About Penny Kidd

I'm a social worker turned Financial Coach. I'm completely debt-free (including my house!) and help others make their money behave by doing a budget and becoming intentional with their money.

Why Normal Budgets Don’t Work for Gig Workers (And What to Do Instead)

If you've ever tried to follow a standard budget as a gig worker, freelancer, or someone with variable income -  and failed - It's not you. It's the budget. Most budgeting advice was written for people with a steady, predictable paycheck. People who know on the first...

Why Budgeting Feels Restrictive And How to Make It Feel Empowering Instead

Conventional money "advice" often tells you what to stop doing. Stop buying coffee.Stop eating out.Stop traveling.Stop spending. No wonder budgeting feels restrictive! For many people, the word “budget” immediately brings up feelings of guilt, limitation, or...

How to Talk About Money With Your Partner Without Fighting

Money is one of the top reasons couples argue. Research from the  American Psychological Association consistently shows that finances are a significant source of stress in relationships. If you’ve ever had a money argument that escalated quickly - or...

I went into working with her feeling confused and left feeling relieved.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "When it comes to money, Penny really knows her stuff! I went into working with her feeling confused and left feeling relieved. She’s very practical, supportive, and informative, and I’m now equipped to handle what’s next financially for me and my future." -...

How to Get Out of Debt Without Giving Up Your Entire Life

If you’ve ever Googled “how to get out of debt,” you’ve probably seen the same advice over and over again. Cut everything.Stop spending completely.Cancel all joy until the balance hits zero. And while that might work for a short season, it’s also the reason so many...

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