Webinar: Common budget mistakes (and how to avoid them)

July 01, 2020

Budgeting can seem like a big hurdle on the road to financial wellness. But with a little inspiration from others who have been there, it may be easier than you think.

 

We’ve all made mistakes when it comes to creating and sticking to a budget. But it there are things you can do to help set yourself up for success.

With this webinar, save yourself a little time and money by learning from others’ budgeting missteps. 

 

Ready to start your budget? Learn about these 8 steps and get a downloadable budget template

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