You can avoid debt by spending less than you earn. If your budget shows you have more expenses than wages, you can reduce your costs or increase your income. You can keep a good balance of spending and saving by doing the following:

Think about your purchase. Is the item something you really want or need? Store and shopping strategy makes it easier for you to make a purchase, such as cheap knick-knacks by the register or faster online orders.

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Take at least a day to think about big purchases before grabbing your wallet. 

Pay immediately. When you make a purchase with cash, your payment is complete. When you use a credit card, however, you are postponing your payment in exchange for paying interest. You can get into debt fast with the thought process of, “I can pay for it later.” You can also use your debit card in place of any credit account. 

Reduce unnecessary expenses. You may be amazed when you see a list of all your monthly expenses, especially when you add them up.

For example, cut down on the number of streaming services you purchase. 

However, emergencies and accidents can happen. A medical emergency, for example, can cost you thousands of dollars instantly. Likewise, a car accident can cost hundreds in repairs and lost earnings. 

To avoid being hit hard by a crisis, you can start saving a nest egg. Having cash in your bank account can help you avoid jumping back into debt.

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