By Janet Bodnar
From Kiplinger’s Personal Finance
Maybe it’s a New Year’s resolution, high inflation or some other trigger that has made you determined to get your spending under control.
Whatever the motivator, here are some tips on getting on top of your spending and building a savings stash.
Know your money personality. Figure out where you fit in among three basic categories: people who like to hang on to money, people who like to spend it and people who don’t want anything to do with it. These personalities are typical of everyone, regardless of income or age. And if you know how you relate to money, you can make the most of your strengths and learn to overcome your weaknesses. Remember, money itself is neither good nor bad. It’s a tool you can use to build financial success and security….