A budget is your written plan for your money, and its done every month. A budget actually gives you permission to spend. So, instead of seeing a budget as a list of what you can and can’t spend, you need to look at it as your game plan for the month. A budget gives you the opportunity to make a plan and spend your money on the things you care about and with more focus on it, you will find space to invest and increase your wealth.
To put it simple, when you work out and go to the gym you have a plan on how to exercise and what type of workout you will do. Budgeting is the plan for your money
Everyone needs a budget, you need a budget if you’re living paycheck to paycheck. And you also need a budget if you have some savings, if you want to achieve your goals quicker, if you’re in debt. A budget helps you take control of your money, get on track with your financial goals, get out of debt. Whether you’re struggling with or feeling good about your finances, a budget is a must for everyone.
Zero-based budgeting, a zero-based budget is when all your income minus all your expenses equals zero. When you use a zero-based budget, you give every dollar a name, a job and a purpose. When you add every source of income and then subtract every single expense, your budget should end up at zero. Anything that’s “extra” doesn’t stay extra. Put it to good use working for you—every last cent of it.