Be Smart About Money: Money Management and Budgeting (Be Smart About Money and Financial Literacy)

When you get your first paycheck, the impulse is to spend it right away. After all, there's the new smartphone and video game system you want. But if you choose to spend quickly, you'll find your money disappears—fast! How do you avoid this common mistake? Smart money management and budgeting! Be prepared for your first paycheck. Plan a budget. Save. BE SMART ABOUT MONEY will show you the basics to managing your money, provide smart ways to save and spend, and how to create your personal budget. "Examines money management and budgeting, including saving and spending strategies, making decisions about the best financial products and services, and creating a personal budget"--Provided by publisher. Money matters Making some dough Investing in you Budgeting basics Getting financially fit Know the score.