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Simplify Budgeting with the 50/30/20 Approach

Budgeting can be tough, especially if debt has already started piling up — or the amount you think you’re spending doesn’t match up with your credit card statement. That’s why it can be helpful to start with a flexible framework that makes it easy to visualize your spending and saving habits, while still allowing you to have some fun with your money.

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Spending Your Savings on Purpose

Three Ways to Make the Most Out of Your Savings. You’ve made a budget. You’ve stuck to your budget. And you’ve finally managed to have money left over at the end of every month. Congratulations! Now comes the tricky part: what to do with that extra cash?

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Plan ahead for the holiday budget crunch

Every year, millions of Americans celebrate the holidays with traditions such as throwing parties and buying gifts for family and friends. Unfortunately, many also participate in a tradition that lands them in debt -- spending more than they can afford.This year, break the buy-now, worry-later habit by creating -- and sticking to -- a special holiday spending plan. It won’t take long, and you’ll still be able to spread cheer without completely draining your wallet.

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Keep Track of How Much Joy You’re Spreading (and Spending)

‘Tis the season for giving…and giving…and giving. And all that giving can be hard to keep track of. Don’t worry, our budget tool located within Online Banking can help. Here are just a few of the features: