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you are here: DentalPlans.com > Dental Health Articles > Money > Budget Better Start with New Auto Insurance
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Updated: 11/25/2008 3:59:53 PM |
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 (ARA) - Getting into debt can happen so fast, but getting out usually takes years. And in the meantime, your life is happening. There are kids to raise, college and retirement to save for, and everything else you dream about doing. With the right steps, you can save for your goals while you pay down your debt.
Here are some things to consider:
1) Look at the Big Picture
Being in debt is tough. But remember that getting out of debt is just another financial goal you need to prioritize. Take a minute to list out the rest, like retirement, college and purchasing a home.
Some goals (like retirement) require more money than others. Some (like college) have a very specific time frame. Others have alternate options for financing that could be relied on if you can't save as much as you want to.
2) Manage Your Debts
There's a lot you can do to make the terms of your debt repayment easier to deal with:
* Request lower interest rates on your credit cards, which can lower the minimum payment.
* Refinance your car loans, mortgage, or personal loan with a lower interest rate.
* Consolidate your student loans.
* Transfer high-interest credit card balances to a low-interest card.
3) Analyze the Bills You Have Now
What are your current bills? Can any of these be updated? For example, if you're not using all of your cell phone minutes, perhaps a new plan would save you some money. Another way to save hundreds of dollars a year is to research different auto insurance companies.
For example, Allstate is a company that provides insurance for more than 17 Million households. Their average customer saves $353 on average a year when they switch their auto insurance policy. You can use that money to add to your retirement savings, pay off your bills or simply take the family out for a fun weekend. To see how much you can save, visit Allstate.com.
Squeeze More from Each Paycheck
After you've pared down some of your monthly debt payments and expenses, you might find that you can save for your goals and pay down your debt at the same time. Combine that with a solid monthly budget, and you could find you're able to sock away even more than you expected.
A great place to start is by visiting Allstate.com to see how much you could save if you switch your auto insurance policy. That money can be used in a more productive way.
Copyright © 2008, ARAnet, Inc.
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