Finance for the rest of us

Hi, my name's Jack and I'll be honest: I'm not a "money person."

I didn't grow up studying stock charts, and for a long time, the word "budget" just sounded like a polite way of saying "you can't have any fun." I built 52weeksavingschallenge.com because I needed a way to save that didn't feel like a second job or a math exam.

I realized that most financial advice is written by experts, for experts or for people learning to be experts who understand the world and the jargon.

But what about those of us who just want to feel a little more secure? What about the people who find spreadsheets terrifying but want to have $1,300 in the bank by December?

That's what this site is for. You won't find complex jargon or high-level investment strategies here. Instead, you'll find:

• Real Talk: Honest tips on how to stay motivated when life gets expensive.
• Simple Steps: Practical ways to find an extra $5 or $20 in your weekly budget.
• No Judgment: A "no-guilt" approach to saving—because missing a week shouldn't mean giving up.

Whether you're saving for your first emergency fund, a dream vacation, or just the peace of mind that comes with having a backup plan, I'm doing this right alongside you.

Let's stop overthinking it and just start saving.