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YNAB Certified Coach Directory

YNAB Certified Coaches have completed an intensive training program and are able to coach you on all of the ins and outs of using YNAB along with additional steps to help get your finances on track.
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Andrea Liebross

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Zionsville, Indiana, United States
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Andrea Liebross Coaching, LLC
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Andrea is the big-thinking expert for high-achieving women entrepreneurs. She’s helped thousands of bold, ambitious women make the shift from thinking small and feeling overwhelmed in business and life to getting the clarity, confidence, and freedom they crave. She authored bestseller She Thinks Big and hosts She Thinks Big podcast.

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Jennifer Trumbore

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Emmaus, Pennsylvania, United States
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Jen Your Money Coach
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Friendly, funny, no-judgement coach ready to help you with your YNAB woes! Specializing in new grads, young adults, couples starting out - helping you start life on the right foot to pay off and avoid debt. I’ll teach you what schools didn’t, about how to live happily with your money!

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Couples
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Elizabeth Schuhr

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Roswell, Georgia, United States
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Hi! Thanks for considering me to work with you on your budget. Besides education and experience, I have a passion for working with individuals and small businesses on their finances. I come to each session with optimism and enthusiasm and look forward to helping you in any way I can.

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Retirees
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Janine Adams

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St. Louis, Missouri, United States
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Peace of Mind Spending
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YNAB changed my life and I'd love to help it change yours too. I can help you figure out your priorities so you can make choices around your money based on what's important to you. YNAB is a fantastic tool for that and I'm here to guide you.

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Eileen Brumitt

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St. Petersburg, Florida, Pinellas
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My YNAB Coach
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As a long-time YNABer, I am thrilled to be a certified YNAB coach. I love working with couples, LGBTQ+ clients, higher ed and non-profit workers, and entrepreneurs to help them learn YNAB and gain confidence with their financial lives.

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Anita Dombovari

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Denver, Colorado, United States
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High Level Coaching
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I'll help you gain control over your spending so you save more money for the things you love. We'll optimize your YNAB so you can buy a home, save for an emergency fund, get out of debt, and pay cash for that next vacation.

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Variable Income
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Chelsea Hester

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New York, New York, United States
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Hi! I help folks who are new to YNAB, have ADHD, and/or have variable income feel confident managing their money in a nonjudgmental and shame-free environment. Together we'll get your budget set up, bring greater awareness to your money flow, and create a more peaceful relationship with your finances.

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Julia McCleave

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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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Fresh Start Money Coaching
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Make a fresh start with your finances, find peace of mind about money, and reach your goals! As your coach, I will ask the right questions, provide encouragement, and keep you accountable. I live in Nova Scotia, Canada with my husband, two children, two step-children, and our beloved beagle, Bella.

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Cyndy Lester

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Houston, Texas, United States
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The Centsless Life
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As someone who handled finances for a low-income household, I managed to break free from the paycheck-to-paycheck living and cultivated a healthy relationship with money. I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and helping others improve their lives through YNAB. Let's team up and build a brighter financial future together!

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Michelle Anderson

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San Diego, California, United States
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Budgeting with Mitch
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I am a full-time policy wonk that is a YNAB coach on the side simply because I am such a fan of the method. I love helping people reach a moment in their financial journey where they are able to spend their money, stress and shame free!

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Variable Income
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Ryan Page

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Nashville, Tennessee, United States
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Backpocket CPA
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I help entrepreneurs organize their finances through outsourced CFO services, cleaning and maintaining bookkeeping, and budget coaching. Let’s chat and see if we’re a good fit!

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Joy Schell

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Grand Isle, Vermont
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Supportive Solutions, LLC
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Joy is a YNAB Certified Coach (May 2025) and a member of the American Association of Daily Money Managers (AADMM). She helps clients gain financial clarity by creating customized budgets and goals. Joy empowers clients to reduce stress, build lasting financial habits, and confidently manage their finances.

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Anna Diemer

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Asheville, North Carolina, United States
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Need to wrap your brain around budgeting or get a handle on your music studio's finances? I'm a queer & neurodivergent professional singer and voice teacher here to help fellow members of the LGBTQ+ community, creatives, and small business owners learn to budget.

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Variable Income
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Emily Meoz

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Portland, Oregon, United States
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You Need A Family Budget Coach
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Every family is unique. And what you do with your money is, too! I can help you take control and create a spending plan that works for your family (however you define family!) YNAB has made a huge difference for my family. I'm excited to help you and yours!

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Jeff Merrell

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Sandy, Utah, United States
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Wise Money Mentor
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You crave greater clarity, control, and confidence with your finances, and I know how to help you get there. Want proof? Check out the video testimonials on my website to hear about my impact on clients, and try out coaching for yourself – the first session is free (1 hr)!

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Boris Steiner

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Stuttgart, Germany
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Boris Steiner Coaching & Training
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Are you ready to discover financial agility? As a a self-employed, certified Co-Active Coach with a background in agile product development, I know the challenges around that in and out! I will help to create your budget, be clear about your priorities and adapt to whatever comes your way financially.

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Variable Income
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Trevor Vance

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Marysville, Washington, United States
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Intentional Budgets
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I offer a free 30 minute initial consultation, where we’ll discuss your next steps along the way, so that you can find success in your personal finance journey. I've helped people create budgets and debt repayment plans. Including the elimination of nearly $200,000 of debt in the last 5 years.

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Christine Langley

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Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
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Christine Langley, Financial Coaching
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I help women, couples, and entrepreneurs gain clarity, confidence, and control through financial coaching rooted in real-life cash flow. With YNAB as our tool, I support clients navigating life or business transitions—guiding them to intentional spending, aligned goals, and lasting financial freedom. No shame or blame—just strategy, support, and transformation.

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Kristen Donnellan

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Fort Worth, Texas, United States
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Kristen Donnellan Coaching
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YNAB helped me to leave my day job so I could be a stay at home mom 9 years ago. Now I'm a Catholic budgeting and mindset coach as well as a mom of 4 littles. I love helping families take control of their finances and live life on purpose!

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Suzanne Chaix

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Concord, California, United States
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Swell Rising
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YNAB has helped me step off the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck and I enjoy sharing the benefits of YNAB with anyone who will listen! I became a certified coach in 2022 to help others experience the same financial freedom I have.

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Retirees
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Miriam Pérez

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Washington D.C., United States
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As a self-employed writer and activist who has been using YNAB since 2013, I know that fully understanding your finances gives you the best shot at living your best life. (Hint: It's all about prioritizing!) Because I care about accessibility, I offer sliding scale pricing.

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Julie Dunscomb

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Portland, Oregon, United States
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New to budgeting or YNAB? I can help you align your budget with your needs, values and desires. I can help you understand how to use the YNAB method and software to find peace with your money.

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Retirees
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Maggie Weinreb

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Tarrytown, New York, United States
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Technically Maggie
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Maggie is an advocate for mental health and a former math teacher. She has a goal to support people's mental health by helping create systems, such as a solid budget! Most importantly, Maggie's life revolves around her dog, Zoey.

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Variable Income
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Katharine Williams

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Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Centre Stage Money
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I coach people from all walks of life, from all over the world. I have a background in theatre so I've got lots of understanding of freelancers, people in the creative industries, and those on fluctuating incomes.

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Variable Income
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Brandon Olivares

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Johnstown, Pennsylvania, USA
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Possible Promise Financial
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My mission is to redefine the way you think about money. I believe YNAB can be transformative for anyone who truly understands and lives the principles behind the software. I'd love to help you discover how YNAB can change your relationship with money for the better.

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Variable Income
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Joy Triolo

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Sugar Hill, GA, United States
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Welcome, Joy here. My passion is Empowering 60y+ Christian Single Wealthy (1M+) Working Woman to become humbly confident money managers using YNAB.com! As a long-time YNABer and grateful certified YNAB coach, I love giving value working with smart wealthy 60y+ Christian Woman in Life Transitions of Singleness: Divorce, Widow, and Retirement.

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Retirees
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Darío Martínez

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Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
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Sal de la Olla
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¿Hablas español y quieres usar YNAB para dominar tus finanzas? Yo estoy preparado para acompañarte en tu camino. Soy Dominicano y en mi país, imaginamos la estrechez financiera como estar dentro de una olla ardiente. ¡Trabaja conmigo y saldrás de la olla para siempre!

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Jessica Koch

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Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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Koch Legal & Financial Solutions
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I am a Certified YNAB coach, graduate of the Financial Coach Academy, licensed financial advisor, and former family lawyer. I specialize in helping newly single people get their financial lives back in order.

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Variable Income
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Whitney Farmer

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Alexandria, Virginia, United States
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I offer 15 or 30 minute consultations. Think of it as an on-demand customer service hotline! I do not offer packages, however you can book as many or as few sessions as you’d like with me.

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Lindsey Ciarrocca

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Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States
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The Exuberant Elephant
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Lindsey is a YNAB Certified Budgeting Coach and Certified Money Coach (CMC)®. She is passionate about helping her clients create a more positive relationship with their money so they can use it as a tool to build their businesses, live their Greatest Life and create positive change in the world.

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Amanda Perez

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Corona, California, United States
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Amplified Budget
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I enjoy helping clients define their budget and know where their money goes. Over 12 years ago, YNAB helped my family get out of debt, pay for university without student loans, and buy our first house. It also helped us raise financially mature young adults. Let’s chat…

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Tyler Smith

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Lehi, Utah, United States
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Tyler Smith Consulting LLC
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Stop feeling broke. Spend an hour coaching with me at no cost.

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Michelle Yaciuk

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Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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My Family's Budget
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Do I know what it is like to have variable income?! Absolutely! Have I come from a place where money has been super tight to a place where I almost have no real money stresses - you bet. I'm here to help and support you in creating your best financial life.

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Nancy Abramowitz

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Hartford, Connecticut, United States
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The Budget Brain
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Hello! I firmly believe that YNAB can help you love the way you use your money, and I’d be thrilled to help you feel confident about your spending plan. I enjoy setting up first-time budgets as well as troubleshooting existing budgets. I especially love working with neurodivergent folks (like me!)

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Jacqueline Keeley

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New York City, New York, United States
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The Wealthy Artist Collective
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Personal finance coach and actress. Have run my personal and business budgets on YNAB for 10 years, and love using YNAB to handle unpredictable income. Have coached folks how to use YNAB for about 8. I have a lot of fun budgeting and you can too! =)

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Maria Garcia-Leano

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Houston, Texas, United States
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Budgeting with Maria LLC
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I’m a wife, a mother, and a passionate YNAB enthusiast. I love numbers, have an analytical mindset, and enjoy assisting others. My mission is to help people create personalized financial plans/budgets aligned with their values and goals, ultimately leading them toward financial freedom.

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Sarah Elledge

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Mineral Wells, Texas, United States
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Every Penny Accounts
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My passion is to help people live wealthier and feel better about their finances every single day. I do this by helping you recognize your obstacles, discover your goals, and ensure you’re having fun along the way!

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Marin Laukka

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Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
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Yes&, LLC
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Joyful Budgeting for female solopreneurs who want to ditch scarcity, get organized, and ENJOY cash flow. Marin applies her expertise in Positive Psychology to ensure you achieve personal and professional goals faster, spend money without guilt, and live with greater ease and freedom because you know you have it covered.

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John Verin

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Ohio, United States
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John Verin Coaching & Consulting LLC
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My holistic approach serves body, mind and spirit with Integral coaching, Zen meditation, qigong and deep relationship with nature. I am certified by Integral Coaching Canada, trained in Zen for 20 years, and as an ecological horticulturist also provide coaching for climate change stress.

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Holly Grosvenor

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Fairfax Station, Virginia, United States
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Microstuff LLC
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Since 2018, Holly Grosvenor has been a financial coach, helping families gain financial confidence to take control of their lives and guide them towards financial independence. She provides one-on-one coaching on basic personal finances.

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Galt Dunn

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Sacramento, California, United States
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Dunn Budget Coaching
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I want to help others confidently make good decisions around money, and enjoy teaching the software in an easy-going and non-judgmental space. I offer prorated YNAB technical assistance, helping individuals or couples develop budget plans that work for them, and a beginner-friendly introduction to budgeting and personal finance generally.

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Candida Stamp

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Athens, Ohio, United States
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Big Time Bookkeeping, LLC
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I help small business owners use the YNAB method to confidently manage their money and make spending decisions based on their personal and business vision. My ideal clients are service-based and craft business owners who want to live off their business income. I also provide bookkeeping services using QuickBooks Online.

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JanaLee Pickett

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Eagle Mountain, Utah, United States
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Hope on a Dime
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Fall in love with how you spend your money! Gain clarity on your finances and discover the habits that bring confidence to your spending. Identify your values and priorities, ensuring your money aligns with what matters most. Start with a free session and take the first step toward financial hope!

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Shannon Wilkinson

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Portland, Oregon, United States
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As a YNAB, money & life coach, I can help you get your finances under control once and for all. Whether you need to get (re)started, fine-tune your YNAB skills, let go of limiting beliefs, or create new habits, you can build a financial foundation that truly supports you.

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Susan B.

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Florida, United States
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Getting Out from Going Under Publishing
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I'm a recovering compulsive debtor and spender. Since 2010, I've helped others who suffer from this addiction develop their spending plan and learn how to work with it using YNAB. I also offer YNAB troubleshooting and YNAB "Do It For You" services.

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Dawn Koplitz

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Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, United States
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Sign of Money
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I'm excited to show everyone the positive changes YNAB can make in their life! Very few adults received any financial education. I can teach you financial terminology and how to manage your YNAB budget(s). You can achieve the feeling of, "I can do this!" surrounding your finances.

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Kingshuk Banerjee

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Austin, TX, USA
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Start Your Finances Right
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A financial coach who has walked through a huge life transition of immigration in mid forties and created financial freedom for my family with a single income. Now I help new immigrant graduates and families plan their finances through this transition and live a purposeful life in the US.

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Sareeta Lopez

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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Sareeta is a queer, neurodivergent trauma-informed financial coach, certified through the Trauma of Money program in addition to YNAB. Natural communicator and masterful teacher, Sareeta’s insights come from both professional teacher training and personal lived experience.

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Rasheeda Creighton

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Richmond, Virginia, United States
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Killing Superwoman
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I help women—especially overextended Superwomen—ditch money stress and build budgeting systems rooted in real life. Whether you need a YNAB setup, ongoing YNAB bookkeeping, or some help navigating YNAB, I’ve got you. My approach is simple, judgment-free, and built to support freedom, not perfection.

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