The top 10 money mistakes, courtesy of Maxed Out.

1. Poor planning – Not having a budget

2. Forgetting the important things like RRSPs, Security and Savings

3. Impulse Buying: Not knowing the difference between a want and a need

4. Trying to keep up with Joneses

5. Living pay cheque to pay cheque

6. Taking out cash advances

7. Missing your bill payments

8. Spending more than you bring in

9. Not keeping track of what is on credit

10. Getting another credit card when you are at the limit

Tip: If you can address even a few of your problem areas, you will notice a change within the first month.