When people hear the word “budget,” they often think of restricting themselves, sacrificing what they enjoy, and counting pennies. But a budget is far more than that; it’s a tool for empowerment, ...

Although the Budget Control Act of 2011 — the debt ceiling legislation from last summer — improves the fiscal outlook of the country over the next decade, it did not eliminate the “structural gap” ...

Making money is one thing, but if you’re not budgeting and financially planning, then your finances could still be in trouble. Budgeting can be difficult, but getting into a habit and getting a budget ...

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