Monday, October 12, 2009

Personal Balance Sheet

Building a Personal Balance Sheet to Better Manage Finances
"A balance sheet is simply a snapshot of an entity's financial circumstances. Just as companies use balance sheets in the corporate world, individuals and families can likewise gain valuable insights by constructing personal balance sheets."




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Friday, October 9, 2009

Creating a Holiday Budget

Here's my latest budgeting article tailored specifically to family finances for the holidays. Merry Christmas . . . in a few months. 

Tips for Creating a Christmas & Holiday Budget: Keeping Track of All the Expenses "The Christmas season has a way of magically making all our money disappear. Decide now to start a holiday budget you're committed to abiding by in the coming months. A family that saves together is more likely to stay together!"