New to WalletWins? Start here. This is the fastest setup that reduces “surprise” bill weeks.
The WalletWins 30-minute setup
Step 1 (10 minutes): Make bills visible
- List every bill + subscription you pay (even small ones).
- Put an estimate next to each (you can fix it later).
- Don’t optimize—just capture everything.
Step 2 (10 minutes): Put due dates on one calendar
- Write the due date next to each item (or the best guess).
- If a due date is “weird,” write “WEIRD” and keep going.
- Your goal is one place to see the month at a glance.
Step 3 (10 minutes): Add one weekly check-in
- Pick one day/time (example: Sunday 6pm).
- Look at the next 7–10 days: what’s due, what’s tight.
- Make one small adjustment early (move a payment, pause a sub, plan a buffer).
Get the template
If you want this to be effortless, use the Bill Calendar Template.
When you’re done: go to Guides and pick the next problem you want to eliminate.