{"id":3044,"date":"2013-07-17T10:00:15","date_gmt":"2013-07-17T15:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.patheos.com\/blogs\/faithandfinance\/?p=3044"},"modified":"2013-07-17T10:00:15","modified_gmt":"2013-07-17T15:00:15","slug":"5-budgeting-software-programs-youll-love","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.patheos.com\/blogs\/faithandfinance\/2013\/07\/17\/5-budgeting-software-programs-youll-love\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Budgeting Software Programs You’ll Love"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<\/head>

Looking for some great budgeting software programs? Look no further. Whether you are wanting to manage your personal finances or business finances, there\u2019s a budget program here for you. Consider each of these carefully before you make your selection however, as each have their strengths and weaknesses.<\/p>\n

1. Mint<\/h2>\n

Mint<\/a> is by far one of the most popular personal finances applications around. Because it is web-based, you can easily view your budget from any available computer. In addition, you can view your budget and financial accounts in the palm of your hand with their Mint smartphone app.<\/p>\n

One major advantage of Mint is that it goes beyond budgeting basics<\/a> and recommends products and services that improve your interest rates and keep your financial life in order. With Mint, you can even add your home and other assets and view their value over time. Pretty comprehensive, right?<\/p>\n

2. YNAB (You Need a Budget)<\/h2>\n

YNAB<\/a> is unique because it allows you to budget based on four simple rules:<\/p>\n