Personal Finance

How to Budget Your Money: A Guide for Older Adults

Who Can Help Me Budget My Money?
How Can I Budget My Money With Online Banking?
What Discounts Can Seniors Get?
Find Ways to Save Money
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Many older adults retire with less savings than they need—leaving them worried about outliving their money. From food and housing to healthcare and energy bills, benefit programs can ease the strain and help cover essential costs.
Work Toward Better Budgeting
Learn how to build a plan to better manage your money, including financial planning, how to earn extra income, and ways to use prepaid cards wisely.
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