Retailers are already stocking their shelves with holiday decor and gifts. Savvy Aunties always want to make the holidays special for their little snowflakes, but these economic times can really make that more challenging. Here are some savvy applications for an auntie’s smart phone or tablet that could make budgeting in time for the holidays much easier. Here are my favorites:

Mint
The personal finance winner overall

Pageonce
Same as mint but more features i.e. travel-related info.

ProOnGo
For business owners.

Mvelopes
For those that don’t want financial info online. A refreshingly simple way of tracking your spending by category.

BillMinder
Constant reminders to help you pay your bills on time.

Pennies
Perform a budget without the bells and whistles.

EasyMoney
THE personal finance app for Android users.

Pocket Money
Sweeping view of all your accounts and transaction.

Save Benjis
Compare prices right when shopping.  Just don’t shop more!

Morningstar
To track your mutual funds/investments.

Expenditures
This app is just for tracking expenses and income. However, they have made it much more FUN with features such as photo, sound and very user friendly screens. 

Finally - Your bank
To keep an eye on cash flow. Many banks now have their own apps!


Published: September 21, 2011