- Author: Kumiko Love
- Publisher: MIF
- Pages: 240
- Age Rating: 16+
- ISBN: 978-5-00195-642-6
- Year of Publication: 2023
Overview
Practical financial tools from a certified advisor with 10 years of experience that help you control expenses and build lasting financial confidence without constant worry.
Why does money disappear so quickly? How can you cover essential expenses when funds run short? Is it possible to stop living paycheck to paycheck without cutting back or accumulating debt? How do you finally save for what matters most?
If these questions resonate with you, this book offers real solutions. Kumiko Love, a certified financial advisor and founder of The Budget Mom, once faced serious debt and financial instability. She developed a proven method that eliminated her loans and transformed her relationship with money entirely.
What You’ll Learn
Simple, personalized steps will help you:
- Identify limiting beliefs that trap you in a scarcity mindset
- Set and protect your financial boundaries
- Create a financial calendar that reveals money for unexpected costs
- Distinguish between genuine needs and discretionary wants
- Build an effective debt repayment strategy with actionable sources
- Maintain financial stability even without consistent income
Your financial goals aren’t reserved for the wealthy. Regardless of your current income or savings, you deserve financial security and the life you want right now. With a solid plan and consistent effort, your dreams become achievable.
About the Author
Kumiko Love is a certified financial advisor, founder of The Budget Mom—one of the most visited personal finance platforms—and creator of the “Budget by Paycheck” method. She helps millions of women worldwide rebuild their financial confidence and reshape their money habits. Her approach focuses less on spreadsheets and more on the emotional and psychological aspects of money management. Financial conversations aren’t really about numbers; they’re about emotional wellbeing, happiness, and quality of life.
Who Should Read This Book
- Anyone working to eliminate credit card debt and loans while organizing their finances
- People tired of living paycheck to paycheck who want sustainable money management
- Those seeking to build financial confidence without complex formulas or restrictive budgets
FAQ
What is the main focus of this book?
The book teaches practical financial management techniques that emphasize mindset and emotional health alongside budgeting. It helps readers eliminate debt, control expenses, and build confidence in their financial decisions without restrictive or complex methods.
Who is Kumiko Love and what qualifies her to write about finances?
Kumiko Love is a certified financial advisor with 10 years of experience. She founded The Budget Mom, a popular personal finance platform, and created the “Budget by Paycheck” method. She personally overcame serious debt and now helps millions manage their finances effectively.
Can this book help if I have unstable income?
Yes. The book specifically addresses strategies for maintaining financial stability and confidence even without consistent income, making it relevant for freelancers, gig workers, and those with variable earnings.

