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1 Build-A-Budget Core concepts of money management Budgeting ebook
2 This ebook is brought to you by Hanscom Federal Credit Union in conjunction with our partner BALANCE.
3 Weekly Expense Tracking Worksheet BalanceTrack If you don t know where your money is going, it s time to start tracking your spending. Different methods of tracking work for different people some like to save receipts while others prefer to jot down all purchases in a small notebook they carry with them. Remember, tracking is only effective if you count every expense, including the morning newspaper and the change you put in the office vending machine. Use the sheets on the next two pages to record weekly and monthly spending totals. (Make copies of the charts so that you can track for longer than one week.) Item Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Total Expenses Weekly Budget Over / Under Groceries Restaurants Laundry/Dry Cleaning Medical/Dental Auto/Gas/Parking Transportation Child Care Personal Care Clothing Bank Fees/Postage Entertainment Books/Music/Video Cigarettes/Alcohol Gifts/Cards Home/Garden Church/Charity Savings Weekly Expense Totals COPYRIGHT 2010 BALANCE
4 BalanceTrack Monthly Expense Tracking Worksheet Item Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Total Expenses Monthly Budget Over / Under Groceries Restaurants Laundry/Dry Cleaning Medical/Dental Auto/Gas/Parking Transportation Child Care Personal Care Clothing Bank Fees/Postage Entertainment Books/Music/Video Cigarettes/Alcohol Gifts/Cards Home/Garden Church/Charity Savings Monthly Expense Totals COPYRIGHT 2010 BALANCE
5 BalanceTrack Fritter Finder Ever wonder where all of your money goes? The Fritter Finder can help you track where you spend your money. At the end of the week, you ll have a clear idea of where those extra dollars could be hiding. In the future, you can use funds you currently fritter away to increase savings, pay off bills or buy something special. (The chart to the right represents a nationwide guideline for a balanced budget.) Instructions: For one week, carry the Fritter Finder in your wallet or purse and track where you spend your money. Write down everything you buy from the 25 newspaper to the $1 bagel. The object is to track where every penny goes. At the end of the day add your totals at the bottom. Then at the end of the week add your daily totals to figure out your expenses for the week. Housing 35% Transportation 15% Savings 10% Debt 15% 25% # CUT HERE, FOLD AND CARRY WITH YOU. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Item Cost Item Cost Item Cost Item Cost Item Cost Item Cost Item Cost Daily Total: Daily Total: Daily Total: Daily Total: Daily Total: Daily Total: Daily Total: COPYRIGHT 2010 BALANCE
6 BalanceTrack Budget Worksheet Monthly Income. Enter your net (after taxes) income from all sources. For income received infrequently, such as bonuses or tax returns, calculate the annual income, then divide by 12 to find the monthly amount. Income Source You Your Spouse Job Part-time job Rental/room & board received Commissions/bonuses Tax refunds Investment income Government benefits Unemployment insurance Child support/alimony Support from family/friends COPYRIGHT 2010 BALANCE Total Monthly Income
7 Monthly Expenses. Since many expenses are variable, such as utilities and groceries, it is important to average these expenses. expenses are periodic (such as insurance or vehicle registration). Again, calculate the annual amount and divide by 12. Category Expense Average Per Month Goal Per Month Rent/Mortgage 2nd Mortgage/Equity Line Homeowner s/renter s Insurance HOUSING FOOD INSURANCE (Exclude payroll deducted amounts) MEDICAL CARE (Exclude payroll deducted amounts) TRANSPORTATION (Exclude payroll deducted amounts) CHILD CARE (Exclude payroll deducted amounts) SAVINGS INCOME TAXES UNSECURED DEBT Condo Fees/HOA Dues Home Maintenance Gas/Electric Water/Sewer/Garbage Telephone Groceries/Household Items At Work/School Health/Dental/Vision Life/Disability Doctor/Chiropractor Optometrist/Lenses Dentist/Orthodontist Prescriptions Car Payment #1 Car Payment #2 Auto Insurance Registration Gasoline/Oil Maintenance/Repairs Public Transportation/Tolls/Parking Daycare Child Support/Alimony Emergency Goals Prior Year Estimated Tax Payments (Self-Employed) Loan payment Credit Card #1 Credit Card #2 Credit Card #3 Credit Card #4 COPYRIGHT 2010 BALANCE Continued on next page
8 Category Expense Average Per Month Goal Per Month Beauty/Barber PERSONAL Clothing/Jewelry Cosmetics/Manicure Cable/Satellite Movies/Concerts/Theater Books/Magazines ENTERTAINMENT CD/Tapes/Videos/DVD Dining Out Sports/Hobbies Vacation/Travel Banking Fees Laundry Union Dues Internet Service Pet Care Gifts for Holidays/Birthdays Cell Phone/Pager Postage Cigarettes/Alcohol MISCELLANEOUS Contributions to Church/Charity Total Monthly Expenses (include totals from the previous page) COPYRIGHT 2010 BALANCE Bottom Line. Once you have determined the total of your take-home pay and expenses you are ready to determine your bottom line. Subtract the total of all expenses including debt payments from your net income. If the result is a positive number, you can add the extra money to your savings to reach your goals sooner. If your expenses exceed your income, you ll need to make some adjustments to bring your finances back into balance. Total Monthly Income Total Monthly Expenses Balance =
9 Build-A-Budget Introduction Many financial problems, such as not being able to pay bills, having credit card debt, and not being able to save, stem from not following the golden rule of money management: spending less than you earn. Are you currently following the golden rule? By tracking your purchases, you can see how much and what you are spending your money on. A budget is simply a plan for what you want to do with your money. It sets restrictions on spending, but it does not have to be oppressive. And by sticking to it, you will have the money for the things that are important to you, whether it be saving for a child s college education or taking a nice vacation once a year. Page 1
10 Build-A-Budget Accuracy and commitment are vital. You should track your expenses for a minimum of one month. However, because expenses can fluctuate, the longer you do it, the better. The following are some tracking techniques: Write it down Record your purchases in a small notebook you carry with you, or write them down using the Fritter Finder available at the beginning of this book. At the end of the day, list your total purchases in the Tracking Worksheet or a computer spreadsheet. Keep receipts Get and keep receipts for all of your purchases, and tally them at the end of the day. Stick to plastic Just use your cards, and refer to the statements your financial institutions provide. You can also check your account activity online. (This is not necessarily the best option since you statement does not show what you purchased.) If you do ever use cash, it is important to record it. Use budgeting software If you have a computer with budgeting software, you can input the information you have gathered into it. Some programs even link to your checking and credit card accounts and automatically report your purchases. Page 2
11 Build-A-Budget Examine your findings After you have tracked your spending for at least a month, examine your findings. Begin to sort out your wants from your needs. If you are like most people, you ll be able to identify areas of spending waste fairly quickly. When you build your budget, you can use the results of your tracking work to make sensible and reasonable changes. Though everybody s budget is different, there is one consistent rule: expenses should never exceed income. List and total your monthly net income To start creating a budget, use the budgeting worksheet provided at the beginning of this book. List your and your spouse s (if applicable) net (after-tax) income from all sources. If you receive seasonal or periodic income, calculate what you receive per year and divide by 12. If you are uncertain about any figures, be conservative with your estimate. It s better to have money left over than be caught without enough to pay your bills. List and total your current monthly expenses There are two columns in the Budget worksheet Current and Proposed. In the Current column, list your monthly expenses as they are now. Use the figures from your tracking forms or budgeting software to help you with accuracy. Remember to list debt payments and savings contributions. Also don t forget about expenses that come up once in a while (called periodic expenses), such as gifts, trips, and vehicle maintenance costs. To calculate what you spend per month, total what you spend per year and divide by 12. Even though you may only have many of these expenses once or twice a year, you can set aside money every month so that they are easier to pay when they do occur. Page 3
12 Build-A-Budget Subtract your current expenses from your current income Total your current expenses and subtract the sum from your current income. If on paper you have money left over, but in reality you are living close to the edge or falling behind, then you have not accounted for everything or some of your figures are wrong. Take some time to examine your budget for inaccuracies and make corrections. You may want to track your expenses for another month or two and fill out the worksheet again. Identify where you want to make budgetary changes If you are spending more than you re earning, you will need to make changes. Are there any ways you can increase your income (e.g., get a part-time job, rent out a room in your house, work overtime)? Are there any expenses that can be reduced, postponed, or eliminated? Be honest about what is a necessity and what isn t. (Eating out for lunch everyday or having cable television is nice, but you don t need them to live.) List any changes you plan on making in the Proposed column of the worksheet. Even if you currently spending less than you are earning, if you are not saving as much as you want to (remember the figures from the Financial Goals Chart), it is a good idea to consider what ways you can increase your income and/or reduce your expenses to free up cash. You may also want to make changes if you have credit card debt or unsecured personal loans so that you can increase your payments. The higher your monthly payments, the less interest you have to pay and sooner you will be debt free. Page 4
13 Build-A-Budget Beat the Budget Busters Sticking to a budget can sometimes be a challenge. Use these tools and techniques to help you stay the course: Avoid those stores, malls, and online retailers where you know you have a hard time controlling your spending. Make a list of what you need before shopping, and buy only what s on it. Occasionally reward your efforts with an affordable reward. If you re on the verge of splurging, seek the support of a friend who knows what you are trying to accomplish. Avoid excessive use of credit. Since you don t have to pay the bill right away, it is easy to overspend when you use a credit card. Only charge purchases when you can afford to repay the balance in full by the due date. For every potential purchase, question whether it is a want (nonessential) or a need (essential). Recognizing the difference between the two can help you avoid unnecessary spending and impulse shopping. Remember your goals. By sacrificing the things you don t really need today, you can attain more meaningful financial objectives in the future. Setting aside cash on a regular basis is a habit worth getting into. It allows you to achieve your financial goals and provides a safety net during financially-challenging times. Page 5
14 Budgeting Basics How much should you save? A general rule of thumb is that you should set aside 10% of your monthly net income. However, depending on your financial goals, you may want to save more. If you can afford to set aside 10%, you typically do not want to save less, but if money is tight, begin with whatever you can afford, even if it s only a few dollars. Establish an emergency fund In addition to saving for specific goals and periodic expenses, it is important to establish a general emergency fund. Unexpected things happen, and without a savings cushion, you may find yourself turning to credit or skipping bills if, for example, your car breaks down or you lose your job. Financial experts recommend saving at least three to six months worth of essential living expenses. If emergency fund has less than that, determine how much you can set aside each month until you reach your goal. Even if you are paying down debt, you should still set aside something each month if you have little or no savings now. Page 6
15 Build-A-Budget Where should you put your savings? Because you may be tempted to spend it prematurely, putting your savings in your checking account is usually a bad idea. There are many options for storing your savings: Savings account With a savings account, you deposit money with a financial institution and receive interest or dividends in return. You can withdraw your money at any time (making it a good choice for emergency savings). Savings accounts are insured, meaning you will still be able to access your money if the financial institution goes out of business. Certificate of deposit (CD) CDs are also offered by financial institutions, but you are required to leave your money deposited for the term of the CD. If you withdraw early, in most cases, you will have to pay an early withdrawal penalty. CDs are insured and generally have a higher interest rate than savings accounts. Money market deposit account Money market deposit accounts are similar to savings accounts, but the interest rate is variable and usually higher as well. They are insured and may come with limited check-writing privileges. Money market mutual funds Money market mutual funds are mutual funds that invest in short-term debt obligations, such as Treasury bills and CDs. While generally safe, money market mutual funds are not insured and provide no guarantee against loss. U.S. Treasury bills Treasury bills are short-term debt obligations of the U.S. government. With the above options, there is little to no risk that you will lose the money you deposit. Low risk is important for emergency and short-term savings. However, while you will earn more interest than with a checking account, the interest rate is still fairly low. For long-term goals, it makes sense to put at least a portion of your savings in investment vehicles with a higher return, such as stocks and bonds. There is a risk that you will lose some or even all of the money you invest, but the risk is less over a long timeframe. You can further reduce your risk by choosing investments carefully and diversifying your investment choices. Page 7
16 Build-A-Budget Make Saving Easy There are many techniques that can be used to jump-start saving: If you have direct deposit, have a portion of your paycheck directly deposited into your savings account. Or set up a regular automatic transfer from your checking account to your savings account. What you don t see, you don t miss. When you receive a raise, put the extra cash in savings instead of spending it. Deposit bonuses, income tax refunds, and cash gifts from birthdays, holidays, or other special occasions into savings. Save all of your loose change. A quarter here and a dime there will add up. Once you ve paid off your car or other debt, start putting the same amount in savings Save even if you have debt. If your debt carries a high rate of interest, it is to your financial benefit to concentrate on repayment, but you should find a sensible balance. By saving even a little as you are repaying debt, you ll start an emergency account, kick the habit of borrowing, and establish a savings routine. Page 8
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