INTRO: Budgeting is the pathway to savings. So, are people really keeping a close eye on spending by tracking it against a budget? Bankrate.com found out.
TAKE SOTs: [Man-on-Street responses]
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If you're finding it hard to establish a budget or keep track of your spending…Bankrate.com has a handy budget calculator that can help you identify how much money is being spent ... and areas for improvement.
TAG: To learn more about money management -- just log onto Bankrate.com. I'm Kristin Arnold.
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