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How to Create a Budget: 6 Steps to Get You on the Path to Financial Security

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Some basic categories, but definitely not all possible ones, you can start with include: Housing, including rent or mortgage Utilities Car payments/insurance/gas Health/medical expenses Groceries/restaurant expenses Entertainment Personal/shopping/clothing Children Savings Credit cards/loans/other fees Etc.

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How to Save Money on Your Car Insurance

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A deductible is the portion of the repair or medical bills you are responsible for paying if you are found at fault in an accident. Insurance companies often provide discounts for buying two or more policies from the same company. Some insurance providers will also give you a discount if you insure two or more vehicles with them.

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Answering Reader Mail: Can an EA salary support a family?

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Also look thru your employee handbook to save as much money as possible with your company matching 401k program and pre-tax contributions, employee discounts and perks, paid on going education, flexible spending accounts, etc. If you must use your credit card, pay it off at the end of the month and don't pay interest.

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