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  1. Basics

Overspending

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Last updated 9 months ago

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Managing Overspending

When you exceed the budget you set for a specific category, it’s important to take action quickly to stay on track. Overspending can happen for various reasons, but the good news is that our app makes it easy to correct.

Whenever you overspend in a category, sort it out as soon as possible. By reallocating funds or assigning any unallocated money, you can bring your budget back into balance. This ensures that you can trust your numbers and stay confident in your financial decisions. The quicker you fix overspending, the smoother your budgeting journey will be!


Steps to Fix Overspending

  • Check for Pending Allocations:

    • If you have unallocated money, the easiest way to fix overspending is by assigning that money to the overspent category. This ensures your budget is balanced again without needing to adjust other categories.


  • Reallocate Funds from Other Categories:

    • If you don’t have unallocated money, you’ll need to transfer funds from a different category. For example, if you overspent on groceries but have extra funds in your entertainment budget, you can reallocate that money to cover the excess.

The app’s Smart Suggestion Tool (represented by the thunder icon) offers recommendations on which categories are the best fit for reallocating funds. This makes it easier to manage your budget without having to decide manually where to pull from.


  • Final Check:

    • After reallocating funds or assigning pending allocations, confirm that your categories are balanced. The app will display a confirmation, like "Well done, everything is settled up," when all overspending is resolved.


Keeping Your Budget Healthy

By regularly reviewing your budget and addressing any overspending quickly, you can ensure that your finances remain balanced and aligned with your goals. The app helps by providing easy-to-follow suggestions and automating parts of the process, making budgeting more intuitive and stress-free.