Budgeting
SMART Goals
Setting achievable financial goals can lead to better budgeting and savings.
Anchoring
Be mindful of the first number proposed in budget discussions and make sure it's based on actual needs and not just the anchor.
Gambler's Fallacy
Recognizing the gambler's fallacy can help you avoid making financial decisions based on recent spending patterns or income fluctuations.
Breadth-First Search
Reviewing all expenses within the same category before analyzing other categories.
Depth-First Search
Applying DFS to review and adjust one area of your budget, like discretionary spending or debt repayment, before moving on to the next can lead to a more effective financial plan.
Five Whys
Identifying the main drivers of overspending to create better financial habits.
Occam's Razor
Cutting unnecessary expenses is often more effective than devising elaborate money-saving schemes.
Similar Situations
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Financial planning: Budgeting and allocating resources to meet different levels of personal needs.
Dunning–Kruger Effect
Budgeting & Spending: People who assume they are "good with money" may overlook financial pitfalls. Acknowledging their gaps can lead to better financial planning.
Availability Bias
Budgeting for Emergencies: Don't neglect building an emergency fund just because you've never faced a financial crisis.