Holidays

Experiences Age Like Wine, Things Age Like Milk

Discover the psychology behind why we so often prioritize things over experiences. The "Ben's" of YNAB dive into some practical tip to prioritize memory-making.

Ben Barlowe

November 7, 2024

Quality Over Quantity: How to Change Your Mindset Around Gift Giving

Transform holiday spending into a source of joy instead of guilt with these ideas from the YNAB team.

Emily Hudson

November 30, 2023

Keep the Grinch Away This Holiday With FICO’s Anti-Fraud Tips

Higher sales volume during the holiday season also means a greater risk of credit card fraud. And this year, credit card fraud risk is higher than usual ...

YNAB

December 18, 2017

Christmas Shopping on a Budget: Merry & Meaningful

Whether you're looking to personalize gift-giving or trying to avoid the stress of more debt, Christmas shopping on a budget can help!

Hannah Maser

December 9, 2021

50 Cheap Gift Ideas for Christmas 2020

We’ve assembled a list of 50 cheap gift ideas that are $30 or less—they're budget-friendly yet oh-so original. Happy gifting!

Rachel Wong

December 2, 2020

Hiding Gifts When Sharing a Budget

Keep the element of surprise alive by hiding gifts while sharing a budget. Here's how to keep your presents a secret until they're unwrapped!

Rachel Wong

December 6, 2022

16 Free (or Almost Free) Gift Ideas

Budget a little tight this Christmas? Check out our list of 16 low-cost or no-cost gift ideas that are big on heart and light on the budget.

Rachel Wong

December 12, 2019

A Happy Holiday Budget (with free holiday budget planner!)

Tired of the holiday spending hangover? Check out a holiday budget plan that works and download a free holiday budget planner printable!

Sherri Mancusi

November 9, 2022

5 Ways to Teach Your Kids Gratitude This Christmas

Ideas for establishing some meaningful family traditions that capture all of the Christmas magic without focusing on presents.

Ben Barlowe

December 18, 2018

The YNAB Holiday Gift Guide

Skip the crowds at the mall and log out of Amazon because we’ve compiled a short, holiday gift guide that’s sure to have something for everyone!

Shannon Marie

December 7, 2018

June 25th: Christmas Is Expensive Awareness Day

This year, give your credit card (and anxiety) a break. Relax with your family and friends knowing that your festivities are totally planned and paid for.

Shannon Marie

June 25, 2018

Five Mother’s Day Gifts Under $40

If you’ve not yet scored the perfect Mother’s Day gift, then check out these five ideas—ranging from free to $40, something for every budget!

Shannon Marie

May 9, 2018

How Can I Set Money Aside for Christmas?

Want to have a stress-free Christmas when it comes to buying gifts? Here's how to set money aside for Christmas, starting now.

Shannon Marie

January 30, 2018

Five Tips to Avoid Holiday “Deals”

If you’re feeling the stress of a thousand twinkly lights beating down on you, take heart. Your budget can get you through this season...

Shannon Marie

December 4, 2017

10 Last-Minute Halloween Costumes You Can Pull Off with YNAB Confidence

Costume crisis? Not for a YNABer! You and your kids can still look your ghoulish best with these clever DIY costumes—no stress required.

Emily Hudson

October 28, 2024

Happy Fourth of July!

This Fourth of July, we’ve got a tune that’ll inspire you to shine—with the power of budgeting. So sing your heart out, hairbrush microphone optional …

Lindsey Burgess

June 30, 2017