This curated list of practical tips, books, podcasts, and tools make building better money habits simple and doable. These finds have simple and practical information on managing money. I am not a financial planner by trade, but I do find these reso...
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Books and Podcasts
My top picks for books and podcasts that actually make sense. Easy-to-follow advice you can use at any stage of your financial journey.
Start your kids out right. This book is fabulous and gives ideas that really work! Teenagers can take it, read it, and understand. It's a good read. (affiliate link)
Money Skills for Teens: Beginner's Guide
I read this book several years ago and recommend it to everyone. It's absolutely spot on and love it. It details the steps to take and adds a storyline along with it. It's a great book to buy and have on hand! A perfect reference guide again and agai...
The Total Money Makeover
Simple living can be your life. This is a great book that helps guide you through the steps you should take - identify things you can live without because they simply are not needed and you can live with joy. It really makes decluttering easy. (affil...
Simple Living: Books
The Dave Ramsey podcast is highly recommended. I LOVE listening to the podcast. Alot of information and tips are given. It's so insightful. The suggestions are adaptable to your situation so it can work for you. VERY interesting!
The Ramsey Show
Several great options for podcasts to help on the journey to manage your money. Each one has a slight difference depending on what you are looking for. Explore and search for your favorite.
Top 10 Personal Finance Podcasts
Simple Tips That Work
Small steps, big impact! Simple life tips and practical resources to help you manage your money and everyday routines with confidence. These are the simple, realistic tips and tools I actually use to keep everyday
“Where Does Your Money Go?” by My Tasteful Threads takes you through the process of how to assess where your money is actually going. Very doable and an easy read.
Where Does Your Money Go? — A Transparent Look at Spending
Step-by-step process of how to create a simple budget and the easy things you can do to save. This is very doable and so simple to understand.
Frugal Habits: What I Learned When I First Started Out
A great read! Tips for understanding finances and makes thing clear. Gives reinforcement to things you may already do. I found it easy to read and very helpful and enlightening.
50 Tips for Frugal Living
Build your emergency fund. These basics are solid! Start small and your savings will get bigger. It's a good read. You would be surprised on what you can do; I was.
An essential guide to building an emergency fund
Etsy offers this really nice printable budget planner. I've downloaded a bunch printables; this one was simple. Use it to break apart your current spending to get a great visual view of how your money is being spent. It's a fabulous starting point. ...
Budget Planner
Good advice and tips to getting started on your journey to making a dent in your debt. Just by implementing a few steps you will be well on your way. A good read to enlighten situations.
How To Get Out of Debt
Chosen Foods Avocado Oil — helps save money when cooking because it lasts a long time. Extra bonus is that is lighter.
100% Pure Avocado Oil | Cooking Oil
Tools That Work
Simple, reliable tools to help you manage your money with confidence — and keep your financial life organized and stress-free.
There are many applications you can use to make money transfers simple. This article explain each and gives the pros and cons of the most popular apps. Read the article attached.
Cash Apps - the best money apps of 2025
Just my personal opinion. Venmo is one of the most reliable cash transfers apps available. LOVE how easy it is to work with. Refer to listing discussing the different cash applications to get more information.
Venmo App
Part of my trusted toolset — Kapitalwise is a great option if you’re ready for a reference to a financial planner in your area that fits your situation with no obligation. Simple to work with. All they do is connect a planner with you.
Kapitalwise.com
Understanding how to manage your money is essential. Nerd Wallet offers alot of information; I’ve found it to be a real good guide.