Not everyone needs a 47-page budget (seriously)

Sometimes the simplest solution is the smartest one

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It's Ren here with a confession...

I used to think everyone needed one of my comprehensive budget spreadsheets.

You know, the ones with all the tabs, categories, yearly projections, and enough features to make an accountant weep with joy.

And don't get me wrong - thousands of people LOVE them! They're perfect if you want to track every penny, plan years ahead, and have complete financial visibility.

But here's what I've learned from my customers...

Not everyone wants (or needs) that level of detail.

Some of you just want to know:

  • How much money do I have?

  • Where's it going this week/month?

  • Am I staying on track?

That's it. Simple. Clean. Done.

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🤔 The "Right Fit" Problem

You know how trying on clothes works, right?

Sometimes you want the full outfit - coordinated accessories, layers, the works. Other times? You just need that perfect basic tee that goes with everything.

Budgets are the same way.

I was chatting with a customer last week who said: "Ren, I love your comprehensive budget, but honestly? It's like buying a Swiss Army knife when I just need to cut an apple."

She was right.

✅ Introducing: The "Just Right" Solution

That's why I created my Simple Budget collection. (Don’t forget to grab your spooky halloween discount - code at the top of the page)

Four beautiful designs (green, purple, beige, and peach) that give you everything you NEED without the overwhelm you don't.

Here's what makes them perfect:

One Tab Wonder - Everything on a single, easy-to-read page

Works Your Way - Weekly, biweekly, or monthly tracking

Paycheck-Based - Budget by actual income, not theoretical numbers

No Learning Curve - Open it, use it, done

What customers are saying:

"Finally, a budget that doesn't make me feel like I need an accounting degree!" - Sarah M.

"I've tried the complex ones. This is what I actually USE." - James K.

"The purple one is so pretty I actually WANT to open it!" - Michelle R.

💡 Which Budget Is Right For You?

Choose the Simple Budget if:

  • You want quick, at-a-glance tracking

  • You're new to budgeting

  • You prefer simplicity over detailed analysis

  • You budget by paycheck rather than by month

Stick with Comprehensive if:

  • You love detailed financial planning

  • You want yearly projections and trends

  • You track multiple accounts and goals

  • You enjoy diving deep into your numbers

No judgment either way! I use both depending on what I'm tracking.

🎨 Pick Your Favorite

The Simple Budget comes in four gorgeous colors:

  • Forest Green - Calm and grounding

  • Royal Purple - Bold and creative

  • Soft Beige - Clean and minimalist

  • Peachy Keen - Warm and cheerful

Same powerful tracking, just in your favorite aesthetic…

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💭 Final Thought

Remember: The best budget is the one you'll actually use.

Whether that's a comprehensive powerhouse or a simple one-pager, what matters is that it works for YOUR life, YOUR style, and YOUR goals.

Sometimes the simplest solution is the smartest one.

To your success (simplified),

Ren

P.S. Still not sure which is right for you? Hit reply and tell me about your budgeting style - I read every email and love helping people find their perfect fit! 💚💜🤎🍑

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