Automate $200 from each paycheck to savings Start value: 0, Target value: $ 200, Notification frequency: End of Month
Allocate $100 monthly to a digital envelope system using Goodbudget Start value: 0, Target value: $ 100, Notification frequency: End of Month
Define and automate savings for 2 goals using SmartyPig Start value: 0, Target value: 2, Notification frequency: Quarterly
Link 3 savings accounts for different goals with Capital One 360 Start value: 0, Target value: 3, Notification frequency: Annually
Transfer $50 in cashback rewards to savings from Rakuten or a credit card Start value: 0, Target value: $ 50, Notification frequency: Annually
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Initiatives
Set up automatic transfers to a high-yield savings account Automate monthly transfers to a high-yield savings account using online banking services from Ally or Marcus.
Use a savings automation app Use apps like Digit or Qapital to automatically save small amounts based on your spending habits and goals.
Enable round-up savings on purchases Activate round-up savings to the nearest dollar on your debit or credit card transactions, and transfer the difference to savings with apps like Acorns or Chime.
Create savings rules with IFTTT Set up automated savings rules using IFTTT to transfer money to savings when specific conditions are met, such as receiving a paycheck or spending less than a set amount.
Use a digital envelope budgeting system Automate savings allocations using a digital envelope budgeting system like Goodbudget or Mvelopes.
Set up automated goal-based savings Define savings goals and automate contributions towards each goal using platforms like SmartyPig or Simple.
Schedule automated savings for irregular income Automate savings contributions for freelancers or gig workers using income-smoothing tools from Cushion or HoneyBook.
Use employer-sponsored automated savings plans Participate in employer-sponsored savings programs that automate contributions to emergency funds or investment accounts, available through platforms like Fidelity or Vanguard.
Automate savings from cashback rewards Redirect cashback rewards from credit cards or shopping apps like Rakuten directly into your savings account.