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TIL the 50/30/20 budget rule actually works for my grocery spending
My problem was always blowing my food budget in Portland, where prices are high. I tried the 50/30/20 rule, putting $400 a month for groceries in the 'needs' category and sticking to it. It forced me to plan meals instead of just grabbing takeout. Has anyone else found a specific rule like this that finally clicked for them?
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thea_knight3mo ago
Nice, that rule saved my budget too lol.
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rivera.keith1mo ago
Yeah see I kinda disagree, I feel like waiting a day just makes me want it more lol. Impulse buys are what keep life interesting sometimes.
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lisa6713mo ago
Read a blog post that said it helps to avoid impulse buys. You wait a day and the urge usually passes. Makes a huge difference over time.
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