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Basic rule of budgeting: Check your credit card statements

Reviewing statements is an important money management tool.

11.21.09

By Timothy Jones

One of the most basic rules for people trying to improve their budgeting skills is to regularly check their monthly statements and credit card bills for any inaccurate charges and signs of identity theft or other fraudulent activity.

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