The Budget Control Act, passed in 2011, is one of the few mechanisms currently in place to control Congress’ appetite for spending. With the national debt projected to skyrocket over the next decade, ...

The word “budget” doesn’t exactly spark joy for most people. It can feel restrictive or even generate feelings of guilt about ...

Managing personal finances requires deliberate and strategic actions, especially in a high-inflation environment where expenses continue to rise with growing needs and obligations, JOSEPHINE OGUNDEJI ...

Suggestions will range from low-power IP phones to managed and hosted services. Flat budget, reduced budget: these are the themes of many CFOs when they discuss costs with IT and telecom managers. You ...

Creating a personal budget is the cornerstone of effective financial management. It involves a detailed plan that outlines ...

On Wednesday, the Senate Budget Committee approved its first bipartisan package of budget process reform proposals in nearly 30 years. The proposal is co-sponsored by Chairman Mike Enzi, R.-Wyo., and ...

When people hear the word “budget,” they often think of restricting themselves, sacrificing what they enjoy, and counting pennies. But a budget is far more than that; it’s a tool for empowerment, ...

This article is part of the United States of Debt, our third Slate Academy. Join Slate’s Helaine Olen as she explores the reality of owing money in America. To ...

Let’s face it: budgeting is a real pain. That’s why Andrew Sivertsen, a partner and senior financial planner in the Quad Cities office of The Planning Center, advocates another way to control your ...