Overview
It can take a few days for your bank statement to match the actual amount of cash you have at your disposal, so don't let yourself be misled. Now is not the time to go on any shopping sprees or to take anyone out to dinner. Postpone those things until you know for sure that you have some extra money burning a hole in your pocket. Until then, avoid the mall and keep social plans modest. You won't have less fun just because you're spending less money.