The rent is due, new college students are setting out into the world, and now is a great time to get your finances in order before the reality of fall kicks in. That’s why we’re revisiting some budgeting tips we got in April from NerdWallet writer Kimberly Palmer. Host Jacoby Cochran, lead producer Simone Alicea, and former City Caster and Axios Chicago writer Carrie Shepherd examine their own financial habits and learn some best practices.

Some news: Chicago Department of Transportation Commissioner Gia Biagi announced she’s resigning. Check out our interview with Biagi from March.

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What Every Chicagoan Needs to Know About Making a Budget