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YNAB Template

Nick True’s Starter Template

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Get started using Nick True's template that blends top-of-mind bills with build-a-better-life category groups. He designed this for a beginning YNABer living check-to-check and looking for more margin.

Notes

The sample amounts are based on a family of four living in a low-to-medium cost of living area and taking home around $7,500/month. They are working on a debt snowball, so they aren't saving a lot of irregular expenses but they are trying to save a little each month so they don't have to take on m ore debt when things come up. Take the amounts with a grain of salt, and update the categories and amounts to match your family and life.

Template Features

  • Import categories to new or existing YNAB account
  • Customize categories and order
  • Set and track target amounts
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