Sorting out your finances in 2021
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After the last year, we are really feeling the pinch lately and it is time to move forward and get our finances back on track.
Give A Budgeting Tracker A Go
Budgeting is now easier than ever. There are so many different types of apps available on your phone and tablets now. These can help you budget your income and outgoings. You can track your outgoings and then you will be able to clearly see if you have any money that is being wasted or can be better spent elsewhere. Then use any excess you find to try and pay off some debts and if you have any leftover you can use it to enjoy life.
Clear Higher Interest Rate Debt First
Sometimes people will look to pay off the lower balances first on credit cards or loans. However, this isn’t always the best way to clear them down. If you look at what you are paying monthly on the interest and focus on the ones with the highest interest rates, you will find it will come down a lot quicker and, in turn, you will have more disposable income to focus on other things.
Eligible For Help?
There are all different types of help and support financially about and some people may be entitled to it but just have never bothered to see if they are. If you live alone you are entitled to certain help and discounts as well as cold weather payments which can help with heating and hot water bills in the winter. You will never know unless you try, so check if you are eligible for any help and apply. You could end up saving a lot of money.
Cut Down Your Bills
With many utility companies, you may be put on standard plans after introductory offers have finished. You may think that’s the only option, but normally there are other things available. You could even look to switch companies if somewhere else offers you a lower payment and deal. Take time to review all of your outgoings or get someone to help you that you trust. Start with speaking to your energy providers and see what can be done to reduce what you currently spend. People will leave their bills to go out each month automatically and never check if there is something better and cheaper out there when the most likely answer is yes there is.
Get Help On Unexpected Costs
In life, there are always unexpected payments and costs that crop up. It can’t be helped and can really come out of the blue sometimes. If this happens if you don’t have the funds available see what direct lenders are out there. They will be able to help you get those costs covered until you next get your payments in.
These are some ways in which you can help yourself get back on track and take back control of your finances. It will help the outgoings giving you more money to enjoy life.
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