How much does that party really cost?
Do you know what you’re spending on birthdays?
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Happy Thursday, happy April and happy birthday month to meeee!!
I don't know about you, but I LOVE birthdays! I don't know what it is. It's not about gifts or parties or spending a ton of money. Maybe it's about the cake hmmmm....I do love a good cake! 🎂 (Or any chocolaty dessert really...but I digress.)
If you know my husband, send him this photo!
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Events like birthdays can be a stress on some budgets, though. Do you have an amount that you spend on birthday festivities for your kids or partner? Have you ever paid attention to the total you spend for a birthday? If you're not careful, it can creep up into several hundreds of dollars.
I'm not here to tell you how much you should or shouldn't spend on a birthday. I'm just here to ask, do you know the number? And are you ok with that number?
Everything in your budget comes down to your priorities. What is most important to you right now? And are your dollars reflected that way? If not, it might be worth taking some time to evaluate your spending!
If you're not sure where to start, check out my free expense tracker. You can download it in just a few minutes and be on your way to knowing where your money is going!
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About the author
Lindsey Ciarrocca is a Financial Planner, YNAB Certified Budgeting Coach and Certified Money Coach and has been helping people take control of their finances since 2016.
Many people carry a lot of emotions related to money — shame, guilt, fear, anxiety — which can hinder them from living their best life. Lindsey is passionate about helping her clients create a more positive relationship with their money so they can use it as a tool to build their businesses, live their Greatest Life and create positive change in the world.
She is a self-described budgeting nerd and crazy cat lady and loves helping people learn to use their money as a tool to help them achieve their biggest, wildest dreams — rather than be an obstacle.
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