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How to Make a Budget

By Kimberly Palmer

Posted: June 25, 2008

I recently spoke with Felicia Taylor at Retirement Living TV on how to make a personal budget. One tip: Think long term, in terms of the year instead of the month or the week, to make it easier to anticipate costs that come up less frequently.

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Kimberly Palmer, senior editor for U.S. News & World Report, writes about how to save money, avoid scams, manage debt, and be a savvy shopper. Send your personal finance questions to her for expert money advice.


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