Government overspending, an activity the Biden administration has taken to a new level, has sent the country into an inflationary spiral. Through trillions of dollars in COVID-19 relief programs, ...

How do I choose the best budgeting method for my lifestyle? The sound of the mail coming through the slot makes you want to hide under the couch, because you know that somewhere in that pile of ...

It's common knowledge among budget experts that the budget process is "broken." Anyone who regularly reads this column knows about debt limits, government shutdowns, and out-of-control spending and ...

Budgeting can feel like a chore that results in deprivation. Experts recommend reframing it as a tool that helps you get more of what you want. In reality, budgeting helps you plan for the future and ...

When people hear the word “budget,” they often think of restricting themselves, sacrificing what they enjoy, and counting pennies. But a budget is far more than that; it’s a tool for empowerment, ...

New York City doesn’t have a budget crisis. It has a crisis of a mayor who has no idea how to budget, and who thinks that everything – including what should be a routine, dry, midyear budget update – ...

A financial guru has criticized strict budgets, advocating for intuitive spending instead. Budget culture is seen as restrictive, leading to potential "budget burnout." Experts suggest balancing ...

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker blamed “professional bellyachers” and derided critics for pushing “magic bean fixes” during his State of the State address Feb. 19, but perhaps he should examine his own ...

You don’t even want to check your email anymore, because past-due notices are chasing you online. Taking stock of your debts and money woes feels like the financial equivalent of doomscrolling. Kumiko ...

When most people try to delve into the details of a city budget, their eyes glaze over pretty quickly. Even experienced finance and accounting professionals can be confused by the bewildering array of ...