UNSTUFFING MONEY BINDERS | HOW MUCH I SAVED IN FOUR MONTHS | LOW INCOME SAVINGS

[@JordanBudgets]

Hey y'all!! If you messaged me, emailed me, or reached out on Etsy over the weekend, I'm responding to all of those emails and messages now! Sorry I unplugged this last weekend so I'm a little late getting back with everyone. But that's happening right now. I can't wait to reconnect! 💗

[@chrischandler2456]

That’s pretty awesome 👏🏽

[@sheilawiard2077]

I work in a municipal city offices. I have had a couple of cash handling classes throughout my 14 years with the City that I work for. As you are counting your $$, keep a small container of paperclips near you. Sort and count your money into stacks by bill type. Put a per clip on stacks of $25 ones, on stacks of $500 twenties. You can even click $5 and $10s in $100 stacks to help you not lose count of where you are at. I love your videos and you are doing great.

[@bridgetkeller8649]

So crazy how much money you accumulate with cash envelopes! I would have never been able to save as much as I have and I’ve only been cash stuffing since august

[@MissouriPrepper64052]

Girl no worries i figured out the labels for the "green binder" i rodered from u n was able to add the personalization !! WOW girl u did a wonderful job !!! i love when people do percentages with their bills !! Girl look at u over 5K now !!

[@JordanBudgets]

Ohh good I'm glad you figured it out! I'm feeling nervous about percentages because I've never done it this way but I think it's what I need to do now to keep me more motivated. And yes, I'm so excited and thankful for 5k! ❤️

[@saelsi18]

This is one of the greatest, most realistic and chaotic videos I’ve watched and I feel SEEN! I’m a mess with my counting with it all over the place. This video gave me LIFE.

[@JordanBudgets]

Haha thank you Sarah!! This is one of those real REAL videos. Hahaha. OH I think you messaged me on Etsy.. if that was you, I'm checking those tonight! ❤️

[@saelsi18]

@@JordanBudgets sounds good!!

[@gibabyog]

We all need some off time 🙌🏻 I was super lazy this weekend and it felt awesome. It’s so satisfying seeing how much money was saved.

[@AmyBudgets]

Hi Jordan! I’m so glad you did this video bc I have to confess that I also had to unstuff my sinking fund binder last month 😭 it felt so uncomfortable bc I just wanted to keep it in there and watch it grow, but that’s what savings are for. It’s so much better than swiping a card, so you’re still doing amazing!! Thank you for continuing to share your journey with us , we love you! 💕

[@yourzeysqueeze]

I work as an accounts receivable and would recommend counting how many bills you have in each denomination. Write it on a note and then add it up. That may be easier to know how much you have. ☺️

[@spiritualsoulchild]

Great tip

[@ccinhd]

yes, Jordan! Sooo much yes in this video. Appreciate the rawness of it all. Don’t ever feel as though you have to apologize for taking time for yourself and your sons. Self care before all else. Without that, there will be no rejuvenated Jordan to run a youtube channel nor an etsy shop. So kuddos to you for that. Super excited for part two - can’t wait! 💜

[@myriamoliva2801]

Some things we plan can be revised to do what we need get done!! You are a real life player! God bless and continued giving you wisdom and strength!!

[@JudySpeaksDinero]

Hi there! I’m so glad you did this! I feel like sometimes we just need to start all over to make sure we are aligned with our goals and on the right track. Can’t wait for part two! ☺️❤️🌸

[@allisonharris9155]

I don't have a side job at the moment. I take care of my disabled daughter full-time and also have two older children ages 11 & 14. We are in a position that is complicated, but ain't that life lol. I feel like the whole nation is going through it. Your videos are wonderful though and have the potential to help so many people...especially since you are so down to earth. Peace and good tidings from Missouri and Good Luck in the New Year!

[@thisbudgetlife1770]

I am constantly re-thinking my categories and envelopes. When I write out my spending, some of my expenses don’t always mesh up with the envelopes and I want it to be nice and neat! Lol

[@aestheralu2201]

So satisfying to watched you unstuffing all those money. Lately I changed my mind that I will put $5 notes aside whenever I get changed from buying things(and try not to spend it lol). On the end of the month or during my off day, I will do a bill exchange to $10/$50 note from the $5 note I kept for one month.

[@KellysCreativeDreams]

I did the $5 last year and saved $1100 in a year! Doing it again this year and anxious to see what I accumulate. I count it up on New Years Eve.

[@debs_debt_journal]

Fab! Where can I buy the dividers for inside the envelopes? They are a must have for me x

[@amandagutierrez9994]

Yayyyy! Can’t wait for the “re-stuffing” ❤️

[@gabs0405]

So happy you took time off for you and your boys. Bonding is always a must.

[@mimistacks22]

I loved this video !! I think this was a great idea and something I definitely plan to do. My budget and priorities are always changing so I love moving my money around to meet my needs. Thanks for sharing 🤍✨💸

[@kamilareeder1493]

Its so helpful and nice to see someone at my income level having sucess with it ❤

[@oneofjune4752]

Thanks for sharing! It might help to count the number of the denomination and then multiply by it’s value (I.e 40 (ten dollars) bills x 10 = 400).

[@mrsmontanacheeks]

🥵 she def did it the hard way.

[@debgamboa3869]

Hi Jordan. I’m new to your channel and love it. Love how you’re very real and relatable. Glad you took some time for yourself…we all need that, especially when working and having young kids. I have 5 kids, all grown ages 21-38 but I remember well needing some “me” time…which was a long bubble bath at the end of the day after my husband got home from work. I plan to start the envelope system starting January 1st so I’m trying to learn all I can. Thanks again for your channel.❤️

[@Goldenrodbudgets]

You are such an inspiration. I hope to be in this position one day! I am just starting my journey and it has been a game changer so far.

[@thecraftysparrow]

Where did you get the dividers inside each envelope? I like that idea.

[@katherinecook3278]

Quick question... I love the stickers and budgets slips you have in your binders in this video.(tie dye looking ones) When you order them how many different categories are there? Example gas, food, rent etc. Thank you 😊

[@kellydavis6862]

Love all your videos Jordan! They are so very helpful! Can’t wait for the part 2 of the restuffing binders! Thank you for sharing with us! I do have questions regarding your planner that you are launching in January. Can you give us any sneak peeks or info? I’m so excited to see it but also so picky about my planners - lol. I am so ready to go ahead and get new one for next year but I am holding out because I just know yours will be awesome and I don’t want to miss out. Just very impatient! Thank you again for sharing your time, your ideas and your life with others to help us on out journeys!

[@sandrak596]

You did an amazing job! It really adds up!Cant wait for the next video! 💕

[@itzy351]

I think it’s great that you take the weekend to yourself it’s always great to have some me time.

[@lisaedwards2151]

Loved this type of video and I must see how you distribute your money back to your envelopes! Good job!

[@AMK1617]

You should get the set of fireproof bags from Amazon for your money planners to protect them in an emergency and hide them in a safe spot in your home including very important papers and it will all be together to grab quickly

[@CLVRTHG]

I have a question. If all that money has been sitting in your envelopes. Wouldn’t it be better to stay in the bank to grow some interest?

[@PrincetonGirl0817]

I did a fun day trip this weekend and yes sometimes you need you time and kiddos time

[@julitakudryk4751]

Can you please walk us through your whole % division amongst everything that you allocate your money to?

[@VeronicaG_777]

I've seen other budget babes and when it comes to this subject they use a calculator to make sure and not loose track

[@Chroniclesofacashstuffingirl]

I cannot wait to order from your shop. Soon! Great job saving all that money I hope to get there one day too. You are definitely inspiring me more than you know. 😃👊💰💲💪💯💓

[@Melaniesmugz]

I live paycheck to paycheck and can't get this started. Help?

[@sharonsobolewski3707]

OH WOW I LOVE YOUR RED PINK AND BLACK BINDERS NICE I CUT MY LEFT RING FINGER SO IM HAVING A HARD TIME TYPING

[@bigblock4458]

Hey do you know michael jordan and kobe brayant and stephen currison?

[@moonsbudget2045]

The vid is just beginning, but the thumbnail has me HYPED! 💛😂

[@josepht.7937]

Your slight confusion, did it for me. New subscriber! 👍🏻

[@hannahkirby6961]

Are you going to put those little dividers into your Etsy shop? I love those!

[@budgetwithfre888]

Way to go Jordan!!! Look at all that cash, that is so awesome, can wait to see it all go back. Have a great day.

[@thecallifamily8864]

So would you have to pull the money every month for bills and sinking funds? Plus for the savings challenge would you have to pull that money out at the end of the year? I’m still learning this process and far it’s helping me not spending all of my money and I gave my cash a job and my husband and I are saving for a house in the future.

[@dailyorangepill3338]

A "Diversion Safe" is good for hoarding cash or other valuable items. Some look like a real book, can of food, shave cream, etc.

[@MissBudgets]

Absolutely loved this! Looking forward to part 2 xxx

[@EllieandGinger]

Congrats on 5k! That's amazing! I also have to do stacks of 100 sometimes.... counting is hard lol especially when you throw in random 50s

[@APachecopinay808]

Congratulations of 5K subscribers🥳Awesome savings😊

[@1sttimemom76]

Enjoyed the video. The bloopers made it exciting. Great job.

[@budgetwithemmy]

Hi Jordan! I’m still trying to find time to have an off day 😅 I could definitely use one of those! Loved this video! Look at all that money! 🤑 You don’t realize how much is actually saved when it’s all split in the envelopes. That’s amazing! Looking forward to the reorganization of the binders in your next video! ☺️

[@ladyslifeandbudgetjourney1633]

Wow girl!! Congrats on saving that much!! Much I wish I could meet up with you in Nashville this weekend!!

[@starrchick28]

This video was new on your page and I liked it! I'm excited to see what new categories you came up with!

[@DenisesBudgetingJourney]

Loving this!!! Can’t wait for part 2!!!

[@JustKillingTime24]

It might be easier to keep track on a calculator when counting. I have to do that because i get confused lol.

[@hawahawalol91]

Hi, may I knew whether the binder is A5 or A6? Thank you.

[@naseebah5506]

This video is so exciting! I wanted to tell you that you double stuffed winter vacation and you have an extra $5 in there! And the Sephora sale ends today if you wanted extra makeup! ❤️

[@JordanBudgets]

Oh thank you! Going to check out Sephoras website now! ❤️❤️❤️

[@StephaniesHomestyle]

First video watching you unstuff was great! New subbie

[@rachelbishop1617]

Wow that’s a very good amount to have saved. Can’t wait for part two 😍

[@budgetingnurse2780]

How often do you stuff your envelopes? Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly? I get paid bi-weekly so I am trying to wrap my brain around how to start with that schedule.

[@JordanBudgets]

My money comes in very randomly right now but I pull money from the bank once a week and stuff envelopes with that money. If you are paid bi-weekly I would stuff money bi-weekly to keep things easy. 💙

[@candy2325]

I get paid weekly so I stuff mines when I get paid weekly

[@DavidEVogel]

Total your past 12 months spending by category. Divide each category by the number of pay periods/year. That is the amount that you must stuff each pay period.

[@chrischandler2456]

Love it I’m a crazy saver as well I like to use cash for everything I can so I can save the change but if I have 32.00 I’ll take the 2.00 an fold it up an put in change jar until I have $100. Then I consolidate it I also keep my Pennie’s separate

[@dreasbudgetlife1879]

Lol 😂 I can’t count on camera either! Thought it was just me. I always do a quick rehearsal and count fine. As soon as the camera comes on….I’m like huh?!? 😂🤪

[@kennedisbudgetandtings6795]

New subbie here 💗👏🏼 I love that you re assessed your priority binder I’ve definitely had to do that a few times.

[@KreesBudgetJourney]

So satisfying to watch!!💗

[@TheOscar15432]

Great video. Can’t wait to see what u do with ur binders.

[@JamiesRealisticLife]

I keep changing my binders. I just can’t figure out my style. Good job on saving. Be careful on your trip. Nashville is a beautiful place.

[@Sunshine_Harrison54]

New sub. So glad I found you because you are so real and funny. I like the percentages idea.

[@mamalovesbudgeting4017]

OMG 😱 this video was great 😊 and excited 😜. Many blessings Jordan. I’m so happy 😁 for you love si

[@denisewood9124]

Can u pls tell me so u put a certain amount each mounth and you keep putting money in it n if its not used at the end you count all the xtra money left in all the envelopes bcaus im confused how u save

[@momtalksbudget617]

Thats kinda my goals with next year. Thank u for sharing 💗

[@kaysbudgetlife1887]

Love this video especially the one month ahead

[@PrincetonGirl0817]

Yes can't wait for your next video

[@budgetingnurse2780]

OMG- amazing! I can’t wait to do this with mine at the end of the year!

[@ResourcesWithMarie]

That is such a savings total I have to do the same thing un stuff the binder that I have and set up all my categories

[@homesteadingwithapurpose9681]

You’re doing a great job💜

[@cindywagner23]

I’m still wondering why you stuffed all that cash and never used it for it’s intended purpose.

[@CathysCashCoin]

Congrats again on the 5k! You are doing amazing! I think about all the money in my binders that would have been spent on who knows what! This journey has helped me save so much! Amazing job Jordan!!😊💚

[@AsmrbyNoelle]

Im so excited!

[@BonniesJourneys]

Amazing!! I am going to start cash budgeting again very very soon!

[@haybudgets1709]

I am so excited for the next video. I can't wait to see what you add

[@greerstirling9665]

Love this!

[@Drganguli]

It is nice to see the real dollar bills

[@dcbudgets3053]

Wowwww $2,450. Great job Jordan!! I can’t wait to see how you reshuffle this money. Have a great week!! ❤️

[@KellysCreativeDreams]

Hey Jordan. 4 months? Serously! Girl, you have this figured out. Safe trip to Nashville. Avoid traffic on 24 during rush hour or you'll be sitting. If you're going downtown, parking is costly. Looking for to more of your videos.

[@beverley7189]

Can’t wait to see the re-stuffing 😊!!

[@qq1651]

I think you budget on the bare minimum of what you think your income will be for the month, and then use the excess (presumably for the extra you may make from KZbin) you didnt account for from KZbin for your sinking funds. You prioritize your emergency fund, your bills/business & debt and then worry about your sinking funds. After your ER fund, bills/business & debt payments, If you dont have enough for your sinking funds, then you cut back on the whatever you can in your bills category like cutting out subscriptions, lowering your grocery bill, sell something, lower your phone bill, cut cable etc.

[@debbieb7754]

Excited for your next video. 😀

[@bzbrown977]

I'm still trying to understand why you would pull out of a bank to put into a wallet only to put it back in again...I love the idea of tracking, but I just don't get why to pull out actual cash...Im so lost!

[@darlenelong6353]

I a new subscriber, you saved a lot in a short amount of time.

[@mommytradertube]

Hey Jordan! Look at all that money you saved in a short amount of time! Isn't it awesome what we can achieve when we focus on our money goals! Great job!

[@JordanBudgets]

Absolutely it is amazing isn't it? Thanks for watching! ❤️❤️❤️

[@MultiJean19]

Try counting only denominations and writing it down.

[@thebudgetlab7070]

Way to go! You’ve done so great with saving! 😁

[@Trying2Grow]

Kinda confused but I’m sure I’ll figure it out . Why did you unstuff the bills binder?

[@JordanBudgets]

I just unstuffed everything to count it. I'm going to be restuffing all the binders with this money. (I needed a little reset on my categories and my bills binder needed more.) ❤️

[@savingwithrosie7678]

You are doing so well! I’m a new cash stuffer ❤️❤️❤️

[@llaleetcox7262]

So you will not be stuffing anymore???

[@JordanBudgets]

Ohh I will be! I'm just pulling it and putting more in my bills binder and refocusing on some of my categories and taking out others. I just needed a little reset since my budget and income have changed so much. ❤️

[@singlemom5budgets299]

I need to order more envelopes 🥰. I just gotta put the money in the bank to cover it.

[@budgetwithjosie]

Thank you for sharing this and for being so real!

[@nancydineen6797]

Does your money ever go to a bank?

[@MarcellHobbs]

You mentioned comments from my greatest curiosity at 8-9 minutes in, you have cash devoted in envelopes, but you spend using debit or credit with Amazon or drink machine. That is my greatest confusion with this whole process. I have direct deposit and automatic bill pay. I can’t see stuffing as a benefit outside of saving for a project. Please help and describe. I’m so interested.

[@JordanBudgets]

Ohh yes I can see how that's confusing! I do have one credit card and an amazon card. When I spend on either of those I pull money from my envelope, put it in the bank, and pay off that card. So Christmas for example, I spent a lot on my Amazon for Christmas so I pulled all that money and paid off the card the next time I went to the bank. It's helpful to see the money in cash so you know exactly what you have. If I just had this $2,500 sitting in the bank I would have spent much more on Christmas because I would feel like I have that much for Christmas. I hope that makes sense. As for the drink machine, I didn't give myself cash this last week for variable expenses so I used my card all week and I spent way more than I usually do. That was just a cash budgeting flop on my end. 💙

[@MarcellHobbs]

@@JordanBudgets okay, yes that makes sense. I ordered a Money Budget Planner from Passionate Penny Pincher. It is supposed to come with envelopes. It just shipped out today and when it arrives I’ll share an introduction review on my channel. I think it may springboard my process. Thanks for your explanation. Blessings❣️

[@DavidEVogel]

you have cash devoted in envelopes, but you spend using debit or credit with Amazon or drink machine. Your brain is accustomed to "charge it," so you do not think in terms of credit cards. A dental cleaning is $150. Pay with cash. An oil change for your car is $50. Pay in cash. Pay cash for groceries.

[@DearDebt]

Amazing job Jordan! Love seeing that stack of cash 😍 woo!

[@nowadays2973]

Wow! I just started my envelope this week. I hope to save money for a little farm so I can be self sufficient.

[@gracegehrke3644]

Hi Wow thats all I can say is wow! That was a lot of one Great unstuffing! That was a lot of money God bless

[@sharenread8677]

Every time you use plastic credit,the bank always charges you tax and takes it off your card as interest for using the building’s vendor machine. That is called interest,which is very sneaky. Sharen