Save with purpose—set goals
Create savings goals (holiday, car fund, emergency) with target amounts and target dates. Update contributions and celebrate milestones along the way.
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Multiple savings goals with progress, contributions history and target timelines.
Define clear targets
Every strong savings plan starts with clarity. For each goal, set a target amount and a realistic target date. Keep the scope narrow—“Emergency fund €1,500 by June” beats “Save more someday.” Clear boundaries help you track momentum, adjust expectations early, and celebrate progress when the bar hits key milestones.
Track contributions
Log deposits whenever you move money into savings. Each entry updates your progress bar and keeps a tidy history for audits or partner check-ins. Notes add context—“tax refund” or “sold bike”—which is useful when reviewing what actually moved the needle this month.
Run multiple goals
Life rarely has a single target. Track several goals side by side—holiday, car fund, emergency buffer—then prioritise or pause as circumstances change. Because history stays intact, you can adapt without losing the story of how you got here.
How it works
Create a goal, contribute regularly, and watch your progress grow.
Create a goal
Name your goal (e.g., Holiday 2026), choose a category, then set a target amount and date. Smaller, near-term goals build confidence and momentum that carry into bigger targets later.
Add contributions
Record deposits as they happen or batch them weekly. Each contribution updates your progress instantly, and short notes make it easy to recall where the money came from.
Celebrate milestones
Mark 25%, 50% and 75% milestones. Quick wins keep motivation high and make your plan resilient during busier months when deposits are smaller.
Review & refine
Check progress every week. If priorities shift—new commute, medical costs—tweak the amount or date. Your history remains intact for honest month-over-month comparisons.
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Real examples of savings goals
Common goals our users create:
Emergency Fund
- €1,500 by June
- Weekly €75 deposit
- Interest as separate contribution
Holiday 2026
- €2,000 by March 2026
- Monthly €150 deposit
- Milestones every €500
Car Fund
- €3,500 by December
- Side-hustle income only
- Pause during school holidays
Home Repairs
- €1,000 rolling
- Top up when under €400
- Label invoices in notes
New Laptop
- €1,200 by Black Friday
- Round-up deposits
- Track accessory costs separately
Education
- €2,400 per year
- Quarterly €600
- Scholarship credits as contributions
Who this works best for
Busy families
Turn irregular expenses—holidays, school trips, repairs—into planned goals with steady contributions.
Solo households
Build an emergency buffer and fund big purchases without derailing the monthly budget.
Side-hustlers
Allocate a portion of freelance income toward tax, equipment and training goals with clear timelines.
GoTaskhub Goals vs spreadsheets
| Feature | GoTaskhub Home Goals | Spreadsheets |
|---|---|---|
| Progress tracking | Automatic with each contribution | Manual formulas & charts |
| Multiple goals | Side-by-side with timelines | Tabs and templates to maintain |
| Milestones | Visual checkpoints built-in | DIY rules or conditional formats |
| CSV portability | Clean import/export | Prone to column drift over time |
| Works with budgets | Integrated with monthly plan | Separate sheets to reconcile |
Pros & cons of GoTaskhub Goals
Pros
- Clear targets with visual progress
- Multiple goals with timelines and milestones
- CSV import/export keeps data portable
- Works alongside Budgets, Expenses, Analytics
Cons
- Requires short, regular check-ins for best results
- Advanced analytics available with Pro
Security & privacy
Permissions
Invite a partner with view or edit access. Each workspace is permissioned so your household stays in control.
Data ownership & backups
Export your goals and contributions to CSV anytime for backups or analysis. No lock-in—your savings history is yours.
Glossary
- Target amount
- The total you aim to save for a goal.
- Target date
- The date you want to reach your goal by.
- Contribution
- A deposit toward your goal (including interest credits).
- Milestone
- A checkpoint (e.g., 50%) used to celebrate progress and stay motivated.
Frequently asked questions
What are Home Goals?
Goals let you set a target amount and target date for things like a holiday, car fund, or emergency savings—then track contributions and progress.
Can I manage multiple goals?
Yes. Create as many goals as you need. Each goal shows its own progress bar, target, and timeline.
How do I track contributions?
Add contributions whenever you deposit money toward a goal. Your progress updates automatically and milestones are celebrated.
Is this included in the free plan?
Home Finances (including Home Goals) is part of GoTaskhub Pro. Start free and upgrade anytime.
Can I share a savings goal with my partner?
Yes. Invite them to your workspace with view or edit permissions. Both of you can add contributions and see progress in real time.
Do you support multiple currencies for goals?
Pick a primary currency for summaries. If your deposit is in another currency, add a note with the original amount—then record the equivalent value in your primary currency for clean analytics.
Can I create sub-goals or milestones (e.g., 25%, 50%, 75%)?
You can add milestones as notes with dates and amounts. In practice, most households set quarterly or percentage milestones and celebrate when they’re reached.
Can I import goal contributions from a CSV?
Yes. If you keep records in a spreadsheet, import a CSV and map date, amount, and note fields to backfill your progress.
Do you calculate interest on savings goals?
You can record interest as a contribution (note: “interest credit”). This keeps your progress accurate while letting your bank handle interest calculations.
Can I set recurring transfers toward a goal?
You can log recurring contributions manually as part of your weekly routine and use notes to indicate the source. Consistent, small deposits typically beat irregular lump sums.
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