Step 7 – To Gain Financial Stability – Pay Yourself First

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“Pay yourself first” is a catchphrase that refers to prioritizing your personal savings above other expenses. To achieve it, savings should be a fixed line on your budget that happens every month without fail. Here’s how to pay yourself first. 1. Review your spending Take a clear look at your spending and track it over […]

Step 6 – To Gain Financial Stability – Pay It Forward

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Now that you’ve started paying down debt, you and your partner have tackled big money issues, and you’ve mastered the art of spending mindfully, you’re now ready to think beyond your own needs by learning how to pay it forward. Money management can sometimes feel inherently selfish. You’re earning, budgeting, saving and investing, all so […]