
Budgeting Basics
12th Grade · Social Studies · 75 min· General Ss.ms.9-12.1
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Learning Objective
I can create a personal budget that tracks income, expenses, and savings.
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According to a 2016 Gallup poll, only 32% of couples keep a written budget of any kind.
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When creating a budget, it is important to categorize your expenses into 5 categories: Essentials, Security, Goals, Lifestyle, and Discretionary.
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To make your budget stick, you should write it down, update it, and use advanced technology such as budgeting apps.


