Most of us don’t make one big financial decision that makes us (or our bank accounts) a success or failure. Instead, it’s those daily decisions on spending that put us on the path to success.
Don’t know exactly where you want to go?
This list of financial secrets is a great roadmap!
…because if you know where you’re going, it’s easier to get there… 🙂
- Build a budget, baby – Be frugal!
- Borrow less -And pay off college loans ASAP.
- Pay total credit card bills monthly – Avoid carrying over a balance.
- Build an emergency day stash – You never know when you need one.
- Find money to invest – Small amounts add up, so invest regularly.
- Fund an IRA or Roth IRA -make the maximum contribution annually.
- Get your 401(k) employer match – And, do it every year.
- Buy a place – To live in, not necessarily to build wealth.
- Choose term insurance if you need life insurance.
- Get a financial team you trust – Two (or three) heads can be better than one.
- Make a will – Your family will thank you later.
- Build your net worth – Diversify as you go.
Want to add to this list? Comment with your favorite suggestions!
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