Basics Beginner: Budgeting Made Simple

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1.
A budget never changes.
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False. A budget is a living document that changes over time and needs to be adjusted as income, expenses and circumstances change.
2.
The first step in financing a major purchase is to ________.
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Establish a household budget. That way, you can see how and where the planned purchase can be fit into your overall financial picture.
3.
What kinds of expenses should you include in a budget?
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All of your expenses. When you create a budget, you should be as inclusive of your expenses as possible.
4.
If you have irregular income, sticking to a budget is impossible.
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False. If you have irregular income, it is very possible to stick to a budget
5.
What is one way to gather accurate information about your income to include in a budget?
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Looking at your paystub. Looking at your paystub is one way to gather accurate information about your income to include in a budget.