Why organizing wallet is a must (but rarely done right)
What's the story
Keeping your wallet organized is key to staying on top of your finances and avoiding lugging around a bunch of junk you don't need.
A messy wallet can mean lost receipts, wasted expired coupons, and even forgotten-about cash.
This article shares easy, cheap DIY hacks to keep your wallet neat and tidy. No need for fancy organizers or expensive accessories!
Envelopes
Use envelopes for receipts and coupons
Don't let receipts and coupons run wild in your wallet! Tame the mess with small envelopes.
Simply label each envelope with categories like "groceries," "bills," "coupons," or "receipts."
Not only will this keep your wallet neat and tidy, but it'll also save you time searching for that one specific coupon or receipt.
Small envelopes are available at any dollar store. A pack of 50 costs less than $2.
Dividers
Repurpose old gift cards as dividers
You can use old gift cards as dividers in your wallet.
Just label each card with a category like "cash," "cards," "id," etc.
Then, put them in your wallet as separators between different sections.
This trick not only reuses waste but also organizes your wallet, helping you to easily find what you need.
Tracker
Create a mini budget tracker
A mini budget tracker can revolutionize personal finance management right from your wallet.
Simply take a tiny piece of paper or index card, create sections for income, expenses, savings, etc., and update it regularly with a pen you carry in your wallet.
This little tool fosters financial mindfulness on a daily basis, without any need for digital apps or big notebooks.
Clips
Utilize paper clips for emergency cash stash
Instead of folding emergency cash and shoving it into forgettable corners of your wallet, use paper clips to secure the bills neatly under a designated tab (like the "Emergency" divider shown here).
This way, your emergency cash is both easily accessible when needed and clearly separated from your everyday spending money, preventing accidental use.
Coding
Implement color coding system with markers
Using colored markers is a cheap and easy way to create a color-coding system in your wallet.
Just assign different colors to different types of cards (like blue for debit cards, green for loyalty cards) and mark the edges or corners (just make sure it doesn't harm the card).
This way, you can quickly see what you need and grab it without having to go through each and every card.