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Being good with money is more than just making ends meet. Life is much easier when you have good financial skills. How you spend your money impacts your credit score and the amount of debt you end up carrying.

Although money cannot buy you happiness, it can bring a sense of security if you manage your money right. Without a handle on money management, you may always feel like your life is one step away from a financial cliff.

It is very important that you take a look at your after-tax income (not gross income) to determine if it is in line with your expectations. This is because your income level forms a crucial part of the budget.

Without a plan, it is extremely easy to find yourself short on money because it can make it easier to overspend. After all, the treat yourself logic is tempting to embrace. If you say yes to too many unnecessary expenses, then you might be disappointed with your savings. In order to combat this, take the time to make a budget. Plan out where you want to put your money, In addition to your everyday expenses, think about your savings goals for the future.

Setting the right set of financial goals is one of the most important steps in the process of money management.

An emergency fund is the best way to keep yourself prepared for any unexpected expenses in the future. Many experts advocate 3 to 6 months of expenses to be maintained in an emergency fund. However, the amount of money to be maintained in an emergency fund depends on your ability to absorb risk.
The small steps taken today can potentially shield you from any major financial catastrophe in the future.