Budget Planning: Tips to Help You Begin

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Create a Spreadsheet

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Budget Monthly

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Cut Back on Extras

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Don't Impulse Shop!

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Pay off debt

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I hope you like these budgeting tips! Be sure to check out my other posts!

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Budget Planning: Tips to Help You Begin

Create a Spreadsheet

Budget Monthly

Cut Back on Extras

Don't Impulse Shop!

If you NEED it, buy it. “…money looks better in the bank than on your feet.”-Sophia Amoruso

Pay off debt

Paying off debt faster will allow you to have left over $$ and the chance to save up. College, retirement, or that second home you daydream about…

I hope you like these budgeting tips! Be sure to check out my other posts!

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