Rima Tas
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I'm attempting to live life to the fullest with my amazing husband of 10 years by my side. We've always loved building things - both in the digital world and the real one. I hope to write about personal finances and projects we dive into!
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Mint vs Zero-Based Budget
Through my financial coaching, conversations with clients, and my own personal finance journey, a pattern has emerged: there's a fundamental misunderstanding about budgeting systems. Mint, as one of the most widely recognized budgeting tools, serves as an excellent reference point to explore these differences. By comparing Mint's traditional tracking approach with zero-based budgeting methodology, we can better understand how different budgeting philosophies shape financial outcomes.
By Rima Tasabout a year ago in Motivation
Heartfelt Holidays on a Budget
I am not the first to say it but I think it's always important to put a reminder out there, the holiday season should be about spreading joy and showing love to those we care about - not stressing over expensive gift lists. When finances are tight, getting creative with homemade gifts can help you give meaningful presents while staying within your budget.
By Rima Tasabout a year ago in Motivation
Budgeting
Challenge 1: Irregular Income Not everyone has a predictable paycheck. Here’s a recommendation if you are in this situation: Base your budget on your minimum monthly income from the past year. Any extra income goes first to building your mini emergency fund, then to avalanching payments towards your debt. This prevents you from committing to expenses you might not be able to cover during slower months.
By Rima Tasabout a year ago in Motivation
