
How to Plan Your Money for 2026 (Step-by-Step Annual Budget Setup) | 514
2026-1-14 | 18 mins.
Curious? Watch Our Money Makeover Bootcamp!Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now!Budget Besties, let’s be real—most of us don’t have a money problem… we’ve got a January problem. And not because it’s cold or because the holiday hangover is hitting hard, but because this is the month where all those “surprise expenses” from the year ahead start creeping in… and blowing up our budgets.In this episode, Shana and Vanessa walk you through how to take control of your money in 2026 by planning on purpose. We’re not just talking about budgets—we’re talking about setting the vision for your entire year and making sure your money supports that vision. Whether it’s travel, a promotion, a kid starting kindergarten, or finally upgrading that 2001 backdoor (Shana 👀), this is the episode that helps you actually get ahead.We’re sharing how to:Go from “I don’t have a plan” to “I’ve got a plus!” 👏Think big-picture (hello, bird’s eye view of 2026)Break down those dreamy goals into a monthly budget that worksUse our Savings Bucket Planner to prep for those expenses that aren’t monthly—but still matterGet your budget to match your life (not the other way around)Automate your budget so your money moves where it’s supposed to—without you lifting a fingerIf you’re making good money but still wondering where it’s all going, 2026 is the year we fix that. You don’t need a magic wand, you just need a budget that fits your life and goals—and that’s exactly what we’re showing you how to create.Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level:1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coachingThis 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.

The Best Budget Template for 2026: Say Goodbye to Guessing, Overspending, and Tracking Every Dollar | 513
2026-1-12 | 27 mins.
Curious? Watch Our Money Makeover Bootcamp!Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now!Hey, budget besties! 💸 If you’ve ever bounced between three different budget templates and ditched them all by mid-February, this episode is your financial wake-up call—in the most loving, supportive, and fun way, of course.Here’s the truth: ✨ The best budget in 2026 is the one you’ll still be using in December. ✨ And if you haven’t found that yet? Sis, it’s not your fault. You don’t have a template problem—you’ve got a system problem.In This Episode:Shana and Vanessa are spilling the tea on why most budget templates don’t work (and leave you feeling like it’s your fault), and what you actually need to stay consistent all year long.We’re covering:✔️ Why motivation and willpower shouldn’t be required to manage your money ✔️ The test to figure out if your current budget system is secretly sabotaging you ✔️ Common traps that make budgeting feel like a full-time job ✔️ Must-have features in the best budget template for real life in 2026 ✔️ How our Simplified Budget System helps you plan per paycheck without the overwhelm ✔️ Why your budget should work for you—whether you're a busy mom, a college student, or deep in a life transition ✔️ The “aha!” moment clients get when their budget finally clicksLet’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level:1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coachingThis 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.

Where Is My Money Going? Real Budget Coaching + Fixes That Work | 512
2026-1-10 | 54 mins.
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now!Enjoy Day 5 of our Money Makeover Bootcamp!Watch it here.Connect With Us:1️⃣ Facebook Group – Join the community. Our free group is where the real talk happens. Connect with other women who are learning how to budget, save, and finally feel in control, together. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook2️⃣ Automate Your Budget Masterclass – Watch it now, no waiting. This FREE on-demand training shows you how to set up a budget that matches your lifestyle, without tracking every dollar or feeling restricted. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/automate3️⃣ Budget – Grab our Simplified Budget System! You don’t need another budget, you need a system that does the math, makes the plan, and gives you permission to spend. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/budget4️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching – Get a plan and a coach. We’ll build your full budget system together, so you always know what to do and feel confident doing it. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching5️⃣ Be on the Podcast – Free coaching, real convo. Come chat with us on the show! Get real-time financial coaching and help other women by sharing your story. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall"I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you… ✨ Please take a second to rate & review the show! It helps us reach more people—just like you—who are ready to change their financial future. 🔔 Don’t forget to follow so you never miss an episode! 💌 And if you're feeling extra generous, share this podcast with a friend who needs it. We’d be so honored. 🙌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!

Put Your Money and Budget On Autopilot in 2026: Automate Your Bills, Spending & Savings | 511
2026-1-08 | 46 mins.
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now!Enjoy Day 4 of our Money Makeover Bootcamp!Watch this episode here.Connect With Us:1️⃣ Facebook Group – Join the community. Our free group is where the real talk happens. Connect with other women who are learning how to budget, save, and finally feel in control, together. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook2️⃣ Automate Your Budget Masterclass – Watch it now, no waiting. This FREE on-demand training shows you how to set up a budget that matches your lifestyle, without tracking every dollar or feeling restricted. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/automate3️⃣ Budget – Grab our Simplified Budget System! You don’t need another budget, you need a system that does the math, makes the plan, and gives you permission to spend. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/budget4️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching – Get a plan and a coach. We’ll build your full budget system together, so you always know what to do and feel confident doing it. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching5️⃣ Be on the Podcast – Free coaching, real convo. Come chat with us on the show! Get real-time financial coaching and help other women by sharing your story. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall"I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you… ✨ Please take a second to rate & review the show! It helps us reach more people—just like you—who are ready to change their financial future. 🔔 Don’t forget to follow so you never miss an episode! 💌 And if you're feeling extra generous, share this podcast with a friend who needs it. We’d be so honored. 🙌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!

How to Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck and Get One Paycheck Ahead | 510
2026-1-07 | 39 mins.
Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now!Day 3 of our Money Makeover Bootcamp: How to Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck and Get One Paycheck Ahead. Enjoy!Connect With Us:1️⃣ Facebook Group – Join the community. Our free group is where the real talk happens. Connect with other women who are learning how to budget, save, and finally feel in control, together. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook2️⃣ Automate Your Budget Masterclass – Watch it now, no waiting. This FREE on-demand training shows you how to set up a budget that matches your lifestyle, without tracking every dollar or feeling restricted. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/automate3️⃣ Budget – Grab our Simplified Budget System! You don’t need another budget, you need a system that does the math, makes the plan, and gives you permission to spend. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/budget4️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching – Get a plan and a coach. We’ll build your full budget system together, so you always know what to do and feel confident doing it. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching5️⃣ Be on the Podcast – Free coaching, real convo. Come chat with us on the show! Get real-time financial coaching and help other women by sharing your story. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall"I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you… ✨ Please take a second to rate & review the show! It helps us reach more people—just like you—who are ready to change their financial future. 🔔 Don’t forget to follow so you never miss an episode! 💌 And if you're feeling extra generous, share this podcast with a friend who needs it. We’d be so honored. 🙌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!



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