Budget Tip #25: Make a List & Stick to It!

There’s an old American proverb that says “When one walks into a Target to buy one thing, they leave with 10.”

How many times does that happen to you? More often than you’d like to admit? There’s a good chance your checking account balance will reflect this habit.

The key is to make a list and stick to it. Write down on paper or make a note on your phone and with things that you need. And get just that. Nothing else.

Heck, you can even make it a fun game with the family. “How long does it take for us to get out of the store?” Keep track and make it a fun time for everyone.

Help yourself out. Download a PDF of this tip, print it out and hang it to remind yourself!

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