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Building a Budget

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Building a Budget

  • Don't Let Your Emotions Get In The Way Of Your Logic
    We often spend money for emotional or irrational reasons. Here's some help on recognizing harmful spending patterns, and some things that you can do about it.
  • Preparing a Budget
    If the mention of the word 'budget' makes you groan, think of it not as some nasty chore or way to deprive yourself, but as spring-cleaning!
  • Resist The Urge To Splurge
    The desire for instant gratification and easy access to credit can start risky financial habits that lead to a lifetime of overspending and debt.
  • The Wealthy Person in You
    Three questions to shift the way you think about your money, gain control over your finances and move you toward your dreams.

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