Annually, focus on paying taxes, reviewing insurance and investment accounts, setting financial goals, and ensuring you're not missing any work or bank benefits. Obtain a free credit report from each bureau yearly. Monthly, prioritize timely bill payments, maintain a buffer in your checking account, monitor bank and credit card transactions for fraud, and track financial goals. Daily, practice self-care through journaling, affirmations, and reflecting on spending habits to align with your life goals.
There are things we're supposed to do routinely for our health: brush our teeth, shower and exercise. There's a version of that for financial health too. We'll talk about those tasks — and go beyond the number-crunching to explore how our mental health affects our finances. This episode originally published August 15, 2023.
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