Can you recommend money advice sites for a young professional trying to build a budget and save more each month?

Absolutely — here are some solid money advice sites that are especially useful for a young professional trying to build a budget, save more, and get a better handle on everyday finances:

Good general personal finance sites

• NerdWallet — Great for budgeting basics, credit cards, savings accounts, and side-by-side comparisons of financial products.
  https://www.nerdwallet.com
• The Balance — Easy-to-understand guides on budgeting, saving, investing, and debt management.
  https://www.thebalancemoney.com
• Bankrate — Strong for rate comparisons, savings strategies, and practical money advice.
  https://www.bankrate.com
• Money Under 30 — Very relevant for younger adults building financial habits, with advice on budgets, debt, and early investing.
  https://www.moneyunder30.com
• Mr. Money Mustache — Focuses on frugality and saving aggressively; especially good if you want motivation and mindset shifts.
  https://www.mrmoneymustache.com

Budgeting-specific help

• YNAB (You Need a Budget) — Both a budgeting app and a resource center with strong budgeting education.
  https://www.ynab.com
• Ramsey Solutions — Practical for beginners who want a simple debt payoff and budgeting framework, though the style is more opinionated.
  https://www.ramseysolutions.com
• Mint-style budgeting resources / alternatives — If you want app-based budgeting advice, look for guides from apps like Monarch Money, Copilot, or EveryDollar.

If you want simple, practical saving tips

• Clever Girl Finance — Helpful for budget building, saving, and long-term wealth habits.
  https://www.clevergirlfinance.com
• Broke Millennial — Great for relatable advice on money management for young adults.
  https://brokemillennial.com

A few good habits to focus on

• Track spending for a month
• Build a simple budget using the 50/30/20 rule as a starting point
• Automate savings right after payday
• Set one concrete goal, like a $1,000 emergency fund
• Review subscriptions and recurring bills

If you want, I can also give you:

1. a short list of the best 3 sites for beginners,
2. budgeting apps that pair well with these sites, or
3. a simple starter budget template for a young professional.