This is a brilliant tutorial! The content is very good, and the presentation is excellent. No need to speed it up to 1.25 or faster (like many of us do for tutorials). Lexa talks fast, and uses no fluff or filler words like um or ahh. Well edited and boiled down to just a constant stream of good content. I can't tell if she is following a script or is just a naturally gifted speaker. Well done and recommended.
@heyheyheyhi Жыл бұрын
I just want to say THANK YOU SO MUCH. This should be an official training video!
@Specificpickle Жыл бұрын
I am not paying for YNAb, but this has been SUPER helpful for hearing about budgeting still. Just your thoughts on categories and the logic behind them all even helps me organize my primitive excel sheet :)
@TheAvocadoToastBudget Жыл бұрын
Yay!! I love that so much!!
@Gri-n9l Жыл бұрын
Restarted today. I've been spending like crazy the last years.... can you speak a little slower? Not native speaker and struggle to catch up with you 😉
@rhondasolomon7817 Жыл бұрын
Hello, under the wheel icon for settings you can slow down her video, or speed it up. It’s very helpful! Good luck with your new start.
@mrsmarr330810 ай бұрын
You can slow down the video and turn on automated subtitles
@belonging92009 ай бұрын
You can slow down the videospeed
@dhuratadobbins30012 ай бұрын
@@rhondasolomon7817at 0.75 of the speed is awesome btw 😊
@chriswallbruch952310 ай бұрын
This was super helpful! I’m a brand new YNABer (Mint refugee) so this was really useful, thank you!
@gpaige_9510 ай бұрын
Same!
@allisongrinberg-funes9267 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for making this! Ive watched different tutorials by other creators and found yours so well-paced and accessible, I'll definitely be watching part-two. Im a writer so I know how much work goes into these. Thank you!
@auronmusic1465 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Lexa for this video tutorial !! 👍🏻 It is very useful for new joiners to YNAB, more useful than the Tutorials by YNAB itself. Keep up the awesome work to help people like us get used to YNAB and be able to manage our finances well. Your classification of categories makes a lot of sense and something which I plan to do as well. Appreciate your efforts and kindness to share such valuable information with other YNAB users !! 👍🏻😊
@a.n.tipton52042 ай бұрын
This is such a well done YNAB video. I felt kind of overwhelmed at first but I followed along with your video and absolutely love the result. Thank you so much! I really liked the way you set up the categories. It makes so much sense.
@darlabaliko18132 ай бұрын
Excellent tutorial! I hope you keep making videos. Would love to see updates for 2024 (esp when creating Targets). Also would love to see how someone self-employed would use YNAB. Do you use ATB category for business expenses? Would love to see how you integrate personal and business using ynab.
@user-ki6xd1oc4x8 ай бұрын
Me and my girlfriend are getting started with YNAB in the new year as we combine finances, this video was super useful! Thank you so much. New subscriber.
@davep660310 ай бұрын
I am returning to YNAB after a few years off. Rather than try to figure out my past budget, I decided to start from the ground up by setting up a brand new budget. This video is a huge help. I'll be watching Part 2 once I am done with my initial setup. Thanks for making this!
@agustami9569 ай бұрын
This was excellent. Heard about YNAB due to Ramit Sethi but this tutorial gave me the confidence to jump in. Signed up via the website so I do not have to enter CC details during the free 34-day trial
@vodkasoda12step718 ай бұрын
SO helpful! I don't think I've ever sat through 30+ minute KZbin video before... on my way to part 2!
@stevevuoso8411 Жыл бұрын
This is the best YNAB set up video I’ve watched so far. Good job.
@mikescarborough91969 ай бұрын
I recommend setting aside 10 - 20 cents per mile for unexpected car care repairs or more if you want to keep up with the depreciation of your car in addition to any repairs. And stay away from after-market extended warranties. Trust me on that one.
@Flowergirl3074 ай бұрын
Just getting started with YNAB and this is so helpful!!! Thank you 😊
@angelabarnard8029 Жыл бұрын
Lexa! I freaking love you and how you set things up! THANK YOU!
@av8r22 Жыл бұрын
WOW! Thank you so much!! I have ADHD as well and I"m like OMG yNAB makes so much better sense now. Thanks for this!
@KelseyAlexandrea Жыл бұрын
This is great and super easy to follow! Very excited to start! Also, your voice is so nice to listen to 😊
@geekrific11 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for explaining YNAB in a clear, concise and fun way! I have been attempting to get into YNAB for a lonnnng time and I'm jumping in because of you!!! Big Hugs!!
@arethaj66884 ай бұрын
Thanks for your awesome video. I am new to YNAB and was struggling to get going.
@cristaurena14724 ай бұрын
WOW this was so useful and overall so insightful. thank you!!!!
@StopMoMama Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I've used YNAB (poorly) for a year and never quite understood all this. I also hate watching videos and following directions, but you kept my attention. Will watch more!
@alyssacampbell51799 ай бұрын
Lexa, you are AMAZING! This was such a helpful tutorial.
@abbywolfson96613 ай бұрын
really really good! the only thing is I can't find the savings plan builder. did that get changed in 2024 and is it called something else?
@lukesmithkaz Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this! I recently re-started my YNAB budget after... ignoring it for all of the pandemic... Whoops. :) This was a great resource to help me understand each target type and how best to utilize them. Moving on to the credit card video now... The credit card section was always so confusing to me!
@bergenwilde8358 Жыл бұрын
Oh yeah, thanks a bunch for this! The YNAB starter video is not at all for beginners. It's just a more detailed marketing video 😂
@rachelbarry66994 ай бұрын
Massively helpful tutorial. Thank you!
@Izzybella8911 ай бұрын
This was amazing! Thank you for making this easy, and I feel less stressed out. I'm hoping I'll stick with this!
@702desertmom Жыл бұрын
This is a great video! I’m considering doing YNAB and wanted to see how it works I’ll definitely watch the second one.
@lorenrabbat26379 ай бұрын
This.was.phenomenal. THANK YOU!
@Jonathan-ub6kt11 ай бұрын
Super helpful video! Thank you for breaking everything down so well.
@anaschubert1532 Жыл бұрын
This was so helpful! I’m finally understanding how to set up this app. Thank you!!
@user-tq4bj4vh4n Жыл бұрын
Lexa, what YNAB app are you using on your Mac? Your idea to input all this information on the computer is such a time saver! THANKS for putting together such a helpful, organized presentation🤟
@hannahheath9162Ай бұрын
Is the type of target feature now not offered with YNAB? I have the app now and it does not allow me to categorize. Is this only for the paid version?
@nosirrahm Жыл бұрын
I abandoned all the YNAB shell budget categories too. I already had a spreadsheet, so I needed them to be the same Housing, Transportation, Pets, Shopping, Entertainment, Debt. I need to be able to see those percentages.
@ThebookishSAHM Жыл бұрын
Great video. I'd love to see a more indepth vid about loans in YNAB
@itk39334 ай бұрын
Thank you this was great. I did have to slow you down .75 though!
@Magicwithizz Жыл бұрын
I got a free year for being a student, and I’m finally coming back to it like 5 months later to try again because it confused tf out of me
@valeriejaeger4918 Жыл бұрын
Thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you! I ❤ u!
@Jmay4114 ай бұрын
I’m using the app and I’m confused how to set up monthly target for long term savings
@DallasSuburbsLiving8 ай бұрын
I just side up and my set up looks different. Its set your first Target? Step 1 or 3 Am I doing this correct?
@elenadelisle8 ай бұрын
I have several bills that come through every other month, waste management, water, electricity, etc. How would you categorize?
@JamieSmithCoach Жыл бұрын
This was super helpful thank you
@Sannaland Жыл бұрын
AWESOME video!!! ❤
@adambishop10666 ай бұрын
So helpful!! Thank you :)))
@lisahufnagel2286 Жыл бұрын
How do you deal with bi-weekly mortgage payments?
@lace_sunshine_face Жыл бұрын
I'm confused with setup bc on the left I do not have an option to start a new budget, it doesnt say reports, I've linked accounts but they are also not showing up on the left
@nf31266 ай бұрын
Hi Lexa. Not sure if you mentioned this, but what do you consider Fun Money? this is where I have trouble, because I also have an Eating Out category... so fun money is outside of that but can be so many things
@kelhinna9153 Жыл бұрын
Goodness...sounds like you're wired up on Red Bull lol!
@evecadet2120 Жыл бұрын
Very helpful video for the beginner. I am considering purchasing the YNAB app. Is it a one time payment for the app or a yearly renewal?
@susanmarovic70379 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@christiemole4435 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!!!!
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@janeldamiani3820 Жыл бұрын
What if your water or power is always due on certain days of the month, like it's never consistent? Does that matter?
@DoubleSchmidt6 ай бұрын
Where is that bookshelf from?!?! I love it!!!
@lakeisharhyant2045 Жыл бұрын
Never mind im watching pt 2 whicj woll probably answer my question. This is very helpful. I use ED but very very simply. I love that I don't have to do my own calculations as I try to do every month. I use my credit cards for perks and pay off every month. I fell al tad behind with paying off card but I was doing alot of spending around the holidays and after ore than normal. I guess retail therapy been going through alot. But I have been ready to get back on track which I am. So I signed up for this yesterday and today watching your video and put together my video. Now I'm trying to figure out how to pay off card and where to start my target dates. 🤔 I have them entered as when they will be paid but still need to catch up on my credit card. How can I do this without overbugeting? I'm only maybe a month behind if there but I put everything on the cards for the perks. I'm open to suggestions. Thanks.
@rasmikah007 Жыл бұрын
Hi Lexa. Can you do a budget where you get pay on the 21st of the month and it covers bill for the following month? I’m struggling on how to do this.
@TheAvocadoToastBudget Жыл бұрын
I'm hoping to restart my "Budget for Me" series soon! So hopefully I'll have some examples of that. I also think Part 2 will answer more of your questions around what that looks like! That should be up tomorrow or by the end of the week!
@rasmikah007 Жыл бұрын
Thank you. Will look out for part 2
@pricilasanabria1882 Жыл бұрын
@@TheAvocadoToastBudget I would love to be apart of your Budget With Me series. I just came across your video and YNAB. I don’t have a budget in place at all but how you explain this software and how you use it makes me want to get serious about budgeting. I hope your series comes back soon and I can be featured 😊 !!
@nickqtv Жыл бұрын
I guess I need to add YNAB to my fixed expenses :( I am so bad at money
@what200883 Жыл бұрын
My daughter’s name is Lexa 💕
@elizabetholsen7550 Жыл бұрын
I haven't watched part 2 yet, but my husband and I put all our bills on our credit cards and pay those off in a lump sum every month. Will this type of method still work within YNAB?
@lw14056 ай бұрын
Yes, many, many people do this. Go look at Nick True's YNAB credit card video
@cafelingua813810 ай бұрын
Do you do one on one coaching ?
@leighanastasiamama Жыл бұрын
This was very helpful! Thank you!
@kbar43818 ай бұрын
Not the best tutorial for people like me with below average financial literacy.
@user-tq4bj4vh4n Жыл бұрын
Never mind, I just realized you’re on the web version, duh
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@katrinaslorstad607811 ай бұрын
Ok but what exactly do you buy for 50 bucks on your plants?!? Lol or do you buy $50 worth of plants a month!?! 😮
@outbackyank6122 Жыл бұрын
wow.......i cant listen that fast!!!
@DenaWald10 ай бұрын
I'm sure the info is great, but you go way too fast. Guessing it's to keep the length of the tutorial as short as possible.
@leahwalton68896 ай бұрын
Under the settings icon on the top right corner, you can change the playback speed to .75 or .50 to slow down the video.
@thesteward1442 Жыл бұрын
you talk too fast for beginners to comprehend the content
@wellnesscanceradvocate85648 ай бұрын
Slow downnnnnnnn
@backiejigley12087 ай бұрын
Who has a freaking computer and all of these videos are on a computer
@TheSwimmom19 ай бұрын
man you talk really fast
@JC-bm7nv Жыл бұрын
Just starting a trial of YNAB and your video has been the most helpful out of all of them. I have a 3 family property I want to include with my budget sort-of separately and I hope your future videos will help explain how to do that along with my personal budget. Anyway, Thanks and I will follow from now on.
@lanipalarca82354 ай бұрын
You probably have good content. Had to quit. Are you in a hurry that you talk too fast. Cant continue listening. Sorry
@yorocco117 күн бұрын
I’m so confused, I’m gonna puke.
@ncc926 Жыл бұрын
I just signed up for YNAB again. Your video is extremely helpful. Especially the ADHD tips 🥲
@teapurveyor Жыл бұрын
It's definitely the same on a PC as on a Mac... it's a website!
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@user-ki6xd1oc4x8 ай бұрын
Me and my girlfriend are getting started with YNAB in the new year as we combine finances, this video was super useful! Thank you so much. New subscriber.