- Signed Sharika Parker
Making a Budget 101

Who really likes to budget? Budgeting can help you take control of your finances. As Rachel Cruze would day budgeting can even give you permission to spend. Sometimes getting started is as easy as writing it done on a piece of paper. I use my happy planner to keep me organized every month.
Here is an example to help you get started on your budget.
Income
Start with your monthly income. This includes your paycheck, side hustle, alimony, child support, etc.
Monthly Bills
Mortgage
Homes Owner Insurance
Auto Insurance
Utility Bill
Phone Bill
Internet
Cable
Living Expenses
Needs (Clothing, Toiletries, etc).
Groceries
Gas
Baby Expenses (diapers, daycare, etc).
Saving/Emergency Fund
Monthly savings for a rainy day. This is your savings goal.
Self-care, Lifestyle, Living your best life
Movies
Date Night
Night out with friends
Hair/Nails
Giving
Tithes
Charity
Debt
Car Loan
Student Loan
Credit Card
Hospital Bill
Resources
everydollar
https://www.everydollar.com/app/sign-in