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Mar 2025

35m 44s

How To Create A Budget That You Don't Ha...

Alex Hourigan and Sally McMullen

About this episode

We chat how to actually budget your money, a hack to easily track your expenses & the three money goals everyone should have in their 20s with accredited financial counsellor Victoria Vivente. We also talk how much money you should have in your emergency fund & why you NEED to leave room for the fun sh*t in life.

🧾LINKS & RECEIPTS

Follow Victoria Vivente on Instagram

Read Know Your Worth by Victoria Vivente

The Spending Tracker App

Check out Victoria Vivente on Substack

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🎙️CREDITS

Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan

Executive Producer: Roisin Yau

Studio/Editor: Made In Katana

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