Calm, practical money advice.

Straight-talking articles on budgeting, net worth, and the once-a-month reconciliation habit — from the team behind SimpleMonth.

Budgeting

The 5-Minute Monthly Money Reconciliation

You don't need to track every latte in real time. Here's the once-a-month ritual that keeps your finances honest in about the time it takes to make coffee.

The SimpleMonth TeamSeptember 2, 20265 min read

Net Worth

Net Worth Is the Only Number That Matters

Income is a rate. Net worth is a score. If you only track one financial metric, make it this one — and here's how to do it without a spreadsheet.

The SimpleMonth TeamAugust 19, 20266 min read

Budgeting

How to Categorize Spending Without Losing Your Mind

Fifty categories feel thorough and are completely useless. Here's how to design a category system you'll actually maintain.

The SimpleMonth TeamAugust 5, 20264 min read

Crypto

Should You Track Crypto in Your Monthly Budget?

Volatile, emotional, and easy to ignore until tax season. Here's a sane way to fold crypto into your monthly money routine.

The SimpleMonth TeamJuly 22, 20265 min read

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