How to be Fiscally Responsible

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Let’s be honest, the last time we had a budget surplus was at the time of Clinton’s presidency. Yet, we still talk about spending cuts, taxation, and anything else that may relate to the GDP and government spending.

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It makes you wonder, how does it relate to us in our personal finance? Let’s see how we can be more fiscally responsible in our personal finances.

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1. Set Financial Goals:

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2. Creating a Liveable Budget

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4. You need an Emergency Fund

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How to be Fiscally Responsible

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Let’s be honest, the last time we had a budget surplus was at the time of Clinton’s presidency. Yet, we still talk about spending cuts, taxation, and anything else that may relate to the GDP and government spending.

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It makes you wonder, how does it relate to us in our personal finance? Let’s see how we can be more fiscally responsible in our personal finances.

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What is Being Fiscally Responsible Mean?

1. Set Financial Goals:

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2. Creating a Liveable Budget

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3. Know Your Net Worth:

Part of planning out your budget and goals is to know what your money situation looks like. Every month, I track my net worth to know where I am going.

4. You need an Emergency Fund

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