To create a successful budget, you first have to make sure you fully understand your income

Struggling to make a budget that sticks? Make sure you understand the nuances of your primary source of income.

For most of us, income is the easiest-to-understand part of your budget. You know how much you make (usually $100 shy of enough) and how often it comes in (at least a day late). It’s figuring out where all income goes each month that’s the hard part.