The way we shop doesnt always neatly fall into the budget categories we set for ourselves.
It can complicate how you track your spending.
You dont want to throw off your budget by lumping expenses under a category where they dont belong.
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Here are five ways to handle purchases that fall into multiplebudget categories.
Use colored highlighters, markers or pencils for visual distinction.
Probably not as good as youd like.
It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings.
But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?
Ask one of these companies to help… Dont forget to factor in tax.
Its usually a nominal amount.
Also, be considerate of others waiting in line.
attempt to choose a register thats not super busy if you plan to make several transactions.
Dont forget to factor in tax.
Remember, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to budgeting.
Its totally acceptable to use this different metric for budgeting if that works better for you.
Youd simply write down how much you spent at TJ Maxx.
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Nicole Dow is a senior writer at The Penny Hoarder.
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