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Tag: expenses

Tracking my expenses

Tracking my expenses

by Journey ManNovember 17, 2020November 17, 2020Leave a comment

I decided that in order to build (improve, encourage, regain) self-control in terms of my spending habits, I need to work on my discipline. Sounds scary for some reason LOL. I can't believe it, but I have actually started tracking…

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Financial Habits, Late Starter expenses, keep track, spending plan
How to make a personal budget

How to make a personal budget

by BrendanOctober 11, 2020February 6, 2021Leave a comment

This post is all about how to make a personal budget. It's not the most exciting topic but I would like to encourage you to stick around because (and this is the most important part of this article), if you don’t…

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Budgeting expenses, keep track, spending plan
How to manage your money better

How to manage your money better

by BrendanFebruary 18, 2019February 10, 2021Leave a comment

If you want to know how to manage your money better, then you've come to the right place! This is just a short intro with 3 tips that you can work on this week. However, there is a great introduction…

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Financial Habits Budget, emergency fund, expenses
Help! Where's my money gone?

Help! Where’s my money gone?

by BrendanSeptember 15, 2018January 12, 20211 Comment

Where's my money gone? Ever feel overwhelmed by money stresses and that feeling of despair when you realise that you don’t have enough money left?

Financial Health, Save Money checklist, debt free, download, expenses, podcast
Increasing fuel price

How to survive the increasing fuel price

by BrendanSeptember 10, 2018January 22, 20212 Comments

Wow, the fuel price has surged in South Africa over the past few years and it seems like we're currently hitting all time highs. However, it's not just fuel, it's the general cost of living with rentals, groceries, clothing and…

Read More How to survive the increasing fuel price

Budgeting expenses, inflation, insurance, petrol cost
Creating a budget is simply a plan for your money

How to make a financial plan

by BrendanJune 4, 2018December 2, 2020Leave a comment

Most people think of a budget as restrictive whereas it really is just a plan for your money to enable you to manage it better.

Budgeting debt free, expenses, Goals, track
Special wedding day

Your special wedding day

by BrendanApril 2, 2018October 20, 2020Leave a comment

Getting married is a truly magical experience but wow, it can be expensive, stressful and over the top! There is so much to consider when planning your wedding day. From family and friends, food, venue, weather, and the list goes…

Read More Your special wedding day

Budgeting, Smart Choices celebrate, expenses, keep track, plan, spend, stress, wedding
Be honest with yourself

Be honest with yourself about your money

by BrendanMarch 19, 2018October 20, 20202 Comments

To be honest with yourself and acknowledge your expenses is relevant to you whether or not you budget. It's probably more relevant to those who don't yet have a budget as it may be quite an eye-opener to see how…

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Budgeting, Financial Habits expenses, honesty, track
What's your survival number

What’s your survival number?

by BrendanJanuary 8, 2018October 8, 2020Leave a comment

"What does that even mean?" you might be wondering. Well, by "survival number" I am referring to how much you need in order to survive. And really, what's the least amount of money you can survive off if things were really…

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Budgeting, Financial Freedom debt free, expenses, Focus, Goals

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