Hey everyone. I'm in need of some tricks and tips to save money. Ever since I was a kid I was never forced to save or told the perks of saving, so as soon as it hit my hands it was gone. My parents are a paycheck to paycheck couple even though they easily make $800+ a week together, they just get to many loans and get bogged down. I've even had to get a loan out for them because my car got repossessed due to it being on one of their loans and them not being able to make the payments. Anyways, I've gotten somewhat better at holding onto my money, but I'm still so bad my girlfriend has to pay for stuff I need and it hurts me that I'm that bad. She has told me numerous times that if I can't manage my money like an adult then she isn't sticking around and I'm not going to let that happen. She's also sick of being my money manager and telling me how to make it last...mind you she's 18 and has more money than her whole family plus me....incredibly savvy.

I currently have $113 in my savings and like $20 in my checking account.

I have bills the next few weeks but need to try and put as much as possible away.

I'm really impulsive and don't think before I buy....especially at gas stations....3 for 5 mountain dew always gets me. But I am getting better.....atleast I think I am, but I know I need to master this or I'll never have my own place, never have any snakes, and never have anyone if I can't be a bit stingier.

So please can you guys and girls help me with my spending habits and lead me down the road to a good savings account!?


Thank you all so much!