Anyone who can help me on savings planning ?

Question

take note that I have already married & a family of 1 child .
My husband & I total $3,000.00 salary a month . How to save ?

Answer 1

Have you tried a 90/10 budget? As soon as your paychecks arrive, immediately take out 10% and turn it into a savings account, and use the rest for expenses. Also try to lower expenses. Our family decided to go to a cheaper grocer, and we ended up consistently saving over 40% on food costs. With your saved money, look for high-yeild savings, or put your money into Certificates of Deposits (CDs). If your cost of living is high (such as living in a city), you could consider downgrading the 10% to a lower number. I hope this information is of help to you!

Answer 2

Open an joint account just for saving. Of course need two signatures then can take out the money. Don't take the atm card.

Every month, put a 5% - 15% saving from your total income into the account. The percentage of saving its depends on your expenses, deducted the housing loan, billings, schooling. But at least a 5% saving will be good.

Answer 3

ok. go to emigrantdirect.com. They have a wonderful savings plan known as the American Dream Plan. It has a 5.15% APY interest rate. It is strictly online...so there is no overhead...and therefore you get a higher interest rate.

You basically link your current checking account to the EmigrantDirect Account. You keep the money in the online account...and it builds interest...and whenever you need money...you just transfer it back to your checking account. It is very very easy to use...and the security is phenomenal.

Believe me...it looks like a hoax...but it definitely isn't. I have recommended it to all my family and friends.

www.emigrantdirect.com

Also...if you want...get a Certificate of Deposit (CD) with a bank such as EmigrantDirect.com or Etrade. Discover bank has the highest CD rates in the market for the time being.

I'd stick with the simple savings account though.

Have fun!

Answer 4

I have a Roth IRA that is set up to automatically come out of my savings account for $50. I also have $50 a month automatically come out of my savings for my niece's education plan (529 or something like that). I use TRowePrice, but there are others out there.
I just suggest the automatic payment because I don't miss it and it slowly adds up, also if you don't want to pay it one month, you really have to go out of your way to get it stopped, vs just not writing a check.
Check out your local community college for continuing eduction classes on personal finance. It would be worth the time and money to take a personal finance class, or a class on different investment types.

Good Luck

Answer 5

You can get in touch with Ameriprise Financial. The representative there are insightful and can help you plan for your families finances. I recieved a Book from then Called a "Dream Book" which teaches you how to make goal for what you are saving for and give you information on the type of plan they offer. Call and ask for Patti Verna 1 610 825 9055 if its in your area if not call and ask for the office in your area.

Answer 6

Depending on where you live, $3k/month isn't a lot, but please know the rewards are great if you begin saving even a little, now. Payroll deductions are a great way to stay disciplined. Your employers might offer a 401k retirement plan, in which they'll match a portion of whatever you are able to sock away. 401K's are good too, because in many cases, you can tap that money for purchasing a home, and possibly in the event of an emergency.
good luck..!!!

Answer 7

Try contacting Primerica Financial Services. They are in the phonebook and have a website. Their services are free and they will give you a complimentary Financial Needs Analysis to let you know how to become debt free and financially independent. This FNA is completely based on you, because your goals and dreams are completely different that anyone elses. They have a variety of investments to choose from. Good luck

Answer 8

It is tough on that salary. but first step, save 1000-2000 for cash emergency in case your car vroke down, your house need to be fix,or your child need doctor appointment and you don't have to use the credit card.
spend less than you make. try to differentiate from the needs and want
need: food,gas,insurance,rent or mortgage
want: latte, fansy cloths,fansy cars, cable bill,satelitte, just used regular TV and DSL or basic
Set aside 10-15% of your pay to 401k at returement at work. In the meantime, try to learn how to invest the right way
I can do it, so can you
Yes you could learn invest by yourself. it is your money, you should know how to do with it. for starter check this site out.

http://www.pathtoinvesting.org/index_fla...
http://www.stockcharts.com
http://www.streettalklive.com>... university. a lot amount of information. It will serve you well
I accumulate in good amount in 401k at the young age.I could share with you. when consider invest in stock market. you should consider basic 3 things:

fundamental analysis==(economic data,finincial health, management, business model, competetion)>>what to buy

technical analysis==(chart+indicator)>> when to buy

Sentiment/schycho analysis==>>mood of investor, Contrarian point of view.
Market cycle===>> check out book Trader Almanac by jeff hirsch will give you inside stuff
When you combine 3 thing, It is one of the powerful knowledge goinh with you for the rest of your live

At the age of 32. my 401k is amassed 73,000.00 and 30000.00 in taxble account. by follow simple rule

Answer 9

this is a simple answer but it has always worked for my husband and I--27 years. Give, give, give. As you give you will also receive. When it looks like we need more money we gather up good clean clothes and items to donate. We find the problem is always resolved. Sometimes in very unexpected ways.

Answer 10

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