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4 tips to get your finances in order for 2022

The first month of the year is the perfect time to get your finances in order . Kick off 2022 by checking the following four tasks off your to-do list .
1 . Organize your documents Sort your bills , statements and other financial documents . Only keep what you need and shred any unnecessary or outdated papers to create space for new ones .
2 . Balance your budget Revisit your budget and make any necessary adjustments to help you stay on track and reach your goals .
3 . Check your credit Review your credit report to determine how well you ’ re doing . If necessary , implement changes that ’ ll improve your credit score .
4 . Update your insurance policies Look over your car , life and home insurance policies and update information as needed . You may be able to make modifications to receive additional benefits or reduce your premiums .
For help getting your finances in order , consult a financial adviser . n
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