As I am getting ready to leave the nest...?

Question

I am trying to figure out the best way to keep my money and bills organized so i know how I am spending my money and so I wont have to worry about going into debt. What is the best way to do so. Also, are there any websites with tips on this?

Answer 1

Get some personal finance software such as Microsoft Money.  It is less than $100 at an electronics retailer.  You can buy used copies off sites like EBay or Craigslist for cheaper than that.

Answer 2

try setting up you bills so that they are paid automatically, like i have my gym and cell phone billed to my credit card so i only have to pay the one bill to take care of several. ten i get a spending report from them.

Answer 3

Suze Orman Website Myfico.com,

Dave Ramsey Website http://www.daveramsey.com/

First learn about Credit

Then learn about Cash Flow

Then learn about interest types

Then learn about investing

In the meantime as you're learning make it fun to save cash by paying yourself first before you pay your bills.  Create the emergency fund which is should account for 4 paychecks.

Good Luck