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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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Joe Ahrens

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Snellville, Georgia, United States
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Joe Ahrens Consulting LLC
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Unlock your full potential with Joe, a passionate educator and dedicated YNAB user since 2014. With over 30 years of teaching and coaching experience, he shares practical insights to help you manage your money effectively. Discover personalized guidance that encourages you to take charge of your money today!

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Variable Income
Life Transitions
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Lauren Gerber-Fleury

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Asheville, North Carolina, United States
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Savor Your Money, LLC
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I help folx shake off the shame & the shoulds around money by creating a system that flows with your real life, not against it. Because having a plan for your money gives you the peace of mind and the pizazz to meet any life goal.

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Ashley Wong

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Kingston, Washington, USA
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Madrona Money
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I'm a YNAB Certified Coach and corporate attorney who helps people align their money with their values. I work with individuals and small business owners to create clear, intentional financial systems that reduce stress and build confidence - so every dollar becomes a step toward a life they truly love.

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Kara Monroe

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Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
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Monarch Strategies LLC
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I want to help you promote financial wellness. Using YNAB as a tool, we'll help you find ways to alleviate money anxiety, develop financial habits that bring you joy, and get on a path to a life filled with joy.

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Variable Income
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Aaron Campbell

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Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
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Fiscal Therapy
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My passion is teaching people how to better their understand their business so that they may sleep soundly. My nearly decade long experience with YNAB alongside my skills developed in manufacturing, cashflow management, and corporate finance will help you to gain clarity and direction in your business.

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Small Business Owners
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Michele Jones

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Placentia, California, United States
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Bookkeeping by Michele
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Michele Jones is a Financial Coach, Daily Money Manager and Small Business Bookkeeper. She enjoys helping clients reach their financial goals by creating a workable budget in YNAB. As a Financial Coach, she helps her clients change their money mindset so they can move forward from their past mistakes.

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Natalie Graham

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Tucson, Arizona, United States
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Go From Broke
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Ready to transform your financial journey from stress to success? I specialize in helping women gain clarity and confidence with their money so they can make empowered financial decisions. Say goodbye to overwhelm and hello to savvy saving, mindful spending, and a future full of possibilities.

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Variable Income
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Anita O’Neal

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Dallas, Texas, United States
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Powerful People Plan
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As a Certified Financial Planner® and CPA, I make budgets simple for small business owners. I turn complicated numbers into clear steps you can follow. With 15 years of experience, I'll help you develop simple, effective financial habits that benefit both your personal wallet and your business accounts.

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Variable Income
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Meagan Rathman

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Florida, United States
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Cat mom, wife, and YNAB obsessed human- ready to help anyone work towards their money goals- big or small, just starting out or "seasoned" budgeter. I'm standing by to help change your mindset to change your money!

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Couples
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Carey Northington

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Dayton, Ohio, United States
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One Master Ministries
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Carey & Andrea are a husband/wife team that have worked with dozens of individuals & couples & seen lots of success. Read their stories: https://onemaster.org/stories If you’ve never budgeted or tried numerous times to budget and nothing has worked, we can help! Our goals: alleviate stress and create a budget that really works.

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Zenia McLaughlin

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Bishop, California, United States
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Sacred Connection Journeys
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I work with people who want to make space for something new to happen with their money. We’ll start with an expansive conversation about the “energy of money” and its purpose in your life as we set up your budget in YNAB. From there, new possibilities are sure to emerge.

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Spencer Lutvak

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New York, New York, United States
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Budget with Spencer
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Spencer is the only YNAB Certified Coach who worked at YNAB. He left Support to become a coach so he knows the software inside and out. He works with all budgeters, whether brand-new or seasoned vets. Reach out to him to gain more confidence and clarity with your money!

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Matt Lenhart

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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Matt Lenhart Coaching
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I help individuals and families who are new to budgeting get started with YNAB and ensure their spending habits match their priorities. As an experienced software coach, I hope to make learning app-based personal finance simple and straightforward.

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Chelse Hounshell

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Lagrange, Kentucky, United States
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Joyful Money Spend
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My mission is to help my clients create and implement a spending plan that prioritizes JOY and aligns with their life goals. Whether you're navigating a career transition, experiencing a major life events like marriage or divorce, or simply seeking to escape the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle, I'm here to support you.

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Variable Income
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Doug Peterson

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Seattle, Washington, United States
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Get Priorities Straight LLC
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I help people unhappy with their money situation align spending priorities with their partners, eliminate debt, and reduce financial stress. Using my GPS Cash Flow Mastery proven process, they achieve immediate peace of mind, gain control over their finances, stay on the right track, and are finally in control.

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Coyote Jackson

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California, United States
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Coyote is a deeply experienced transformational coach and Buddhist teacher. We will work not just with your financial situation but will move you through whatever difficulties come up in any area of life, helping you rediscover joy in life and clarity in what you want.

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Variable Income
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Taj Chiu

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Pasadena, California, United States
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Taj Johnson Chiu Coaching
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Coaching is a partnership between you and me. We go exploring together in your world. We find the things that are working, and the things that aren't, and then we search around for ways to improve them. We talk, we explore, we experiment. It's fun!

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Kelly Kolb

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Milford, Nebraska, United States
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My aim is to provide clients with clarity regarding their money. Whether your goal is to get out of debt, save for your dream vacation or just have peace of mind surrounding money, I can help.

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Scott Stillman

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Clear Lake, Texas, United States
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Scott Stillman
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I am YOUR Financial Coach. From Budgeting and Investments to Insurance and Planning, talk to me for help charting your financial path. I own a Financial Planning Practice with 20+ years of helping people fight off the pirates and weather the storms in their financial life.

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Kristen Coulter

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Columbia, South Carolina, United States
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Above & Beyond Training, LLC
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As a well-seasoned computer trainer, Kristen brings her expertise to you - one-on-one. She's anxious to bring her ability to make processes that seem complicated to some SIMPLE. She enjoys helping others attain goals that previously seemed unachievable. She also accomplishes this in a judgement-free, calm, and patient environment.

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Variable Income
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Stephanie Berman

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Pacific Northwest, United States
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Your Neurodivergent Money Coach
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Variable Income
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Kimberley Demarest

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Owensboro, Kentucky, USA
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Be Knot Afraid LLC
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Young married couples are drowning in debt and having money arguments they never expected. Be Knot Afraid Financial Coaching lays out a proven plan to become debt free and have peace in their marriage even with variable income or small business income.

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Couples
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Kelly W. Barber

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Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States
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KWB & CO
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Hi Y'all! I'm a small business owner and small business development counselor helping rural entrepreneurs start/grow/save their businesses. I'm excited to add Budget Counseling to my tool box to support my micro-enterprises (Mom and Pops!) On a personal note, I'm a TraFooWinKie! What?!! Travel, Food, Wine Junkie!

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Variable Income
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Rachelle Siebke

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Illinois, United States
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Rachelle Siebke, Money Coach
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I help life coaches and solopreneurs who want to be smart with their money. They have enough to meet their needs but want someone to show them exactly how to take more money home and feel confident in their financial decisions. I help them get what they want.

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Variable Income
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Shawn Squire

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Maryland, United States
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Dedicated YNAB coach for individuals and couples seeking financial mastery. I specialize in empowering those eager to learn effective budgeting techniques and the intricacies of YNAB tools. My coaching focuses on the nuts and bolts of data analysis, helping you harness YNAB for insightful financial decision-making.

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Couples
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Kat Sklar

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Portland, Oregon, United States
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The Friendly Spreadsheet LLC
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I’m a CPA, spreadsheet enthusiast, and fan of helping people find processes that fit THEM. I’m especially excited to work with fellow small business owners, especially if you identify as a creative or ‘not a numbers person’. In addition to traditional coaching, I offer half hour tech support sessions.

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Variable Income
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Ori Green

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Tucson, Arizona, United States
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Ori Green Bookkeeping
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It can be difficult and scary to find clarity and peace around our finances. I work with clients to become proactive, rather than reactive, about their budgets. We work together to move away from shame and fear towards seeing money as a tool to live their best lives!

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Couples
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Allegra Stein

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Hudson Valley, NY, USA
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Allegra Stein Coaching
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I help new and experienced YNABers who feel stuck, unsure, or overwhelmed. If you’ve opened YNAB and thought, “what am I looking at,” or “why isn’t this working," we’ll figure it out together. You’ll leave our sessions feeling clearer, calmer, and ready to move forward. Sessions start at $30.

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Jan Tell

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Grand Island, Nebraska, United States
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Jan Tell is a retired Integration Specialist, with an interest in innovative educational opportunities. Discovering the creative company of YNAB in 2017, she joined the beta group of coaching in 2021 which made her a certified YNAB coach.

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Couples
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Irina Iurcisin

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Kyiv, Ukraine
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One Family Budget
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I help busy working mothers and female entrepreneurs un-mess money mess. If you're juggling a family and a business, variable income, credit card stress, or decision fatigue, I’ll help you create a clear, flexible money plan that works in real life. Simple, supportive and judgment-free coaching with real results.

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Couples
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Hillary Bullions

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Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
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Hillary Bullions Coaching
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Wondering, "Why does everyone get this but me?" or "How will I ever manage my debt?" I see you, I’ve been there, & I’ve got you. Together, we’ll create a clear and unique plan where you take control and start making smart, confident money decisions. Schedule a call! Let’s get started!

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Small Business Owners
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Kacy Smith

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San Diego, California, United States
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Kacy Smith Corp.
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Kacy is a Money Coach, Expert YNAB Coach, and Profit First Professional with over 10 years of experience. She helps individuals, couples, and entrepreneurs improve their awareness and cash flow through daily money management, easy budgeting, and Profit First. Kacy focuses on helping six-figure families build the life they want!

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Miriam Gibson

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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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Agile Budgeting
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Create a flexible personal budget that changes with your needs and priorities! I help people working in the games industry to budget in a proactive way and ride the ups and downs of the industry with less stress. I focus on people in the games industry, but all are welcome!

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Litsa DeJulio

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Connecticut, United States
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LD Coaching LLC
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I help single folks on their YNAB journeys, whether they are newbies or YNAB returnees. I belief a RICH life is ultimately more than personal wealth, so I created the RICH Life Framework in which we focus on Rest, Intention, Creativity, and Health.

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Variable Income
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Mark Mastalski

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Aurora, Colorado, United States
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Mastalski Coaching & Consulting
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It’s not budgeting – it’s taking control of your money and your life. I am an independent educational consultant and help students and their families navigate the complexities around post-secondary education (college). Learn more about me at mastalskicoaching.com.

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Nicole Cooley

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Bellingham, Washington, United States
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The Cooley Project, LLC
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Hello! I’ve been coaching for over a decade, helping individuals master their personal budgets and guiding small businesses toward financial clarity. As a Certified YNAB Coach, an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC), and a small business bookkeeper, I bring a well-rounded approach to money management.

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Small Business Owners
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Margo Nelson

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Tucson, Arizona, United States
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Margo Blackstone Coaching
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Helping world-changing women get right with money. Margo blends YNAB coaching with emotional and spiritual work (using a variety of modalities but primarily IFS) and approaches budgeting as a mindfulness practice.

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Variable Income
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Aoife Gaffney

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Ireland
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Prudence Moneypenny Coaching
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I can show you how to create and stick with a flexible personal money plan that changes with your needs, values, goals and priorities. Your plan will be unique and custom for you, your family and your business. Start today and build powerful life-changing habits.

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Jack Brady

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MILFORD
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Budget for Life
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Working with people with variable income in being self employed for over 30 years

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Terri Hughes

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Norfolk, Virginia, United States
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Budget Harmony
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Hi! I’m inspired to teach others that having a budget is the framework for the life they want to live. Financial peace and priorities can coexist in harmony. As a budget coach, I can help you take the first steps to financial peace without sacrificing the fun in life!

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Lissa Prudencio

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Los Angeles, California, United States
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Wealth for Women of Color
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I specialize in helping women of color improve their relationships with money, get organized, and build a life of financial security, wealth, and ABUNDANCE! In addition to being a proud YNAB nerd, I am an Accredited Financial Counselor® and personal finance YouTuber & TikToker.

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Andrew Parks

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St Charles, Illinois, United States
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Momentum Strategic Advisors
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Managing small business finances shouldn't be stressful (or done alone!) I help solo entrepreneurs, small teams and non-profits align their cash plan with the organization's purpose. I'll bring my experience in business, NFPs, and accounting, and together, we'll build financial clarity and confidence for your org.

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Michael Reynolds

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Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
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Elevation Financial LLC
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I'm a CFP® and I own an independent financial advisory firm. I'm also a financial blogger and podcaster. I love sushi, Star Trek, and spending time with my family.

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Noreen Keesey

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Bismarck, North Dakota, United States
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Thresholds, LLC
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Financial wellbeing is within your grasp, even if you think you aren't good with money. I'd love to help you find clarity, confidence, and calm with your cash. It can be hard to take the first steps when it feels overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone!

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Sarah Menini

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Make Money. Spend Money.
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Hi, I’m Sarah, a financial coach dedicated to helping you gain clarity, confidence, and control over your finances. With a focus on proactive planning and intentional choices, I guide you in creating a personalized financial plan that aligns with your life goals. Let’s work together to achieve financial empowerment!

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Brandi Jo Delony

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Willis, Texas, United States
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Sparrow Financial Solutions LLC
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I help service-based business owners, their families, and others manage their business and personal finances. I offer bookkeeping services utilizing QuickBooks Online and cash flow management services using YNAB. My goal is to make the numbers easier, so you can keep your business thriving and your personal finances on track.

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Jen Fuhler

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Edwardsville, Illinois, United States
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Money is all about storytelling. I am a college English and literature professor who works with individuals and families to better understand the stories impacting their finances, decisions, and goals. My coaching focuses on active listening and offering perspective to help clients meet goals.

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Christine MacLaren

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Winston Salem, North Carolina, United States
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Breathe Again Budgets
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Christine is a Human Resources Manager by trade, but has a passion for YNAB and making dollars work for any situation. She provides personalized, budget-friendly coaching, within a judgment free zone.

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Diamond Towns

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Columbus, Ohio, United States
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Diamond Wealth Group
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Let's create a return on investment of time and energy— building financial security! If you're motivated by the pursuit of financial freedom and early retirement, my goal is to help you design a strategic plan for your financial future, granting you the time to enjoy life on your own terms.

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Faisal Almutlaq

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Ready to take charge of your finances? As a YNAB coach and financial advisor, I'll empower you with the knowledge and tools to build a budget that supports your goals. Achieve lasting financial wellness and experience the freedom that comes with financial control.

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Retirees
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