The SubTrack journal
Notes on the debt-free journey.
Field notes, guides, and the thinking behind SubTrack.
Latest · 4 min read
Subscription Creep Is Costing You More Than You Think
Subscription creep silently adds $20–30 to your monthly total without a single conscious decision. Here's how to spot it, audit your charges, and stop paying for services you forgot.
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- 02
The Annual Subscription Cost Most People Have Never Calculated
Your annual subscription cost tells a story your monthly totals hide. Most people have never added it up — and the number is almost always surprising.
2026-04-15
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- 03
The Avoidance Pattern: Why We Stop Looking at Our Subscriptions
A subscription tracker won't fix avoidance — but understanding why we stop looking at recurring charges is the first step to getting calm about money.
2026-04-04
5 min read
- 04
Why You Avoid Tracking Your Subscriptions (And What Happens When You Stop)
Most people underestimate their monthly subscription costs by more than double. Subscription tracking fixes the math — once you understand why you've been avoiding it.
2026-03-24
5 min read
- 05
Your Total Monthly Subscription Cost Is Probably Wrong
Most people underestimate their total monthly subscription cost by more than half. Here's how to find the real number — and what to do once you know it.
2026-03-13
5 min read