I found an interesting link through CNN.com. The article lays out a step by step lesson guide to organizing your finances and making sure you keep them that way. In times like this it’s very crucial that everybody understands how to manage their money. I’m going to go over a brief overview of what the website talks about, then I’ll supply you the link so your wonderful inquisitive eyes can go and look for yourselves at the more in depth guide.

First and foremost, before you attempt to handle anything regarding money, you should set your priorities. You need to know what ‘money drains’ are most important. IE: High interest cards & loans, outstanding payments, monthly bills etc. Paying off high interest cards & loans first will make your final payment smaller in the long run. Think about it… sacrifice- give up a little money and bite the bullet to pay more on your principle each month, or pay small amounts for the rest of your life. Seriously. You’ll probably be paying forever. Forever. Read more…

Every time you shop online, eat out, travel, fill up your tank, go to a movie or buy a candy bar you could be earning cash for your college education or paying off existing loans. Every purchase you make could be extra money toward your loans. Wanna know how? Read more…