Accomplish your personal financial goals by setting up a realistic budget that you can stick to. It is always a good idea to save 10% of what you earn, so try to lower your other bills if possible. You may not be able to afford cable. For you, it may not be a good idea to go to the movies once a week. Instead of going out to a restaurant every Friday night, eat in. By not spending this money, you could be saving hundreds each month, getting you on track for retirement.