The Organized Budget

Well-planned saving, budgeting and spending are key to keeping more of what’s yours. Prioritize your budget to help make late fees or overdrawn accounts things of the past.

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January 1 New Years Day. Make 4 Goals that are measurably achievable. Add them to your January calendar. Each week give yourself an estimated percentage complete for each goal. Seeing concrete... Read more...

Organizing on a Shoe String You don't have to have the latest organizing containers or gadgets on the market to get and stay organized. Here are 7 simple ways you can get organized on a shoe string. Read more... Average Rating (0 votes)		The 11 Best Money Saving Ideas of All Time - Part 4 Part 1 \| Part 2 \| Part 3 \| Part 4 This is a four part series giving you advice on saving your hard-earned money in a variety of down-to-earth ways. Nothing here is anything that anyone can't do on a daily basis. Read more... Average Rating (3 votes)
The 11 Best Money Saving Ideas of All Time - Part 3 Part 1 \| Part 2 \| Part 3 \| Part 4 This is a four part series giving you advice on saving your hard-earned money in a variety of down-to-earth ways. Nothing here is anything that anyone can't do on a daily basis. Read more... Average Rating (3 votes)		The 11 Best Money Saving Ideas of All Time - Part 2 Part 1 \| Part 2 \| Part 3 \| Part 4 This is a four part series giving you advice on saving your hard-earned money in a variety of down-to-earth ways. Nothing here is anything that anyone can't do on a daily basis. Read more... Average Rating (2 votes)
Remodeling on a Budget We would all love to remodel our home. The evidence? Just look at the profusion of new programs dealing with remodeling rooms, houses, or yards by neighbors, mothers, complete strangers or your Uncle Mort on a $1000, $500 or $1.98 budget. If you, upon viewing one too many episodes of Trading Spaces, have decided to take the plunge, here are a few tips to ensure your remodeling project is completed under budget. Read more... Average Rating (1 vote)		10 Best Student Loan Options Many students need loans, yet few know the best resources. Read about what some consider the 10 best student loans available today. Read more... Average Rating (1 vote)
Are Student Loans Better than Credit Cards Credit cards are not wise options for paying college tuition. The "never-ending" cycle of debt only drives the student deeper into debt. Learn about loans as the source of choice. Read more... Average Rating (0 votes)		Living On What's Left Needs first, wants later. Does this sound like your financial planning strategy? When budgeting, put the household's needs first. All else can come second. Read more... Average Rating (0 votes)
Organize and Simplify Your Spending If you're planning your holiday or seasonal shopping, it's time for some new strategies: Use one credit card, buy gift cards, limit the number of toys you buy, shop early and stick to your list. Read more... Average Rating (1 vote)		Organizing your Finances. Thinking Outside the Box Financial management and tax planning shouldn't happen once a year. Make a monthly date with your records - and get your finances in order. Read more... Average Rating (0 votes)
Setting Your Financial Priorities Food, water and shelter are life's essentials. But keeping spending for those within a budget can be daunting. Set your priorities to ensure your finances remain in balance. Read more... Average Rating (0 votes)		The 11 Best Money Saving Ideas of All Time Albert Einstein said it takes a genius to see the obvious. Yet when it comes to money management, few of us are Einsteins. Practice these money-saving ideas to get your finances in order. Read more... Average Rating (6 votes)