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Budgeting involves setting limits on spending, as well as making wise decisions once it is time to purchase goods or services. People who budget often live much less stressful lives than people who do not budget. When you take a careful look at the ways in which you spend your money, it enables you to make good decisions so that you remain financial secure. So, why is it so difficult for people to budget? One of the reasons is temptation. Temptation lurks around every corner, and it reveals itself in the form of trendy outfits, new cars or lavish spending sprees. However, spending aimlessly is a surefire way to make things much harder on yourself financially.

Many people choose to keep a spreadsheet to budget properly. A properly maintained spreadsheet includes monthly bills such as utilities, as well as other bills such as car payments, food and cell phone service. One of the main reasons why a spreadsheet is so useful, is because it provides a measure of organisation of bills. You can simply take your monthly earnings, and then subtract these bills from them. Whatever is left over should be split up into savings and money you can spend freely. When you keep track of your spending you will not be surprised by costly bills.

Another reason why it is so important for people within the UK to budget their money, is to save for trips. While it would be nice if every trip we took was financed by the companies that we worked for, this is simply not the case. The UK is located in a region which lends itself to incredible travel opportunities. What most people do not realise, is that the costs of these trips occur at the destination. Plane tickets are generally not too expensive, but housing, transportation and souvenirs do cost money. You never know when you might be presented with a great opportunity to travel, so you need to be prepared once it does happen.

Most people will agree that unexpected expenses are simply a part of life. We often cannot control the actions of others. Unfortunately, these actions can reap negative consequences. One of the most common unexpected expenses is car repairs. Insurance will cover the cost of a wreck which is not your fault; however, if you do not have comprehensive insurance, then you might be forced to pay for the expenses yourself. Wrecks in which you are found to be at fault require you to pay for your own expenses in single-car accident cases.

Perhaps the most important reason that you should learn to budget in the UK, is that it allows you to have the freedom to buy what you want to buy. A little indulgence here and there never hurt anyone. In fact, you have a right to treat yourself to something that you thoroughly enjoy. It only becomes a problem if you spend outside of your means, but budgeting can eliminate this problem.