JackB wrote:
I remember Cash - that's the thing that the IRS does not like for deductible expenses and is difficult to get back when it is stolen! Use a credit card for all your expenses and you will be amazed at where your money goes - also, in my case, I get 2 free airline tickets every year!
I keep everything on Quicken, and it is depressing to see how much goes where. One thing I noticed about using a credit card for everything is my lack of coins. I used to accumulate lots of coins to convert to cash every so often. Now I bring my jar of coins to the bank just once a year, and it's no longer full.
My Chase cards give me cash-back for all purchases, and I appreciate that occasional input.