Assess Your Financial Outlook Before a New Year Begins

PHOENIX--Settling into fall, it’s an ideal time for individuals and families to assess their personal finances. This extra attention will ensure an annual check-in gets the attention it deserves ahead of the holiday rush.

“Examining spending habits, budgeting practices and where money can be saved can help people set new, achievable goals for next year”

“Examining spending habits, budgeting practices and where money can be saved can help people set new, achievable goals for next year,” said Amy Robbins, associate director of operations with Take Charge America, a nonprofit credit counseling and debt management agency. “It’s never too late to make changes — even small adjustments — that will help set you up for future financial success.”

Robbins encourages asking these questions to help evaluate year-end finances:

For additional financial resources, visit Take Charge America’s Budget Tools.

About Take Charge America, Inc.

Founded in 1987, Take Charge America, Inc. is a nonprofit agency offering financial education and counseling services including credit counseling, debt management, housing counseling and bankruptcy counseling. It has helped more than 2 million consumers nationwide manage the personal finances and debts. Learn more at takechargeamerica.org or call (888) 822-9193.