38. Five Ways To Combat Your Financial Mistakes And Change Your Future Decide to change your financial cycle for good Realize this process may take time Fix the whole problem Create a solution that fits your unique needs Find the best financial program and coach for you
Americans’ Financial Capability, Report Prepared for the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission, February 26, 2010
HABITUAL SPENDING AND BORROWING: Falling back into old habitsINCOMPLETE SOLUTIONS: Fixing only part of the financial problem SELF-MANAGEMENT: Trying to do it yourself, first reaction: deprive yourself in every categoryQUICK FIX: Going for a fast solutionMARKETING MIRE: Seeking advice from a big name, using a neighbor’s solution for your unique problem