How I did it: I have always WANTED to do this but it took me a while to finally decide to sit down and DO IT. I made a day-by-day plan of my finances, and every penny I didn't *need* to spend, I put in a savings account. I'll never be really done of this goal, but now I have the tools to keep on going.

Lessons & tips: Give yourself a weekly/bi-weekly allowance. Adjust it for times when you need more (birthday to buy for, etc.) but the times you can put away, do it; and stick to it!

Resources: Having a goal. Something you want to save up for (iPod, Car, House, Trip). If you know there's gonna be something to look forward to at the end it gives lots of motivation

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Apr 06, 2009, 01:20PM PDT | 0 comments | 2 cheers