How to Organize Personal Finances

Summary: Are you broke at the end of every pay period? Is your entire paycheck spent before you even get it to the bank? If so, you are not alone. More than half of America's work force is spending more than they make. And the problem is, you aren't blowing it all on foie gras and designer shoes, and yet you feel like you can never get ahead. Aside from trying to convince your boss to double your salary, is there a solution to exhausting psychological effects of barely scraping by, month after month, year after year? Tracking your expenses and creating a personal financial budget is a great place to start.

In this series of free online videos you'll get expert advice on creating a budget for your personal finances. Once you figure out where the money's going it will be easier to get spending under control. You'll learn how to divide your spending into distinctive categories, like housing, utilities, food, medical expenses, transportation and more. Once you've defined what type of spender you are, you can analyze cash flow, and create and maintain a budget and stick to it. While none of these videos will help you earn more, the advice they offer should help you spend your money more wisely.