Budget
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Homework assignments:
Have a discussion with your parent(s) or guardian(s) on the following questions. Please complete each questions using complete sentences. Then fill out the sample budget sheet with your parents.
How important is it to you to complete a family budget?
Other than a budget what methods do you use to keep track of spending?
Do you recommend that as an adult I should keep a budget? If not what method should I use to keep track of family spending and available income?
Sample budget sheet
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Monthly Budget |
Actual Budget |
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Income |
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Wages |
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Child support |
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Other income |
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Total income |
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Expenses |
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Rent/Mortgage |
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Utilities |
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Light |
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Cable |
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Internet |
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Cellphone |
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Phone |
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Groceries |
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Clothing |
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Entertainment |
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Car Payment |
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Insurance for house |
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Insurance for car |
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Student loans |
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Miscellaneous |
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Total Expenses |
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Net Income |
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