How Do I Stick to My Budget?

So you've sat down with your significant other (or on your own, if your finances are solo) and created your budget, using a spreadsheet or an app. Now the trick becomes sticking to it, and making adjustments as needed as you learn where your money goes every month. A lot of people assume that since it's a monthly budget, you only need to check it once a month. In fact, it's a good idea to check it weekly, so you have time to make adjustments to your estimates and spending over the course of the ...