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Ask if your utility provider offers budget billing options that spread seasonal spikes across the year.  \n• Dirty filters can lead to higher energy costs, so make a habit of replacing the filters in your heating system on a regular basis.  \nPaying Off Debt  \n• If you’re able to make extra payments toward loans, prioritize paying off the one with the highest interest rate.  \n• Want to simplify your student loan payments and possibly save on interest? Navy Federal now refinances and consolidates federal and private student loans. Learn more at [makingcents. navyfederal.org](makingcents. navyfederal.org).  \nPlanning for the Future  \n• Trying to reach a savings goal? Consider breaking it up into smaller, monthly contributions.  \n• If college is in your or your child’s future, consider making a monthly contribution to a tax-advantaged 529 plan .  \n• As a general rule of thumb, you’ll need 70% to 80% of your current annual income for each year of retirement. For tips on planning for retirement, [visit makingcents. navyfederal.org](visit makingcents. navyfederal.org).  \nRegular Expenses  \nFood  \n• Plan ahead! Make a detailed food plan every week and buy only what you can store or use within that time.  \nHealth  \n• Consider enrolling in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) if your employer offers this benefit. FSAs allow you to put money aside, pre-tax, to pay for certain out-of-pocket healthcare expenses.  \nPersonal/Family  \n• Do you have childcare expenses? See if your employer offers Dependent Care Flexible Savings—a pre-tax benefit account used to pay for eligible dependent care services  \nlike preschool, summer camp, and child or adult daycare.  \nTransportation  \n• Consider using public transportation, if available. If you have to use a car, consider ride sharing, especially for your daily commute. Some employers even offer incentives to those who carpool or use public transit.  \n© 2022 Navy Federal NFCU 34187 (6-22)","cbCaiiJUonG8z4Dg","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiiJUonG8z4Dg","pdf",865012,"English","# Monthly Budget Worksheet\n## Income\n## Expenses\n## Tips for Effective Budgeting","[{\"question\":\"How does the worksheet organize income and expenses?\",\"answer\":\"It provides an Income section and an Expenses section, each with columns for budgeted amount, actual amount, and the difference. 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