How to Start Living Below Your Means

Living below your means is one of the cornerstone principles of personal finance and the most important.

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How to Start Living Below Your Means

Living below your means is one of the cornerstone principles of personal finance and the most important.

1

Track Your Spending

2

Create a Budget

3

Stay Out of Debt

4

Cut Unnecessary Expenses and Spend Money Wisely

5

Find a Cheaper Place to Live

2

Lower Your Cost of Living

2

Automate Your Finances

2

Use Cash Instead of Credit for Big Purchases