Let’s face it, no one likes to go through their old receipts at the end of the month and figure out their money situation. Planning a budget and a means of which to spend your hard earned dollars can really implement a great budgeting strategy for you and your financial status. Even if you have never budgeted in your life, here are some great pointers to get your budget sheet up and running. You will be shocked to see how quickly you can save some serious dough.
1. Only include the money you have
Make sure the numbers are accurate in your budget sheet. Estimating the amount may get you in trouble later if the amount is less than you have originally thought.
2. Set aside some money to enjoy
Everyone needs to have a little fun once and awhile. Put some money into an envelope so that your fun money won’t be combined with money used for bills and daily life activities.
3. Always improve upon your budget
There are going to be constant changes within your budget sheet so be prepared to change it and observe it closely. Try to improve on weaknesses each month until you have a great budget sheet to count on.
4. Plan for emergencies
You can’t expect a budget to be predictable because life isn’t predictable! Start saving a sum of money that you see fit to cover unexpected expenses, whatever they may be. Getting prepared for what life throws at you is the beauty of the budget sheet.
5. K.I.S.S.
As my English professor always said, ‘Keep It Simple Stupid;’ the harder something is to understand, the more you don’t care to understand it. Organizing and clarifying a budget sheet can be a very tedious task. For a quick and seamless budget process, keep all information basic and broadly grouped so that the budget can be read and followed without complications.
6. Move Forward
Kick your money-saving, penny-pinching actions into turbo speed as you continue on the budget path. Once you save a little money, you’ll want to keep it up. Have a goal at a certain amount of savings and treat yourself to a little prize to keep your motivation in high gear.
Prepare yourself for a weekend of fun, 21 + events that will give you a real feel of San Diego’s eclectic night life. San Diego’s International Beer Festival and Spirits Festival provide an expert opinion on top-notch alcoholic beverages. Other events this weekend are just purely crazy San Diegan fun. Get wild and have a fun (yet, safe) weekend out on the town.
FRIDAY, June 24TH San Diego International Beer Festival and F6ix Grand Opening Party
Who doesn’t like a cold one on a hot summer day? San Diego’s 5th International Beer Festival will provide unlimited sample tastings of beer and a tasting cup to keep as a souvenir. All sample beers will be entered into a contest which will conclude with a festival winner on Sunday. The event will be held at the Chevrolet Del Mar Arena from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday and also at other times on Saturday and Sunday. Don’t miss the chance to indulge in some great brews and discover the inner “beer connoisseur” in you!
Be the first of your friends to see the newest nightclub in downtown. Located on the corner of 6th and F Street, F6ix will open its doors for the first time with a huge grand opening party. Even Hugh Hefner’s ex-fiance, Crystal Harris, will be there! Visit their website for the guest list and a sneak peek of the funky décor.
SATURDAY, June 25TH Fleetwood’s Block Party and Mr. White at Voyeur
Or if you’re in the mood for a crazy summer block party, the FleetWood will surely be the place for you this Saturday night. From 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., enjoy one of San Diego’s biggest block parties of the summer in downtown San Diego on the corner of 7th and J Street. The party will have a full bar, BBQ, GO-GO dancers, and security in lifeguard outfits!! Check out the fun and the great music selection… the line up includes DJ sets performed by Rocket Scientists, Common Sense, DJ Loczi, Mikey Beats, The Lyon Crowns, and many more. Buy your tickets here and don’t wait! The first 100 people get in for just $10. Tickets will be $25 if purchased at the event.
And if you’re still craving more from San Diego’s party scene, visit Voyeur and rock the dance floor to some serious electro house beats. From 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., put on your dancing shoes on and get ready to dance at the L.E.D. Saturday DJ set from Mr. White. The venue is dark and mysterious and the huge L.E.D. night will feature an exhilarating light show! RSVP on Voyeur’s Facebook page… the cover can be a bit pricey.
SUNDAY, June 26TH Orfila’s Summer Social and San Diego’s Spirits Festival
What could be better than sitting at a beautiful winery in San Pasqual Valley on a Sunday afternoon? Feel free to visit the Orfila Vineyards and Winery this Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. in Escondido for a free summer social. Indulge in some Orfila wine, pizza by Spinelli Catering, games such as croquet and bocce ball, and live music by 3 Degrees Off Center. So relax and bask in the sun at this gorgeous vineyard—a summer social and getaway wrapped into one!
The 3rd annual San Diego Spirits Festival, happening this Saturday and Sunday, is an unforgettable two-day festival at the breath-taking Port Pavilion on the Broadway Pier in the San Diego Bay area. The event will host cocktail competitions, sample tastings at 1 p.m. consisting of high-quality brands from around the world, seminars given by experts, and parties featuring some of Southern California’s most talented musicians. Bring your party hat and join in the fun at this year’s Spirits Festival.
