Monday, July 14, 2014

Saving & Budgeting 101 - Five Ways to Save Smart

Saving & Budgeting
If you think your personal finances are in need of an overhaul, you aren't alone. According to the US Census, the average American household is falling short of their savings goals. I, along with First National Bank  hope to give you some basic tools to help you establish and achieve your personal financial goals. If you have any questions or concerns about saving and budgeting contact Nick Zwiebel with First National Bank and let him know I sent you. Follow me for the next six Mondays for some great tips, tricks and ideas to keep your savings and budgeting on track.

Last Monday, we discussed The Six Element of Savings – Today we will share the Five ways to Save Smart. According to First National Bank, these 5 ways can help you get back on track for savings and budgeting.  It is important to remember to be strategic in your savings to maximize results.
1. set a realistic goal
2. pay yourself first
3. start now
4. start small
5. use separate accounts…why?

Use accounts like buckets for different expenses and goals. An average household should have a minimum of seven accounts: Household, Husband, Wife, Medical Savings, Short Term Savings, Emergency Savings and Child(ren) Savings

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