Budgeting & Goals
Creating a personal budget isn’t easy—but when you’ve got specific goals in mind, it can go much more smoothly. Learn about short-term and long-term financial goals, plus ways to create small victories along the way.
Consider cost of living when budgeting
Knowing the average cost of living in your area can be helpful when you're trying to create a monthly budget. Check out how much it costs to live in your state to better allocate your budget to different spending categories.
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