Money management can be a source of stress for many because they don’t really teach us about personal finances when we’re in school. We have to learn everything as we go, so the sooner we build smart and healthy habits, the better. To help you with that, today we’ll discuss a few simple and easy tips you can practice that will make a big difference!

1. Track Your Expenses

This is an obvious one, but not many people do it. You need to know how much you’re spending every month and on what so you can determine if there are things you can improve. Luckily, there are many apps such as Money Manager and many others that will help you keep track of everything you spend very easily. 

2. Set a Monthly Budget

Once you’re familiar with your monthly spending habits, you can use that information to set a monthly budget for yourself. The budget should be realistic, open to changes, and it should work for your lifestyle. This will encourage you to have better habits; for example, you realize you’re spending too much on takeout and this inspires you to cook more at home to save money. 

3. Take Care of Your Monthly Bills

Paying your monthly bills on time will help you manage your money a lot better, not to mention you’ll avoid late fees. Being responsible with your bills will also help your credit score and improve your interest rates. Make sure you set up reminders or set up automatic payments whenever possible. 

4. Eliminate Recurring Charges

It’s common for people to subscribe to services they end up using only once and then they forget to cancel the subscription. But payments for monthly subscriptions are automatic and they’re easy to overlook. So, review your spending and determine which subscriptions you need to cancel. 

5. Save, Save, Save

Saving money is something that should be second nature for everyone, but it’s not, which is why you need to start cultivating the habit today. Set up an emergency fund and use it to put money aside every week, every month. It doesn’t matter if you contribute to your emergency fund little by little, what matters is that you do it. 

Practice these 5 easy and simple money management tips and you won’t have any trouble taking care of your personal finances!