Join the <a href='https://www.elevatefinances.us/financial-freedom-accelerator'>Financial Freedom Accelerator</a> and create your personalized roadmap to retirement! In this episode, the host explores the secret to budgeting success—a consistent money routine. Listeners struggling to make their budgets work will discover how a structured approach to money management can transform their finances.  A money routine is about more than just paying bills; it’s a weekly commitment to actively manage your finances.Listen to this episode to learn practical tips for personalizing these routines, making them enjoyable, and ensuring they align with financial goals.  02:08 The Importance of a Money Routine04:01 Steps to Create a Money Routine05:24 Real-Life Client Example08:16 Create Check-In Times08:33 Stay on Top of Spending10:08 Make It Fun and Comfortable11:03 Build a Money Routine11:34 Commit to Your Financial GoalsSend me your questions, thoughts, and takeaways from the podcast via email hello@elevatefinances.us OR leave me a voice message at <a href='https://www.speakpipe.com/WealthyAfter40'>SpeakPipe</a> Start your retirement journey with a complimentary <a href='https://tidycal.com/elevatefinancesllc/clarity-connection-call'>Clarity Connection Call</a> Download the <a href='https://www.elevatefinances.us/checklist'>Retirement Ready Checklist</a> and map out your dream retirement Learn more about the <a href='https://www.elevatefinances.us/roadmap'>Retirement Roadmap Session</a>

Join the Financial Freedom Accelerator and create your personalized roadmap to retirement! In this episode, the host explores the secret to budgeting success—a consistent money routine. Listeners struggling to make their budgets work will discover how a structured approach to money management can transform their finances. A money routine is about more than just paying bills; it’s a weekly commitment to actively manage your finances. Listen to this episode to learn practical tips for personalizing these routines, making them enjoyable, and ensuring they align with financial goals. 02:08 The Importance of a Money Routine 04:01 Steps to Create a Money Routine 05:24 Real-Life Client Example 08:16 Create Check-In Times 08:33 Stay on Top of Spending 10:08 Make It Fun and Comfortable 11:03 Build a Money Routine 11:34 Commit to Your Financial Goals Send me your questions, thoughts, and takeaways from the podcast via email hello@elevatefinances.us OR leave me a voice message at SpeakPipe Start your retirement journey with a complimentary Clarity Connection Call Download the Retirement Ready Checklist and map out your dream retirement Learn more about the Retirement Roadmap Session

Join the <a href="https://www.elevatefinances.us/financial-freedom-accelerator" rel="noopener noreferrer">Financial Freedom Accelerator</a> and create your personalized roadmap to retirement! In this episode, the host explores the secret to budgeting success—a consistent money routine. Listeners struggling to make their budgets work will discover how a structured approach to money management can transform their finances. &nbsp;A money routine is about more than just paying bills; it’s a weekly commitment to actively manage your finances.Listen to this episode to learn practical tips for personalizing these routines, making them enjoyable, and ensuring they align with financial goals.&nbsp; 02:08 The Importance of a Money Routine04:01 Steps to Create a Money Routine05:24 Real-Life Client Example08:16 Create Check-In Times08:33 Stay on Top of Spending10:08 Make It Fun and Comfortable11:03 Build a Money Routine11:34 Commit to Your Financial GoalsSend me your questions, thoughts, and takeaways from the podcast via email hello@elevatefinances.us OR leave me a voice message at <a href="https://www.speakpipe.com/WealthyAfter40" rel="noopener noreferrer">SpeakPipe</a> Start your retirement journey with a complimentary <a href="https://tidycal.com/elevatefinancesllc/clarity-connection-call" rel="noopener noreferrer">Clarity Connection Call</a> Download the <a href="https://www.elevatefinances.us/checklist" rel="noopener noreferrer">Retirement Ready Checklist</a> and map out your dream retirement Learn more about the <a href="https://www.elevatefinances.us/roadmap" rel="noopener noreferrer">Retirement Roadmap Session</a>

Ep 81 Why A Money Routine Leads to Budgeting Success

The Podcast That Helps Gen Xers Retire Up to 5 Years Sooner&nbsp; Top 5% Personal Finance Podcast You’ve worked hard for decades, but now the big questions are creeping in: 👉 Will I have enough to retire?👉&nbsp; Is it too late to start retirement planning? Welcome to Wealthy After 40, the podcast for Gen X women and couples who want to feel confident and clear about how to retire, even if you’re starting late or feel behind on your retirement savings. I’m Dalene Higgins, financial coach and creator of the Aligned Money Method. I help Gen Xers take control of their personal finances by building a money system that fits their values and lifestyle, so they can save consistently, manage budgeting with ease, and prepare to retire on their own terms. Each week, you’ll get step-by-step guidance for retirement planning, smart budgeting strategies, and realistic ways to grow your savings, both your emergency fund and retirement savings, without overwhelm. If you’re ready to stop stressing about money, build a financial plan you trust, and create a future you’re excited about, this podcast is for you. Retirement isn’t out of reach. Let’s simplify your next steps with clear advice on how to retire, starting today. Your first step is a financial reality check-up inside the Retirement Roadmap Session.&nbsp; Book your free Clarity Connection Call at elevatefinances.us/connection to learn how the Retirement Roadmap Session will help you make retirement possible.&nbsp;Visit my website at elevatefinances.us to learn more or share with me your thoughts, questions, and challenges related to retirement at hello@elevatefinances.us

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The Podcast That Helps Gen Xers Retire Up to 5 Years Sooner  Top 5% Personal Finance Podcast You’ve worked hard for decades, but now the big questions are creeping in: 👉 Will I have enough to retire? 👉  Is it too late to start retirement planning? Welcome to Wealthy After 40, the podcast for Gen X women and couples who want to feel confident and clear about how to retire, even if you’re starting late or feel behind on your retirement savings. I’m Dalene Higgins, financial coach and creator of the Aligned Money Method. I help Gen Xers take control of their personal finances by building a money system that fits their values and lifestyle, so they can save consistently, manage budgeting with ease, and prepare to retire on their own terms. Each week, you’ll get step-by-step guidance for retirement planning, smart budgeting strategies, and realistic ways to grow your savings, both your emergency fund and retirement savings, without overwhelm. If you’re ready to stop stressing about money, build a financial plan you trust, and create a future you’re excited about, this podcast is for you. Retirement isn’t out of reach. Let’s simplify your next steps with clear advice on how to retire, starting today. Your first step is a financial reality check-up inside the Retirement Roadmap Session.  Book your free Clarity Connection Call at elevatefinances.us/connection to learn how the Retirement Roadmap Session will help you make retirement possible.   Visit my website at elevatefinances.us to learn more or share with me your thoughts, questions, and challenges related to retirement at hello@elevatefinances.us

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