Dealing with our personal finances can be a sore subject. We avoid them like the plague when we know we won't like what we see. If we like where we are headed, we tend to forget all the work that got us there. Dealing with your finances should always be an ongoing project. We'll cover some of the highlights that can help you make sense of your money.
Be careful buying that extended warranty. Unless you think you'll need it, you shouldn't spend the extra money for it. Many items already come with a warranty that allows enough time for something to go wrong. To be on the safe side, do your research on the item to see if you need a longer warranty.
Conserve gas, save money and free up more time in your day by batching your errands together. Have just one errand day each week, and map out your errand stops so that you can plan the most efficient route. Save postage by batching your bill paying using an online service each month.
You can build a good credit history without getting yourself in debt by using a pre-paid credit card. You can usually get this type of card at your local bank. You pre-pay as much cash as you wish on the card, and use it just like a credit card. You will have access to your money as well as raising your credit score by paying monthly payments on time.
Signing up for online bill payments can save you money in more than one way. First, it eliminates the expense of envelopes and postage. It also benefits you by helping to avoid exorbitant charges and fees for skipping payments or forgetting to make your payment before the deadline. Most banks offer this service for free or for a nominal fee.
Our finances need to be dealt with on a regular basis in order for them to stay on the track that you set for them. Keeping a close eye on how you are using your money will help things stay smooth and easy. Incorporate some of these tricks into your next financial review.
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