More Tips for a Financially Prosperous 2009
by Steve Cypher on Monday, January 19th, 2009AFSA Education Foundation offers eight simple ways to enjoy a more financially stable 2009.
More tips – you must be kidding
No. Here at Auto Credit Express Car Loans we never kid around when it comes to either buying a vehicle or improving your credit so that you can get the best financing possible when it comes time for you to buy a new or used car.
According to the American Financial Services Association Education Foundation, there are a number of simple suggestions that you can follow to create a successful financial plan that will help you manage your money and, in the process, improve your credit rating and raise your FICO score.
Susie Irvine, president and CEO of AFSAEF, says it best: “Sometimes the hardest part is getting started. Taking small steps can yield significant results.”
Here, then, are the financial tips from AFSA:
3. Collect change. This tried and true practice can provide you with a significant amount of money that you can deposit into a savings account or use to pay off balances.
4. Obtain a copy of your credit report (free credit report) at annualcreditreport.com and review it to know where you stand.
The Bottom Line
It isn’t too late to start taking charge of your finances in 2009. By following this advice, as well as the advice from TransUnion and the Illinois CPA Society that we wrote about in previous articles, you could be well on your way to a financially healthier and happier 2009.
