Identify Hidden Subscriptions and Set a Simple Monthly Budget with Rocket Money
Gain clear visibility into your spending, spot unnoticed recurring charges, and create a basic monthly budget to improve financial awareness.
The Workflow
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Open RocketMoney and have it ready before you start
Download and open the Rocket Money app on your device
Sign up using your email and create a secure password
Link each of your financial accounts (checking, savings, credit cards, loans) by entering login credentials or using your bank’s secure connection
Navigate to the Transaction & Cash Flow screen to view all incoming and outgoing money
Filter the view by “Recurring” to surface subscriptions and recurring charges; note any you don’t recognize
Tap “Create Budget”, choose the major categories (housing, food, transportation) and set a monthly limit for each based on your income
Review the Net Worth tab to see total assets versus liabilities for a quick financial snapshot
Use the “Cancel Subscriptions” suggestions to stop unwanted services directly from the app