How to Splurge Wisely

Use these tips to make sure your spending stays in check, even when you’re treating yourself.

Your Urge to Splurge

This article originally appeared on LearnVest.com.

There’s something about the word “splurge” that just feels indulgent—it rolls slowly off your tongue in a decadent drawl, and evokes imported truffles and designer shoes. It’s a decision for immediate luxury, albeit often laced with a tinge of guilt.

There’s no room for such frivolity in the responsible world of financial planning, right?

Wrong. Most financial experts and social psychologists will tell you that splurges are not only allowed, they’re necessary and healthy to achieving financial happiness, because the pleasure they provide promotes a better relationship with our money–and, let’s face it, is one of the ways money makes our life more enjoyable.

The key is figuring out how to do them right, so that your splurges don’t detract from your goals, and your dollar goes far in returning pleasure.

Yes, we’re going to tell you how to best maximize your “Splurge ROI.”