Getting Started with EveryDollar

Welcome! Let’s get you budgeting with confidence!

EveryDollar helps you plan, track, and take control of your money in just a few steps. Whether you’re using the free version or EveryDollar Premium, this guide will walk you through how to get started and make the most of your budget.

Step 1: Enter Your Income

Start by adding your expected income for the month. This appears as your Planned amount in EveryDollar. Enter a line item for each paycheck you plan to receive during the month.

Example: If you expect to earn $2,000 per paycheck this month, enter that as the planned amount for each paycheck line item (see below).

Step 2: Plan Your Expenses

Assign a Planned amount to each budget item below your income section in EveryDollar, from housing and groceries to giving and savings, plan out how you are going to use your income until your Left to Budget amount at the top reaches $0.00. 

Congratulations! You now have an EveryDollar budget!

💡 Pro Tip:  A successful budget equals income – expenses = zero. Once every dollar has a job, you’ll have clarity, control, and confidence with your money.