025 | 00:30:42 | |
Visit Shan's Website! Check out her podcast Holistic Moms! Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! Budget besties, you are not ready for the realness and healing in this one! 💸✨ We sat down with their friend Shan Wright, a holistic wellness coach, mama of four, and all-around truth-speaker, to talk about something we all wrestle with at some point: our relationship with the B word… yep, the budget. Shan takes us through her powerful journey from full-on avoidance and anxiety to experiencing peace and partnership around money. She shares how childhood experiences, emotional baggage, and even spiritual healing shaped the way she saw money—and how she reprogrammed her mindset and rewrote her money story, with faith and accountability leading the way. 🙌 We dive into:
This is for every bestie who’s ever thought, “I’m just not good with money” or “It’s too late to change.” Spoiler alert: it’s not too late, and you can do this. 🛠️ Two key takeaways:
✨ Want more Shan? Find her at theshanwright.com, check out her Facebook group for holistic moms, and listen to her podcast, Holistic Moms—she’s the real deal, y’all. 💬 Favorite Quotes: “When you're letting your spouse handle all the money, it's like letting one parent do all the parenting.” – Shana “Obedience precedes the miracle. I didn’t know what would come from healing my finances—but I knew I needed to obey.” – Shan “The truth might sound like a lie at first. That’s how you know you're pulling out the old weeds.” – Shan 📲 Let’s Be Social: Hey budget besties—has money ever made you anxious? Did anything Shan said hit right where it hurts (in the best way)? DM us, or tag us in your biggest a-ha moments from this episode! And remember: we don’t have to carry this alone. Financial healing is possible—and it can actually be fun when we do it together. ❤️🩹💵 Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| Busy Mom Budget: How to Simplify, Separate and Automate Your Money | 389 | 02 Apr 2025 | 00:16:15 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! Listen, budget besties—we know you want to be good with your money… but you don’t want to track every single transaction like it’s your side hustle. Good news? YOU 👏 DON’T 👏 HAVE 👏 TO. This episode is your permission slip to let go of complicated budgeting systems that take hours to manage. If you’ve ever said, “I want to get better with my money, but I’m just too busy,” this one’s for you. Whether you’re chasing kids, chasing deadlines, or chasing a volleyball tournament like us (seriously, we’re recording this between matches), we’re breaking down our Set It and Forget It method that actually works—without requiring a spreadsheet obsession or 12 new apps. This is budgeting made simple, automatic, and dare we say… fun. 🙌 Here’s what we cover in this episode: 💸 Why traditional budgeting feels like a chore (spoiler alert: too many categories and perfectionism pressure) ⏰ Why you don’t need to spend hours tracking expenses to be good with money 🙅♀️ The real reason being “busy” shouldn’t stop you from budgeting—and how to work with it, not against it 🧠 How to automate your bills so they literally pay themselves 📥 Why getting one paycheck ahead is the key to autopay success 📲 Using your banking app as your personal assistant (no, really) 💰 Setting up automatic transfers for spending and savings—so you never forget and never fall behind 🛍️ Creating spending accounts that do the tracking for you (bye receipts and budget guilt!) 🧾 Why tracking every single dollar isn’t the flex you think it is—and how simplicity leads to success ✨ Real client wins: From Excel chaos to paying off $50K in debt (with vacations and cash Christmas too!) Our 3-Step “Set It and Forget It” Budget System:
Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| How to Build Your April Budget (Without Forgetting the Easter Candy or Summer Camps!) | 388 | 31 Mar 2025 | 00:21:58 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! Budget besties… It’s time. 👏 April is charging in fast and we’re not letting it catch us off guard. In this episode, we’re making your April 2025 budget with you, step by step. Whether this is your first month finally sticking to a budget or you’ve been riding strong all year, we’re walking through every piece of the process—from closing out March to planning paycheck by paycheck. This isn’t just a checklist—it’s a full-on mindset shift. Because real talk? Even we forget things like Halloween costumes sometimes (it happens!). These episodes are here to jog your memory, bring the energy, and get you feeling clear and confident about your money. 💰✨ Here’s what we walk through together: ✅ How to close out March the right way (and why it's non-negotiable) ✅ What to update: debt balances, minimums, phone bills (hello, surprise hikes) ✅ Setting up your April income and listing only the minimum debt payments ✅ Planning for bills with due dates—mortgage, daycare, Netflix, and everything in between ✅ Getting real about spending categories like gas, groceries, and pocket money ✅ Choosing your savings priorities (yep, summer’s around the corner ☀️) ✅ Month-specific stuff: Easter, birthdays, and even the random “Let’s get a dog!” spring purchases ✅ Using our signature Paycheck Plan to automate and simplify your entire budget ✅ Setting monthly goals that keep your momentum going—whether that’s paying off Chase with your tax refund or finally getting one paycheck ahead You’ll leave this episode with a full game plan, and the confidence that you’re not missing a thing. So grab your template or open up your notes, hit pause when you need to, and let’s build that budget together. Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| Paycheck Plan Help: Biweekly Paychecks, Mortgage Confusion and Monthly Bills | 387 | 28 Mar 2025 | 00:15:25 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! In this super relatable lightning-round session, Shana and Vanessa walk Kathleen through the budget fog that so many of us have faced—especially when it comes to biweekly paychecks and split mortgage payments. Spoiler: it’s not just you... this stuff gets confusing real fast! 💸 What We Covered:
🔥 Bestie Takeaways:
Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| Budgeting Without the Baggage: Fun, Freedom & Finances with Your Budget Besties | 386 | 26 Mar 2025 | 00:33:16 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! Hey Budget Besties! 👋 We’re throwing it back to one of our favorite convos with our girl Tracy Hoth over on The Organized Coach Podcast. If the words “budget” and “finances” make you wanna hit pause, stick with us—we’re making it fun, shame-free, and maybe even a little bougie. 💅 In this episode, we chat with Tracy about:
We’re sharing how our clients go from “I don’t know where my money is going” to “We just saved $20K in six months,” and why financial clarity is the ultimate flex. 💻 Want to know more about our personalized budget templates, group coaching, or our six-month coaching packages? This episode gives you a peek into the magic of working with us. No more financial overwhelm. Just systems, simplicity, and space to dream a little bigger. Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| The 5 Budgeting Basics That Make Money Management Easy—Without Tracking Every Expense | 385 | 24 Mar 2025 | 00:18:35 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! Feel like budgeting means giving up your coffee runs, tracking every dollar, or living on beans and rice? Think again. In this episode, we’re breaking down the 5 budgeting basics that work for every budget—whether you're just starting out, living on irregular income, or totally overwhelmed by the idea of budgeting. We’ll show you how to create a simple, effective budget without obsessively tracking every expense or using complicated apps. This is a stress-free, no-shame guide to managing your money in a way that’s clear, empowering, and actually doable—no matter your income, lifestyle, or past budgeting fails. If you’ve ever said, “I just don’t know where my money goes,” or “I don’t even know where to start,” this episode is for you. 💬 What You’ll Learn:
This is budgeting without the overwhelm—progress over perfection, grace over guilt. Let's simplify your money and set you up for long-term financial peace. 💛 Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| How to Use Your Tax Refund to Get Ahead: Pay Bills, Build Savings, and Get Out of Debt with Semajh | 384 | 21 Mar 2025 | 00:24:44 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! Budget Besties, we’ve got a treat for you! Meet Semajh—a 29-year-old child of God, self-proclaimed America’s Sweetheart, and a man on a mission to afford (not just buy!) 300 luxury cotton pajamas. Yes, he knows his Pima from his Supima, and yes—he’s doing it the bougie and budget-savvy way. In this hilarious and heartfelt episode, Semajh walks us through his journey from struggling with a clunky budgeting app to discovering a system that actually works for real life. He’s getting ahead on his bills, setting up buckets (from “New Teeth” to “10% and Then Some”), and feeling what it’s like to truly trust his budget. We chat about:
Semajh reminds us all: budgeting isn’t about deprivation. It’s about alignment. His confidence, clarity, and commitment to doing things differently? Pure inspiration. Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| Lessons From the Sessions: Rental Property or Money Pit, How To Budget Your Bonus, Debt Payoff Decisions & Vacation Costs | 383 | 19 Mar 2025 | 00:20:07 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! Budget besties, we’re back with another round of Lessons from the Sessions—real-life money wins, dilemmas, and breakthroughs straight from our coaching calls! This week, we’re diving into: ✨ Rental property reality check—Is it truly making you money or just draining your budget? ✨ Inconsistent income budgeting—How to set up an income holding account so you’re never short on cash. ✨ Big bonuses, big decisions—How to make smart moves with large lump sums instead of letting them sit (or disappear). ✨ The illusion of a "cheap" vacation—Spoiler alert: Staying with family doesn’t mean a free trip. Let’s budget wisely! No fluff, just real financial strategy that helps you keep more money in your pocket and stress off your plate. Let’s get into it! 🎧💰 Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| 382 | 7 Budgeting Methods Explained: What Works & What Doesn’t (Zero-Based, Cash Envelopes, Cash Stuffing, 50/30/20, Paycheck Budgeting, FIRE, & More) | 17 Mar 2025 | 00:21:53 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! Hey, budget besties! In this episode, we’re diving deep into seven popular budgeting methods—and let’s just say, we have thoughts. 😏 You’ve probably heard of things like zero-based budgeting, cash stuffing, the 50/30/20 rule, and the FIRE method—but are they really the best ways to manage your money? We’re breaking them all down, giving you the real talk on what works, what doesn’t, and why our budgeting system is the ultimate game-changer. Here’s what we’re covering: 💰 Paycheck Planning – Why assigning bills to each paycheck keeps you stuck in the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle. 🔥 Zero-Based Budgeting – Great in theory, but do you really have to feel broke every month? (Spoiler: No.) 📊 50/30/20 Rule – Sounds cute, but is it actually realistic? We have questions. 💵 Cash Envelopes – A classic, but we’re in a digital world, and we have a better way. 🚀 FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) – Love the vision, but maybe let’s not sacrifice everything fun? 🧐 Tracking Expenses – Let’s be clear: this is NOT budgeting, and we’re here to tell you why. 🙈 No Budget (a.k.a. The Hope & Pray Method) – If this is you, it’s okay, we still love you—but we gotta talk. 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| 381 | How One Mom Paid Off $50K in Debt and Paid Cash for College & Christmas—By Ditching Excel for a Simple Budget System! | 14 Mar 2025 | 00:23:53 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System with Lauren's discount! 🚀 What if you could pay off $50,000 in debt, pay cash for travel, Christmas, and even college tuition—all in one year? Our guest Lauren did just that using our Simplified Budget System, and today, she’s sharing exactly how she did it! 💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✅ How Lauren went from tracking receipts & feeling behind to having total clarity ✅ The biggest budgeting mistake she made before switching to our system ✅ How she discovered she actually had more money than she thought ✅ Why opening multiple bank accounts changed everything ✅ How she and her husband now budget with ease & less stress ✅ Her #1 favorite budgeting tool that made all the difference 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Simplified Budget System! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ http://budgetbesties.com/lauren 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| Using Bonuses and Paychecks to Pay Off Debt Without Feeling Broke | 486 | 14 Nov 2025 | 00:21:45 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! In today’s episode of Financial Coaching for Women, we sit down with Ashley—newly married, newly budgeting, and ready to take control of her family’s finances. Just two months into their budgeting journey, Ashley and her husband are working hard to live on their salaries alone so they can put commission checks toward debt payoff and long-term goals. But with unexpected expenses, consolidated loans, and a busy family life, staying on track isn’t always easy. Together, we walk through her real numbers, real questions, and real challenges. If you're early in your budgeting journey—or trying to get back on track—you’ll feel right at home in this conversation. Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| 380 | Travel Sports Are Expensive! Here’s How to Afford Them (Budgeting for Sports, Travel Sports Costs) | 12 Mar 2025 | 00:27:42 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! 🚨 Travel sports are EXPENSIVE. 🚨 They’re eating up your budget—and we get it, because we’re right there with you! But instead of feeling blindsided by all the unexpected costs, let’s make a plan to budget for travel sports the right way—so you can enjoy the experience without the financial stress! 🎯 Grab our free Travel Sports Budget Worksheet at budgetbesties.com/sports and start planning today! 💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✅ The true cost of travel sports (spoiler: it’s more than just team fees!) ✅ How to stop being surprised by unexpected expenses ✅ The best way to plan & save for sports costs all year long ✅ Tips to cut costs and make travel sports more affordable ✅ How to get your kids involved in funding their own sports expenses 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| 379 | Lessons from the Sessions: The Hidden Costs of Moving, Budgeting for Career Changes, and Avoiding Debt Traps Like Tool Loans | 10 Mar 2025 | 00:17:54 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! It’s time for another Lessons from the Sessions episode! 🙌 In this series, we take real-life situations from our private coaching clients and bring them straight to YOU so you can learn, apply, and make progress with your finances. 💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✅ How a young couple stopped relying on debt to pay for work tools ✅ Why creating a mock budget before making big life changes is a game-changer ✅ The moving budget blueprint to avoid surprise expenses ✅ A simple savings strategy to break the cycle of stress when big bills come due ✅ How to make your money feel steady instead of a roller coaster 🎢 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| 378 | Stop Saying ‘I Don’t Have Time’—Here’s How to Find It with Carrie Lupoli | 07 Mar 2025 | 00:39:13 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! Budget besties, this episode is for all of us who feel like we're constantly running out of time and money (aka everyone?!). We’re hanging out with our friend, fellow pink-lover, and time management queen, Carrie Lupoli! She’s breaking down how to get more intentional with our time, reduce stress, and even save money in the process. Spoiler: It's not about getting more hours in a day (because, yeah, we all get 168). It’s about using them better. Carrie is a nutritionist, business owner, and time management expert who helps women get their schedules under control so they can live with less stress and more intention! What We’re Talking About Today:
Favorite Takeaways:
If you’ve ever said “I don’t have time” while also wondering where the week went, this episode is a game-changer. Listen in, take notes, and let’s take back our time and our money, one intentional step at a time! Find Carrie & Start Your Morning Time Right: 📲 Follow her on Instagram: @Carrie_Lupoli 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| 377 | Simple Budget Shortcuts for Busy Moms Juggling It All | 05 Mar 2025 | 00:18:55 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! Moms, we see you juggling a million things—work, kids, school drop-offs, sports, meal planning… the list never ends! 😅 The last thing you need is a complicated budget adding stress to your life. In today’s episode, we’re sharing simple, time-saving budget shortcuts that will help you: ✅ Avoid overspending (even on groceries!) ✅ Automate your bills so you never miss a payment ✅ Plan for your kid’s surprise expenses (because they always pop up!) ✅ Use your bank accounts to do the budgeting for you ✅ Set up systems that make your money run on autopilot With these hacks, you’ll know exactly where your money is going—without constantly tracking transactions or crunching numbers in your head at the checkout line! 💡 Top Budgeting Shortcuts from the Episode: 🔹 Separate your accounts – One for bills, one for spending. No more guessing if your bills are covered! 🔹 Automate EVERYTHING – Your income, bills, and savings should all be happening without you having to lift a finger. 🔹 Plan for kid expenses – Field trips, birthday gifts, and snacks are not surprises. Build them into the budget! 🔹 Set up grocery orders & Amazon Subscribe & Save – Less time shopping, more time doing literally anything else. 🔹 Have a restaurant budget – Because let’s be real, there will be drive-thrus in your future. Plan for them! 🔹 Use a Snacker Box for sports & school – A game-changer for on-the-go eating (and avoiding impulse snack stops!). 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| 376 | Breaking Free: How to Ditch Debt and Make Stay-at-Home Mom Life a Reality with Maegan | 04 Mar 2025 | 00:22:13 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! Hey Besties! 👋 Today’s episode is all about balancing a growing family, budgeting for big goals, and figuring out the path to financial freedom. Our guest Megan is a mom of SIX (yes, six!), working full-time while trying to pay off debt, stick to a grocery budget, and make her dream of staying home with her kids a reality. If you've ever felt like your budget is just not budgeting, this episode is for you. 💡 What You’ll Hear in This Episode: ✨ How to budget when your income fluctuates from month to month. ✨ The key to setting up bank accounts that force you to stick to your budget (especially for groceries!). ✨ Why making a budget on your lowest income month can save you major stress. ✨ How to prep financially for big family events (like a quinceañera!) without derailing your money goals. ✨ Simple side hustle ideas for busy parents who don’t have a lot of extra time. ✨ How to create a clear, realistic plan to pay off debt and finally start saving. Megan’s story is so relatable—she’s juggling it all and trying to make smart financial decisions that will set her family up for success. If you’ve ever struggled with food budgeting, paying off debt, or making a big financial change, you’ll walk away from this episode with real, actionable steps to get on track! 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| 375 | Reclaiming Financial Independence: How to Take Control After Financial Betrayal with Candice | 28 Feb 2025 | 00:25:20 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! Hey Besties! 👋 Today’s episode is a powerful one. We’re sitting down with Candace, an incredibly strong and inspiring woman who’s on a journey to take back control of her finances after years of letting others manage them. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, afraid to look at your numbers, or unsure of where to even start—this conversation is for you. 💡 What You’ll Hear in This Episode: ✨ The emotional and mental challenges of stepping into financial independence. ✨ Why not knowing your numbers is scarier than facing them head-on. ✨ How to separate business and personal finances (without the stress). ✨ What to do when life knocks you down—and how to rise again, stronger than ever. ✨ The importance of setting a budget, even when living off savings, to give yourself a roadmap. ✨ How to shift from survival mode to a plan for growth and financial stability. Candace’s story is one of resilience, rebuilding, and taking back power over her life and finances. If you’ve ever felt like you don’t know where to start, this episode will give you the clarity and encouragement to take that first step. 💖 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| 374 | Budgeting, but Make It Fun! (Replay from The Money Love Podcast) | 26 Feb 2025 | 00:58:39 | |
Curious? Check Out Our Budget System! Hey, Besties! 👋 We’re throwing it back to one of our favorite guest episodes with our friend Paige from The Money Love Podcast! If you’ve ever thought of budgeting as the dreaded "B-word" (👀), we’re here to change your mind. 💰 What We’re Talking About: ✨ Why traditional budgeting makes people shut down—and how to do it differently. ✨ The biggest mindset hurdles that keep people stuck (hint: “I should already know this” is a big one). ✨ How our Simplified Budget System takes the stress out of managing money—no more tracking every expense! ✨ The power of separating your accounts (seriously, your bank should be your personal assistant). ✨ Why “unexpected expenses” actually aren’t that unexpected—and how to plan for them. ✨ The secret to paying off debt while still enjoying life (yes, you can have your PSL and pay off debt too 😉). If budgeting has ever felt restrictive, complicated, or just plain boring—this episode is a must-listen! 🎧 We’re all about making money work for your lifestyle without feeling like you’re stuck in a financial bootcamp. 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| 373 | Set Up Your March Budget With Us: A Step-by-Step Guide | 24 Feb 2025 | 00:21:15 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! Budget besties, can you believe it’s already March?! We’re feeling all the emotions—kids moving up grades, summer creeping up, and, of course, it’s time to roll into a brand-new budget. In this episode, we’re walking you through how to close out February and set up your March budget step by step. We’ll talk about income tracking (yes, that tax refund counts!), adjusting for fluctuating bills, planning for spring break, and making sure those savings buckets are ready for summer fun. Plus, we’re sharing some real client wins—like paying for vacations in cash, combining finances, and saying goodbye to credit card debt. Let’s get organized, make a plan, and have a stress-free March! What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 💰 How to close out February’s budget properly 📅 Step-by-step breakdown of setting up March’s budget 🛑 The importance of tracking income, including side hustles & refunds 💡 How to handle fluctuating bills & unexpected expenses 💳 Why paying extra on debt should be part of your plan 🏖 Planning ahead for summer & spring break expenses 💸 How one client is funding their vacation completely in cash (game changer!) 🚗 Saving for big purchases—like that new car—without feeling overwhelmed Budget Bestie Wins We’re Celebrating: 🎉 A client paying off student loans with a work bonus 🎉 A family paying cash for their entire spring break trip for the first time ever 🎉 A couple combining finances (without financial stress) 🎉 A debt-free client now saving for a new truck & dream vacations Ready to Make March Your Best Budget Month Yet? If you don’t have a budgeting system yet, now’s the time to get one in place! We love our Simplified Budget System because it makes planning so much easier. And if you need help figuring it all out, reach out—we’ve got you! 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| 372 | Automate Your Budget & Eliminate Financial Stress! | 21 Feb 2025 | 00:18:12 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! Budget Besties, if there was a drinking game for this podcast, the keyword would be... AUTOMATE! 🍾🥂 We say it ALL. THE. TIME. And for good reason—automation is the key to making your budget actually WORK. Because let’s be real… you don’t need another budget, you need a budget SYSTEM. One that runs on autopilot so you can spend less time stressing over money and more time living your life. This episode is all about: ✅ Why automation is the secret to financial success ✅ How to set up automatic bill payments, spending, and savings buckets ✅ How to ditch financial chaos and take back control of your money If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by budgeting, THIS is your episode! 🎧 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| 371 | Savings Buckets 101: The Best Way to Plan for Unexpected Expenses | 19 Feb 2025 | 00:33:20 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! Budget Besties, listen up! 💰✨ We’ve made it to the final (and arguably most exciting) piece of your budget puzzle—SAVINGS BUCKETS! 🎉 You know those “unexpected” expenses that pop up and throw your whole budget into chaos? Yeah… we’re about to eliminate them for GOOD. 🚫💥 In this episode, we’re breaking down: ✅ What savings buckets are and why they’re game-changing ✅ How to plan and fund them (so you never scramble for cash again) ✅ How to automate your savings so it’s effortless 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| Are Credit Card Points Worth It? Plus When to Refinance Your Mortgage | 485 | 12 Nov 2025 | 00:13:05 | |
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! Today, we’re bringing you real stories and lessons straight from our private coaching sessions — because if our clients are dealing with it, chances are you are too. From credit card points to refinancing decisions, we’re breaking down what’s really happening behind the numbers so you can avoid the same mistakes, feel less alone, and walk away with some quick wins for your budget. You’ll hear about a client who thought credit card points were the key to “winning” with money (spoiler: they weren’t), how another family is tackling a 7% mortgage the smart way, and why simple awareness can transform everything about how you spend, save, and plan. This episode is full of aha moments, real talk, and encouragement for anyone ready to move from surviving to thriving. 💪 Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy. https://budgetbesties.com/privacy | |||
| 370 | How to Plan Your Spending in Your Budget (Without Overcomplicating It!) | 17 Feb 2025 | 00:38:55 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! Hey, Budget Besties! 💸✨ Ready to talk about the part of budgeting that actually impacts your daily life? We’re diving into spending—how to set up a plan that gives you freedom, confidence, and guilt-free swiping. 🎉 This episode is all about: ✅ Making a plan for your spending (instead of letting your bank account decide for you) ✅ Why budgeting isn’t restrictive—it’s about permission to enjoy your money ✅ How to organize your spending accounts so you never wonder, "Can I afford this?" 🚨 You don’t know exactly how much money you have to spend 🚨 You’re constantly transferring money between accounts (or swiping a credit card) 🚨 You’re left guessing if your bills will clear before payday 🚨 You feel guilty after shopping or eating out (hello, money regret!) Sound familiar? You’re not alone. But we’ve got the fix. ⬇️ Step 1: Identify Your Spending Categories 💰 Gas & Groceries (The essentials—where you spend every week!) 💰 Personal Spending (Your judgment-free fun money—yes, Starbucks included!) 💰 Entertainment/Family Fun (Restaurants, movie nights, zoo trips—this keeps fun in the budget!) 💰 Kids (For all the little surprise expenses—school parties, field trips, activities, etc.) 💰 This Month’s Expenses (One-time things like haircuts, gifts, or unexpected doctor visits!) 👉 Pro Tip: If something happens every month, it’s spending. If it happens only a few times a year, it goes into savings buckets (which we’ll talk about next episode!). Step 2: Set a Budget for Each Category Go back 90 days and look at your actual spending. No made-up "I’ll only spend $100 on food" goals. Set realistic numbers based on real spending habits. Step 3: Decide—Cash or Debit? 💳 Use debit cards if you prefer digital tracking (a.k.a. digital cash envelopes) 💵 Use cash if you struggle with overspending and need the hard limit 🛑 No more credit cards! (We’re done with that cycle.) Step 4: Open Dedicated Spending Accounts 🎯 Each category gets its own checking account (or a labeled cash envelope) 🎯 Name your accounts for fun! (“Feed the Horde” for groceries, anyone? 😂) 🎯 Delete your bills account from spending platforms (No more accidental Target runs on your mortgage money!) Step 5: Automate Your Transfers & Spend With Confidence 💰 On payday, automatically send your budgeted amount into each spending account 💰 Only spend from the correct account (NO MORE transferring money back & forth!) 💰 Enjoy spending—without guilt! 🎉 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| 369 | Money Management Made Easy: The Automatic Bills System You Need For Your Budget | 14 Feb 2025 | 00:24:54 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! Hey, Budget Besties! 👋 Tired of second-guessing if your bills are covered while standing in the checkout line? We get it. That’s why today, we’re talking about the single most important part of your budget—your Bills Account! This system is about simplicity, clarity, and making sure your bills get paid automatically without stress, mental math, or NSF fees (ugh). Let’s get into it! 💰 No more bill panic—you always have enough money to cover them 1️⃣ Pick an account – Use your current checking account or open a new one just for bills 🎯 Once it’s set up, your only job is to supervise. That’s it. Bills paid, stress gone. 🚗 You’re on vacation—bills are being paid automatically (no worries about late payments!) This is the financial clarity you deserve, bestie. 💖 📩 Tell us when your Bills Account is set up! Drop us an email at hello@budgetbesties.com or come chat in our Facebook group. We love cheering you on! 🎉 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| 368 | How to Pay Off Debt (Without Hating Your Life) | 12 Feb 2025 | 00:19:55 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! Hey, Budget Besties! 👋 Ready toditch debt without giving up your Starbucks, date nights, or vacations? We’re here to show you how topay off debt in a way that actually works—without feeling like you’re in financial prison. 🥳 💰 Your money should be funding your future,not paying for your past 1️⃣Set up your budget – Use our 5-categorysimple budget system to see exactly what you’re working with ✔️Snowball Method – Pay off smallest debts first to build momentum 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| 367 | How to Make a Budget: A Step-by-Step, One-Page Guide to Take Control of Your Money | 10 Feb 2025 | 00:31:22 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! Hey, Budget Besties! 👋 Let’s talk about what happens when youdon’t have a budget. Spoiler alert: It’snot pretty. 😬 We’ve got real-life stories (somecringe worthy) about what can go wrong when you’re just swiping your card and hoping for the best. What Happens Without a Budget? 🚗 Paying for a car you don’t even own anymore (oops) If this soundsa little too familiar, don’t worry—we’ve got you! 🙌 Signs You’re Budgeting Wrong: ❌ You check your bank account to see if you can afford something The Solution: A One-Page, Simple Budget We break it all down into5 easy categories: Pro Tip: Do a 90-Day Money Audit Go back through your last3 months of transactions and see where your moneyactually went. No shame, justdata without the drama—so you can make a plan that works! Budgeting doesn’t have to be boring or restrictive.It’s about telling your money what to do—so you can be bougieon purpose. 💃 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| Bonus: The Coaching Program That Skyrocketed Our Podcast (and Business!) | 08 Feb 2025 | 00:10:14 | |
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| 366 | How to Build Financially Confident Kids (Without the Entitlement!) with Julia Myers | 07 Feb 2025 | 00:36:24 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! Budget besties, you are in for a treat! Today, we’re bringing on our actual good friend, the wise, wonderful, and always inspiringJulia Meyers to talk aboutGenerational Wisdom—because let’s be real, passing down money means nothing if we’re not passing down the knowledge to manage it. Julia is an accomplished healthcare leader, mom of five (yes, FIVE!), and a recovering perfectionist. She’s been recognized nationally for her work in medication access, but her true passion? Helping families build financial confidence and break the cycle of lost generational wealth. We’re unpacking: And because Julia is the best, she’s sharing a FREE resource with you: atwo-week mini course with conversation starters to help you talk money with your kids (in a way that won’t make them roll their eyes). Grab it atJuliaMeyers.com/talk. If you’ve ever worried about raising entitled kids or wondered how to truly prepare them for financial independence—this episode is for you! 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| 365 | Simplifying Your Finances with Anna from It’s Time to Simplify! | 05 Feb 2025 | 00:37:57 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! Hey Besties! 👋 We’re bringing back one of our favorite conversations with our friend Anna from It’s Time to Simplify! If you’ve ever felt like budgeting is overwhelming, this episode is for you. We’re diving into simple, practical ways to take control of your finances without spending hours at the kitchen table with a calculator (because who has time for that?). ✅ How we built a business around our real schedules (aka: kids, sports, and Uber Mom life 🚗) 💰 Spoiler Alert: The key to stress-free budgeting is automation + separate spending accounts. Sounds too easy? Trust us—it’s a game changer! 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| 364 | Five-Minute Budget Fixes for Quick Wins! | 03 Feb 2025 | 00:16:09 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! Budget besties, do you ever feel like budgeting takes forever? Like, who has time for that when life is already a whirlwind? Well, good news: we've got five quick and fun budget fixes you can do in just five minutes—because who doesn’t love a quick win? 💃 Sometimes, making small changes adds up big time. So, whether you're waiting in car line, chilling on your lunch break, or standing in line for coffee, you can start making smarter money moves right now! 1️⃣ Rename Your Bank Accounts – A little name change can make a big difference. "Emily’s Wedding 2026" hits different when you think about using it for takeout, right? Create fun, clear labels to keep your savings on track. 💡 Bonus Tip: If you have your debit card number memorized (we see you!), get a new card so you can un-memorize it. You’re welcome. 😆 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| 363 | Mastering Your Budget & Getting a Paycheck Ahead with Mary Ellen | 31 Jan 2025 | 00:21:27 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! Budget besties, we’ve got a real treat for you today! Our guest, Mary Ellen, is a teacher, a mom of three boys, and a dedicated budgeter who’s so close to getting a paycheck ahead—but just needed a little guidance to connect the dots. If you've ever felt like your money disappears before you even decide what to do with it, this episode is for you! We break down exactly how to structure your budget when you’re dealing with multiple pay schedules, how to stop feeling like you’re playing financial catch-up, and the simple mindset shift that will help you take control of your cash flow. Plus, we tackle what to do with inconsistent income (hello, commission-based pay!) and how to make sure those extra dollars actually move the needle toward your goals. By the end of this convo, Mary Ellen has a solid plan to not only get a paycheck ahead but also start saving with intention and tackling debt with a clear strategy. And guess what? You can, too! 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| 362 | Financial Coaching Explained: The Personal Trainer for Your Money | 29 Jan 2025 | 00:20:42 | |
Budget Besties, we see you. You’ve got questions about financial coaching, and we’ve got answers! This episode is your go-to guide for everything you need to know before jumping in. We’re breaking down: ✅ What financial coaching actually is (spoiler: no judgment, just results!) ✅ Who coaching is for (hint: if you make good money but still feel stuck, this is for YOU) ✅ How our coaching works (think: a done-for-you budget system + two 45-minute sessions a month + unlimited text and email support) ✅ Whether you have to give up your pumpkin spice lattes (you don’t) ✅ What if your spouse isn’t on board? (We got you.) ✅ How to fit coaching into your busy schedule ✅ And so much more! Oh, and if you think you're bad at math? Don’t worry, we’re not. 😆 We bring the calculators, the spreadsheets, and the game plan—so you can focus on finally making progress with your money. So grab your coffee (or a glass of wine, like some of our fave clients), hit play, and let’s get your financial questions answered once and for all! 🎧💰 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| Before You Sign Up for Debt Consolidation, Listen to This | 484 | 10 Nov 2025 | 00:33:06 | |
If you've ever felt tempted to call one of those "we'll fix your debt for you" companies, this episode is for you. 💸 We're pulling back the curtain on debt consolidation, settlement, and relief companies, and explaining how their promises can actually hurt your credit, delay progress, and drain your savings. Instead, we'll show you how to DIY your own debt relief plan — without paying someone else to do what you can do (better!) yourself. In this episode, we cover:
Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. | |||
| 361 | Setting Up a Budget for February: A Fresh Start! | 27 Jan 2025 | 00:16:41 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! Can you believe it's already February? We’re kicking off the second month of 2025 with a reset—because let’s be real, January is often a bit of a recovery month after the holidays. In this episode, Shana and Vanessa guide you through the process of closing out January and setting up a fresh budget for February. They walk you through the steps of reviewing your income, debts, bills, spending, and savings so you can hit the ground running this month. From paying off debt to planning for upcoming expenses like vacations and sports, they share practical tips and systems to keep your finances consistent, clear, and in control. If you’ve been feeling a little “January hangover,” it’s time to reset and get those money goals back on track! What We Cover in This Episode: Goal Setting: February is the perfect time to revisit your goals—whether you’re saving for a vacation or paying off credit cards, make sure it’s in the budget! 4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| 360 | Getting Your Finances Aligned as a Team: Megan’s Journey to Budget Clarity | 24 Jan 2025 | 00:24:11 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! In today’s episode, we welcome Megan, a busy mom, teacher, and wife, navigating the rollercoaster of combining finances with her freelance husband. Like so many of us, Megan and her husband have been managing their finances separately—but now, with a mortgage, two kids, and irregular income to juggle, it’s time to build a system that works together. We walk Megan through actionable steps to create a simple and streamlined budget system that eliminates stress, provides clarity, and empowers her to plan for the unexpected. From setting up baseline budgets to creating holding accounts for irregular income, this episode is packed with practical advice to help couples like Megan and her husband get on the same financial page. We also talk about the emotional side of money—how budgeting together can strengthen communication, reduce financial tension, and even bring a renewed sense of teamwork to a marriage. Whether you're trying to budget with irregular income or looking for a system that keeps finances clear and consistent, this episode has something for you! What We Cover in This Episode:
4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||
| 359 | Turning Money Chaos into Calm: Lessons from Real-Life Financial Wins | 22 Jan 2025 | 00:23:43 | |
Snag Our Simplified Budget System! Hey budget besties! 💸✨ We are back with a jam-packed episode full of real-life lessons straight from our coaching sessions. We’re talking about messy money habits, breaking down walls, and building a system that brings peace (and maybe even a little joy) to your finances. Let’s dive in!
4 Ways To Connect With Us: 1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall 2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook 3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone. Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase! | |||