How can I create a zero-based budget?

cmcangie

I like the tracking in Quicken, but I miss the capability to "give every dollar a job" and have running totals on things I save for throughout the year. Is there a way to set this up in Quicken? Thanks!

bmciance

Maybe Savings Goals are what you are looking for?

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bmciance

Maybe Savings Goals are what you are looking for?

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Chris_QPW

Besides using savings goals like @bmciance suggests you can also use a category in the budget and use the rollover option to "save up" for the expense.