Before you buy something, think about whether it’s a want or a need. Learn ways to help you make the best decisions when spending your money. 
Spending Money
We all have to make choices about how to spend our money. Before you buy something, think about whether it’s a want or a need.
- A need is something you must have in order to survive
- Food
- Water
- Shelter
- A want is something you would like to have, but you can live without it
- Candy
- Video games
- A puppy
People you know (and even people you don’t know) can influence your spending decisions. Friends. Family. Online Reviewer. Even celebrities. Imagine you have $50 to spend. What would your parents want you to do? What would an advertisement want you to do? What would YOU want to do?
When make a decision, ask yourself:
- Is this a want or a need?
- Is anyone else influencing my decision?
- What is best for me and my budget?
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