Intro: Restart Your Saving Habit
The envelope budgeting money management strategy forces you to accurately budget your expenses each month by only giving you access to a predetermined amount of money, and the goal is to teach you to gain better control of your finances.
Though the envelope budgeting method might not be suitable for everybody since it requires only the use of cash, it is still a great exercise to help you form a disciplined budgeting habit. So how does the envelope system work, and is it the right choice for you? Here is what you need to know.
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