Help needed, nervous about new life

epskie

Hi All,

I'm looking for some advice. I am an alcoholic who has been in recovery for 5 weeks. While I was drinking I buried my head in the sand constantly and now I need to face up to things. I have no idea where to start. How do I go about sorting out my finances? I am lucky enough to have a job and my own home but I really want to plan a successful budget and stick to it as part of the new 'me.' Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Many Thanks.

epskie

Even just a simple budget planner would help me? Or if anybody could point me in the right direction please? I'd really appreciate it

opinions4u

Take a look at the web site https://www.makesenseofcards.co.uk.

The statement of affairs section is a useful template that you can use to start thinking about how much things cost.

My big tip is to round everything up to the nearest £10 above and then add 10% on as well. This helps to build a little bit of fat into things which helps when the going gets tough.

There's also the link at the top of the page.

http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/banking/budget-planning?utm_source=forum&utm_medium=clicks&utm_campaign=resourcebar

Macca83_2

Maybe the debt free board would be better for this post? I know the guys and girls over there would be more than happy to help you run through an soa. They'll help show you possible areas to cut back on

Macca83_2

But best of luck to you!