Why Budget?

Creating a budget is an essential step in completing both long- and short-term financial goals and is an important part of planning for your education costs at University of Maryland Global Campus. Many people are unaware of how much they are spending, or how their spending compares to what they are earning. A simple budget can help you gain a better understanding of your current financial situation. It can also help you to save and plan for large purchases, such as a car or home.

The key to good budgeting is to make a list of your total monthly income and the money you spend each month. This will allow you to see how your financial resources and expenses compare, and make adjustments as necessary. It is important to regularly assess your financial goals and understand what actions you can take to achieve these goals.

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Budgeting Tools

By browsing the Internet, you can find many tools to help you create a budget. You should look for tools that allow you to review your expenses and income in an easy-to-understand format.

Take A Quiz!

Test your budgeting knowledge. You may be surprised by some of your answers. To learn more, visit Practical Money Skills for Life.

Remember to Keep Your Budget Current

Your budget is a living document that you should continually review and update—it should always reflect your current income and expenses. Also, if you are having difficulty maintaining your budget, you may need to revisit your original figures to adjust your expenses or your income level if there have been any changes.