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Eileen M. Carrero, CPA

Financial Advisor, CPA

 

Eileen Carrero Financial Services, LLC

Wealth Management, Tax & Accounting

4917 West 144th Place

Midlothian, IL 60445

 

Phone:  708-489-1035

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Email: eileen.carrero@ceterafs.com

Website: www.myecfs.com

November/December 2023

Adopt Healthy Money Habits

Your relationship with money may have its roots in your childhood. How your family handled their finances can affect your attitude toward spending and saving as an adult.


If your family saved responsibly for the things they wanted to buy, chances are good that you will, too. But, if your family squandered money and never saved, their bad money habits may be influencing how you handle your finances. Make sure you’re practicing good money habits like the ones below.


Examine Your Spending Habits
Buying small items, such as coffee and a bagel, every day on your way to work can add up to a substantial amount over time. Write down everything you buy over one or two weeks to find out how much you’re spending. You might be surprised at the total. You can adjust your spending habits once you see where your money is going.


Live Within Your Income
Paying with cash means you’ll be able to spend only as much money as you have on hand. If you use a credit card, make sure you can pay off the balance when the bill comes.


Pay Yourself
Treat your savings as a bill by putting money in your account every month before you pay anyone else. As your income rises, increase the amount you’re saving.


Follow a Spending Plan
Build a monthly budget based on your income and expenses. Remember to account for items you pay yearly, such as insurance or homeowner association.


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