How to Keep a Budget Book: Step by Step
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A budget book shows where your money actually goes. Getting started is easier than it sounds.
The key points
- For four weeks, write down every income and expense.
- Sort spending into a few clear categories.
- Review your entries once a week.
- After the first month, mark where you can save.
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Bottom line
The step you will probably feel first: for four weeks, write down every income and expense. Start with one point, check the result after a few weeks, then build on your plan.
