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Zero-based budgeting overview
Give every dollar a job. Money from the accounts you select sits in Available to assign, then you give it to expense categories and credit cards.
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After setup, a welcome popup walks you through the basics. Finish it, continue the full tour, or explore yourself. Here's how to get the most out of BudgetBuddie.
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Learn how to get the most out of your budget. Set realistic goals, track spending, and manage your money more effectively with BudgetBuddie.
How credit cards work in zero-based
Included cards get their own section. Ready to pay is leftover plus assigned plus funded spend, minus payments after the card was added.
September 26, 2026
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How to switch to zero-based budgeting
Switch Preferred method to Zero-based, pick a period and start date, then choose which accounts feed the budget.
September 26, 2026
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Zero-based budgeting overview
Give every dollar a job. Money from the accounts you select sits in Available to assign, then you give it to expense categories and credit cards.
September 26, 2026
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How savings categories work
Use a savings category for money you put away, like KiwiSaver or an emergency fund. Here's how it works in your budget, cashflow, and Money Insights.
September 26, 2026
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Budget feature overview
Set weekly, fortnightly, monthly, or custom budgets. Group related lines, mark savings categories, and use rollover or one-offs when you need them.
September 26, 2026
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How to create a one off budget
Create a one-off budget for irregular spending like a holiday. It stays out of your regular leftover and does not roll over.
September 26, 2026
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Your budget details
Open a budget to change the amount, rollover, and personalisation, or see the transactions tracking against it.
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How to create an expense budget
Add an expense budget with Quick add or the full setup. Set the amount, optional rollover, and use a savings category for money you put away.
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How to create an income budget
Add an income budget with Quick add or the full setup. Set the amount and optional rollover so you can track pay against what you expect.
September 26, 2026
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