Mercury retrograde kicks off alongside the new moon on Aug. 4, and it could throw some curveballs into your day-to-day budget from now through the middle of the month. Take extra care to check in on what’s happening in your bank account and give yourself some grace if you get a little off-schedule with things.

Virgo season starts lighting up your work and routine sector on Aug. 22, so it’ll be easier to organize your finances. The last third of the month is a great time to review your spending habits and be more attentive to things you can change to boost your savings — especially once Mercury retrograde ends on Aug. 28.

Side hustles are on your mind right now, and the Mercury retrograde that kicks off on Aug. 4 could inspire you to revisit a lucrative idea from the past with some renewed inspiration — especially during the first third of the month. While it may not be the best time to launch a brand-new passion project, it can be a helpful vibe for going over the details or looking at things with fresh eyes.

The full moon on Aug. 19 peaks in your career sector, so take some time to figure out if you’re on the right professional path and don’t be afraid to think outside the box. Additionally, motivating planet Mars is in your finance zone all month — so if you don’t like what you’re seeing in your bank account, trust that you have the power to initiate some major changes.

If you need to have a frank conversation about money — whether with a boss or a business partner — the optimistic new moon on Aug. 4 could be a good time to do so, as you’ll feel especially confident. Additionally, motivating planet Mars is in your sign all month, giving you loads of energy to take initiative toward your goals, financial and otherwise.

Mercury may be retrograding, but you could have some luck launching an idea around Aug. 7, when the sun harmonizes with fortunate Jupiter in your sign. The Mercury cazimi on Aug. 18 can help you think more clearly about how you want to spend your cash, too — and the full moon the following day could help you evolve your beliefs about money.

Leo season is shining a light on your financial life, and the new moon on Aug. 4 is a great time to pursue a new income stream or start working toward a raise. Whatever you do, do it with confidence. Just keep in mind that Mercury retrograde could make communication challenging over the coming weeks, so if you need to have any important discussions about money, be extra conscientious of potential misunderstandings.

The full moon on Aug. 19 brings debts into your awareness, and while it may be stressful to dig into the underbelly of your financial situation, it’s best to face things — and then plan to solve any problems. Once Mercury retrograde ends on Aug. 28, take action.

You’re the star of the cosmic show for most of August, so set aside some cash for lavish celebrations — especially under the glitzy new moon in your sign on Aug. 4. But don’t throw all caution to the wind, as Mercury retrograde kicks off in your finance sector just after the new moon, and it could be easy to lose track of your spending up through the middle of the month. Treat yourself, but keep some limits on yourself.

Once Virgo season starts on Aug. 22, drill into the details of your current budget and get your finances more organized after a month of birthday fun. And once the retrograde wraps up on Aug. 28, it’ll be easier to move forward with savings goals.

Luxurious Venus enters your sign alongside the new moon on Aug. 4, making it easy to attract more abundance into your life. But Mercury retrograde also kicks off, so remember your money goals and desires may not feel clear in the coming weeks.

Retrograde aside, you can make some major headway toward money goals right now, as motivating Mars is in your career sector all month long. It’s a great time to revisit old projects and breathe some new life into them. The full moon on Aug. 19 is the perfect time to break bad financial habits ahead of your birthday season, which kicks off a few days later. Clean up your spending now so you have more wiggle room for celebrations.

Go-getter Mars is lighting up your mentally expansive ninth house all month, so if you need to seek a money mentor or do in-depth research on financial literacy, this is a great time to make it happen. Mercury retrograde may also inspire you to revisit some exciting career ideas left on the shelf, so keep an open mind to diversifying your income sources.

The full moon on Aug. 19 asks you to get serious about your passion projects and consider how they might boost your income eventually, too. If you’re willing to put in the work, get creative, and have patience, you could turn a hobby into a side hustle.

Leo season’s bold and creative energy is helping you show up in your professional life more confidently, and the new moon on Aug. 4 is the perfect time to make a power move at work. But once Mercury retrograde hits, take things a little slower in career matters, as mix-ups and scheduling snags are more likely if you’re not being cautious.

The middle of the month is a good time to re-think your financial trajectory and get clearer on your long-term money goals, especially during the Mercury cazimi on Aug. 18. The full moon the following day helps let go of emotional baggage that may be holding you back from embracing true abundance, so rewrite your narratives and let go of limiting beliefs.

If you’re involved in any business partnerships or joint ventures, don’t wait. Go-getter Mars is in your partnerships sector all month, motivating you to step up and initiate what needs to get done.

Luxe Venus is also gracing your ambitious tenth house for most of the month, giving you the power to make a great impression on people at work — yes, even with Mercury retrograde mixing some signals. Your professional endeavors will really pick up once Virgo season starts on Aug. 22, so start drilling into the details of how you can steer your career in a more financially savvy direction.

Mercury retrograde is kicking off during the first week of August, but that doesn’t mean you can’t knock some financial tasks off your to-do list. Motivating Mars is in your productivity sector all month, so if you need to catch up on some bills or adjust your day-to-day spending habits, you’ll have the stamina necessary to initiate the changes.

The full moon on Aug. 19 brings money matters into the cosmic spotlight for you, and you may need to navigate some curveballs and challenges to get back on track with your plans. Think outside the box when it comes to reaching your financial goals.

Mercury retrograde kicks off alongside the new moon on Aug. 4, so the coming weeks are a good time to review any lingering financial entanglements you may have pushed to the back burner. Commit to dealing with any debt you’ve acquired, and if someone owes you money, make it a point to follow up with them.

An intense full moon peaks in your sign on Aug. 19, asking you to face the parts of yourself that you may not feel fully comfortable with. Focus on leaving behind narratives that make you think you deserve anything less than true abundance. Once Virgo season starts a few days later, set stronger boundaries around spending to keep your bank account in good standing.

Leo season is activating your chart’s responsibility zone, and the new moon on Aug. 4 is a fabulous time to organize your daily expenses and implement better spending habits. Look out for snags in your schedule that could throw you off your game as mid-month rolls around, as Mercury retrograde will be mixing some signals.

Once Virgo season starts on Aug. 22, it’s a good time to partner up with someone on a business venture or other professional project. But if you need to sign any money-related contracts or commit to anything high-stakes, wait until the retrograde ends on Aug. 28 to set things in stone.