Financial stress affects everyone. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to ease the confusion and start building your financial strength.
Life is a journey full of twists and turns, and so is the road to financial fitness. As with any trip, it takes planning, calculations and tune-ups along the way.
The first part of any journey is to understand where you are today and then plan for where you want to go. How can we know where we're headed if we don't know where we want to be? Financial fitness is attainable, but it takes time, commitment, determination, and making some tough decisions.
The term "financial planning" seems daunting, but it's merely a road map to help us along the way - a step-by-step process as easy as counting to 5. So what are we waiting for, let's get started!
The first part of any journey is to understand where you are today and then plan for where you want to go. How can we know where we're headed if we don't know where we want to be? Financial fitness is attainable, but it takes time, commitment, determination, and making some tough decisions.
The term "financial planning" seems daunting, but it's merely a road map to help us along the way - a step-by-step process as easy as counting to 5. So what are we waiting for, let's get started!
Depending where you are on the road to financial fitness, the plan may be different. Thinking about your plan for the future and how to manage your money the right way can be overwhelming. People are making changes - Americans are saving more, spending less, and rebalancing expectations about what's important in life. You can do it, just get going! Start with one piece and go from there. Becoming financially fit can provide peace of mind in all aspects of life, freeing up your attention for friends, family, and hobbies.
The possibilities are endless. What's there to lose?
Jamie Turner is a consultant in Humana's Human Capital Performance Group. Jamie joined Humana in 2008 to lead the development of the "My Money, My Health a guide to financial fitness" program. Jamie has a BBA from Marshall University and a MBA from Point Park University.
Note: The information available in this article is for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing financial advice. Financial recommendations are provided for illustrative purposes only. You’re responsible for verifying the accuracy and suitability of all assumptions and calculations. Please seek the advice of licensed or competent individuals before making any investment or financial planning decisions. Don’t rely solely on financial or retirement information found in e-PlanProfessor.
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