I designed a 52 Week Savings Plan that has you do the reverse. You allocate $52 on Week 1 and work your way down to $1 on ...

Use NerdWallet's free template to make a budget that aligns with the 50/30/20 spending rule. A budget can show you where your money is going so you can make changes if needed.

Here’s how to create a savings plan that works and how to follow through until you reach your savings goal. Step 1: Know Exactly What You’re Saving For. First, get clear on your goal.