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Saving versus spending

Saving money now is worth more than spending money later. This advice applies to any budget item that you could spend less on now.

Even if it is a really great deal, remind yourself that cash in hand now is worth more than an unnecessary purchase.

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"I always say, 'People first, then money, then things.'" ~ Suze Orman

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