One of the best ways to keep a check on your budget is to have a checking account. This will be beneficial and also when you purchase with checks or ATM’s or even debit card you will have a record of them.
Re: After I start up a budget how can I maintain it?
My Best advice is at the end of every month compare your expenses to your budget. Try to keep your spending with your budget and look to cut your expenses.
Re: After I start up a budget how can I maintain it?
Personally, budgeting can be a form of habit. It does not mean that when you have finally coped up to your expenses, you will go back to your lavish lifestyle. Not necessarily. Discipline is habitual. Once you are comfy with your daily expenses, it would not feel like you are being thrifty at all.