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Today on MyMoneyLife with Chuck Bentley
Friday, November 6, 2009
Eating out on a budget
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Now, it’s no secret that the restaurant business has suffered during the last couple of years, but according to Forbes.com, it’s poised for a comeback. The results of a recent industry survey show 12% of all peope are planning on eating out more often in the months ahead. Now that may not seem like a lot to you, but in a struggling restaurant industry, that’s a pretty big number. Now, I’m glad that one part of the economy may be climbing out of the recession, but I hope it’s not at the expense of the family budget. So, here are 3 ways to eat out without going broke:
Maybe the most important thing to remember about eating out is to make sure you budget for it. You’ll enjoy the experience a lot more, and it won’t break the family bank. Now, at MoneyLife, we want to help you manage your money wisely—that’s God’s way. I hope you’ll take a few moments and visit us online at Crown.org. |
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Steps to Making a BudgetIn making a budget, there are several steps, each requiring individual effort. |
Need for a Spending PlanWithout a spending plan, it is impossible to know where your money goes each month and whether you will have available funds for the things you need. |
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Budget BustersBudget busters are areas that can result in financial disaster if not accounted for properly. |
Finding Financial FreedomThe Lord owns everything and we are merely stewards of what is His. He has clear ideas on how He wants His people to function as His stewards. |
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If you’re like most Americans, you’ve been eating out a lot less since the recession began. Odds are you’ve been saving quite a bit of money, as well.