Budgeting
Matt Schuberg, CFP®Rocket Money vs Monarch: Which Should You Pick?
Rocket Money vs Monarch: Rocket has a free plan and cancels subscriptions. Monarch is the full tracker at $99.99 a year. Here is how to pick between them.
·8 min read
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Budgeting articles from the Planned team.
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Matt Schuberg, CFP®YNAB Alternatives: 6 Picks for 2026
YNAB costs $109 a year and needs weekly upkeep. Compare 6 YNAB alternatives for 2026 on price, effort, and whether anyone helps you decide what to change.
·7 min read
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Matt Schuberg, CFP®Monarch Money Alternatives: 6 Picks for 2026
Monarch Money alternatives compared for 2026: Planned, YNAB, Copilot, Simplifi, Rocket Money and Empower, with real pricing and who each one actually fits.
·7 min read
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Matt Schuberg, CFP®Mint Alternatives: 6 Budgeting Apps Worth It in 2026
Mint shut down in 2024. Compare the best Mint alternatives for 2026: Monarch, YNAB, Copilot, Rocket Money and Credit Karma, with current pricing for each.
·9 min read
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Matt Schuberg, CFP®Budgeting Apps With Financial Coaching (2026 Guide)
A budgeting app with financial coaching pairs automatic tracking with a real person who reviews your numbers. See how it works, what it costs, and how to pick.
·6 min read
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Planned TeamThe Real Role of Income Tracking in Your Finances
Discover the role of income tracking in finances. Transform your budgeting and savings with clear data for smarter financial decisions.
·12 min read
BudgetingMatt Schuberg, CFP®How to Create a Budget That Actually Works
A budget that actually works is built around your goals, not a generic template. Here is a step-by-step framework to align spending with what you want.
·8 min read