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The Budget by Paycheck® Method has helped millions of women all over the world achieve their goals and find financial fulfillment. You’re next! 

The Budget by Paycheck® Method has helped millions of women all over the world achieve their goals and find financial fulfillment. You’re next! 

Get your finances on track with a proven Real-Life budgeting system

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There’s a reason why traditional budgeting methods fail. They focus exclusively on the numbers without taking into account the stories of the people behind them. 

I started my financial journey as a single mom living in an 800 sq ft apartment with no furniture. I tried every budgeting method under the sun, but none of them ever made sense for my real life. 

So, I took my pile of unfinished spreadsheets and every lesson I learned along the way and turned them into a real-life approach where nothing is random and every dollar is spoken for. 

$50M+
of Debt Paid Off by The Budget Mom Community
3M+
People Finding Financial Fulfillment
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Budget by Paycheck® Method
3M+
People Finding Financial Fulfillment
$50M+
of Debt Paid Off by The Budget Mom Community
#1
Budget by Paycheck® Method

Master the Building Blocks of Budgeting for... a Financial Transformation

Go from living paycheck to paycheck to telling your money where to go with a proven method that works for YOUR unique life, values, and goals. This is the LAST budgeting system you’ll EVER need to find organization, clarity, and confidence in your finances. No more bending backward to follow rules you don’t understand! 

LEARN THE BUDGET BY PAYCHECK® METHOD
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LEARN THE BUDGET BY PAYCHECK® METHOD
LEARN THE BUDGET BY PAYCHECK® METHOD
LEARN THE BUDGET BY PAYCHECK® METHOD
LEARN THE BUDGET BY PAYCHECK® METHOD
LEARN THE BUDGET BY PAYCHECK® METHOD
LEARN THE BUDGET BY PAYCHECK® METHOD
LEARN THE BUDGET BY PAYCHECK® METHOD
LEARN THE BUDGET BY PAYCHECK® METHOD
LEARN THE BUDGET BY PAYCHECK® METHOD
LEARN THE BUDGET BY PAYCHECK® METHOD
LEARN THE BUDGET BY PAYCHECK® METHOD
LEARN THE BUDGET BY PAYCHECK® METHOD

you'll learn how to:

Find

Heal

define

attack

track

create

evolve,

           your purpose, get motivated and cultivate the right mindset

your relationship with money

your financial goals

your debt

your spending

a realistic budget

          adapt, and reach financial fulfillment

So you can finally create a money system that “clicks” and grows your wealth. 

Social Proof

“TBM helped me become INTENTIONAL with my money and find a like-minded community.”

When I found The Budget Mom, I had a new baby and my life was in chaos with bills piling up. Now I know where my money goes and can actually control it.

- Pam 

“I just hit $15K in savings!!!” 

I started a job that was $5K more and couldn’t understand how I was still living paycheck to paycheck. I did some research and stumbled upon Dave Ramsey but his budgeting didn’t work for me because I am a one-income household and I don’t get paid monthly. When I found TBM, I loved Kumiko’s simple explanations for sinking funds and budgeting. She changed the way I viewed my money and financial goals.

- Maryam

“I was able to identify my issues with spending. I’m so happy I found Kumiko!” 

I found the budget mom back when I was getting married in 2018 and needed help figuring out how to save money. I have been following Kumiko ever since because I love how real and honest she is about money and budgeting. Follow her and trust the process, it WORKS!

- Danielle

“I’ve paid off $60,000 in debt since my divorce in 2020. I’m a teacher with 3 kids and a single income.” 

“I found The Budget Mom as I was navigating a divorce and trying to pay off a mountain of debt that came from a financially toxic/abusive marriage. I love Kumiko’s method because everything is broken down and there’s detailed logic behind every step. Try it! It’s simpler than you think.” 

- Megan

“I will be out of debt by July 2025.”

I had too much debt and needed to control it. I got the Budget by Paycheck® online tool and it’s helping me so much! I started saving while paying off debt. Just start where you are and take it one day at a time!

- nicky

“I’ve paid off 2 credit cards, turned off overdraft protection, and finally started investing for retirement!” 

“I was getting SO tired of overdraft fees. I found The Budget Mom online and immediately connected with Kumiko’s personality. I love the fact that everything she sells is reasonably priced. Get started now!” 

- Melissa

“TBM helped me become INTENTIONAL with my money and find a like-minded community.”

When I found The Budget Mom, I had a new baby and my life was in chaos with bills piling up. Now I know where my money goes and can actually control it.

- Pam 

“I just hit $15K in savings!!!” 

I started a job that was $5K more and couldn’t understand how I was still living paycheck to paycheck. I did some research and stumbled upon Dave Ramsey but his budgeting didn’t work for me because I am a one-income household and I don’t get paid monthly. When I found TBM, I loved Kumiko’s simple explanations for sinking funds and budgeting. She changed the way I viewed my money and financial goals.

- Pam 

“I was able to identify my issues with spending. I’m so happy I found Kumiko!” 

I found the budget mom back when I was getting married in 2018 and needed help figuring out how to save money. I have been following Kumiko ever since because I love how real and honest she is about money and budgeting. Follow her and trust the process, it WORKS!

- Danielle

“I’ve paid off $60,000 in debt since my divorce in 2020. I’m a teacher with 3 kids and a single income.” 

“I found The Budget Mom as I was navigating a divorce and trying to pay off a mountain of debt that came from a financially toxic/abusive marriage. I love Kumiko’s method because everything is broken down and there’s detailed logic behind every step. Try it! It’s simpler than you think.” 

- Megan

“I will be out of debt by July 2025.”

I had too much debt and needed to control it. I got the Budget by Paycheck® online tool and it’s helping me so much! I started saving while paying off debt. Just start where you are and take it one day at a time!

- nicky

“I’ve paid off 2 credit cards, turned off overdraft protection, and finally started investing for retirement!” 

“I was getting SO tired of overdraft fees. I found The Budget Mom online and immediately connected with Kumiko’s personality. I love the fact that everything she sells is reasonably priced. Get started now!” 

- Melissa

Get the Money Tools you need to crush Your Goals

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My Money, My Way Taking Back Control of Your Financial Life

Most personal finance books set unrealistic expectations for spending and debt management. They tell you that emotions are bad and you should just “spend less.” This one is written for real women so you can align your emotional health with your financial health, let go of deprivation, and embrace desire. You will learn how to create a budget that honors YOUR unique values, driving emotions, and particular needs so you can stop worrying about money and live a financially fulfilling life. 

My Money,
My Way
Taking Back Control of Your Financial Life

The Miko Love Podcast

True wealth extends beyond financial success. Tune in to The Miko Love Podcast where I’m digging deep into personal growth, mental health, relationships, and more. Let’s build a life that’s not only financially secure but also rich in meaning, purpose, passion, and fulfillment - together! 

The Miko Love Podcast

True wealth extends beyond financial success. Tune in to The Miko Love Podcast where I’m digging deep into personal growth, mental health, relationships, and more. Let’s build a life that’s not only financially secure but also rich in meaning, purpose, passion, and fulfillment - together! 

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Hi, I'm Kumiko Love

One of my earliest memories is of my mom pulling cash tips out of her apron to see if we had enough money to pay rent. I’ve always wanted to create a different financial narrative for my children, but as a newly divorced single mom making $30,000 per year and facing $78,000 in debt, I constantly worried about money. 

The Budget by Paycheck® Method allowed me to stop feeling that I was “bad with money” and finally build a functional financial system to reach my goals. I now teach other women how to do the same so you can break unhealthy patterns while living a life you love. 

accredited financial counselor

business-owner

best-selling author

the budget mom

Hi, I'm Kumiko Love

One of my earliest memories is of my mom pulling cash tips out of her apron to see if we had enough money to pay rent. I’ve always wanted to create a different financial narrative for my children, but as a newly divorced single mom making $30,000 per year and facing $78,000 in debt, I constantly worried about money. 

The Budget by Paycheck® Method allowed me to stop feeling that I was “bad with money” and finally build a functional financial system to reach my goals. I now teach other women how to do the same so you can break unhealthy patterns while living a life you love. 

the budget mom

best-selling author

business-owner

accredited financial counselor

client love

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“I was able to identify my issues with spending. I’m so happy I found Kumiko!” 

I found the budget mom back when I was getting married in 2018 and needed help figuring out how to save money. I have been following Kumiko ever since because I love how real and honest she is about money and budgeting. Follow her and trust the process, it WORKS!

- danielle

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“TBM helped me become INTENTIONAL with my money and find a like-minded community.” 

When I found The Budget Mom, I had a new baby and my life was in chaos with bills piling up. Now I know where my money goes and can actually control it!

- Pam

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“I just hit $15K in savings!!!” 

I started a job that was $5K more and couldn’t understand how I was still living paycheck to paycheck. I did some research and stumbled upon Dave Ramsey but his budgeting didn’t work for me because I am a one-income household and I don’t get paid monthly. When I found TBM, I loved Kumiko’s simple explanations for sinking funds and budgeting. She changed the way I viewed my money and financial goals.

- Maryam

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“My husband and I live within our retirement budget and are still able to travel and do the things we love!” 

I was struggling financially. I followed TBM for YEARS until I actually took Kumiko’s advice. My life has never been the same! Kumiko makes it feel like she’s my friend doing it right alongside me. She changed my life!!!

- nicole

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