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New to SmartBudgetGenius? Start with these six guides. Each one includes steps, examples, pitfalls, and a quick win.

  1. The 50/30/20 Rule: A Simple Budget Plan for Financial Balance
  2. Budgeting 101: The Beginner’s Guide to Financial Success
  3. How to Create a Budget That Actually Works (and Stick to It)
  4. Zero‑Based Budgeting Explained: Tell Every Dollar Where to Go
  5. Budgeting on a Low Income: Saving Money When Every Dollar Counts
  6. How to Stick to a Budget Without Feeling Miserable