Envelope System
The Envelope System is a budgeting method that helps individuals manage their finances by allocating cash into different envelopes for specific spending categories. Each envelope represents a category, such as groceries, entertainment, or transportation, and once the cash in an envelope is spent, no more money can be used for that category until the next budgeting period.
This system encourages mindful spending and helps prevent overspending by visually tracking how much money is available for each category. It can be particularly useful for those who struggle with credit cards or digital payments, as it promotes the use of physical cash to control expenses effectively.