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Introduction to
Budgeting
BudgetingHow much you earn has almost no bearing on whether or not you will build wealth and meet your financial goals.
• How much should you spend?• How much should you save?• How much should you give?
Setting Savings Goals• Short-term – reach in under three months• Intermediate-term – reach in three months
to one year• Long-term – reach in five years
Set Savings Goals• Short-term – reach in under three months
Set Savings Goals• Intermediate-term – three months to one year
Set Savings Goals• Long-term – accomplish in five years
ACTIVITY TIME!!!MY GOALS
Set Spending Goals• Do you need it?• Do you want it?• Do you need something that you want?
Wants vs. Needs
WantsA want is something you would like to have
Needs
A need is something necessary for survival
ACTIVITY TIME!!!WANTS VS. NEEDS
Saving Tips• Prioritize and keep your eye on the prize– Prize is reaching your goals for short and
long-term savings, paying back what you owe, making donations, and gifting
• Determine “your” room for improvement
Saving Tips• Never spend more than $10 without taking
48 hours to think about it – this will help with impulsive spending
• What are some other ways you can save?
Questions?
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