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Step 1

Successful money management is a process. Take the first step.

Step 2

This quick quiz will help you find your starting point.

Step 3

Clearing out the clutter will make organizing your records a whole lot easier.

Step 4

Set yourself up for success; start by appointing a CFO.

Step 5

Knowing where you are today can help you determine the best path toward helping you meet your financial priorities.

Step 6

Good credit is valuable. If your credit reports contain an error, taking the time to have it corrected can really pay off.

Step 7

As you start on the path of sound money management, determine how much money you have to work with.

Step 8

Determining your net worth sounds harder than it really is. Having your credit reports and financial statements in-hand makes the job easy.

Step 9

It's time to ask yourself if your debt is too much debt.

Step 10

Identifying needs and wants can keep you focused on what matters most.

Step 11

Don't just set goals, set SMART goals.

Step 12

Now it is time to develop those priorities into specific goals.

Step 13

Paying off debt is a short-term financial goal most consumers share.

Step 14

Emergency savings can make the difference between a financial setback and a financial disaster.

Step 15

Saving for retirement is a nonnegotiable financial goal.

Step 16

Make a commitment to stay on track.

Step 17

Now that you know what you are working for, it is time to get to work!

Step 18

Find out where the money is going.

Step 19

Identify your fixed expenses.

Step 20

Periodic expenses come due whether you're ready or not.

Step 21

Create your spending plan.

Step 22

Small changes can add up to big savings.

Step 23

Saving money on groceries is one of the fastest and easiest ways to improve to your bottom line.

Step 24

Spread the wealth by sharing one of your money saving tips.

Step 25

Know where you want to be? This is how you will get there.

Step 26

Give yourself some peace of mind by making sure your family is on firm financial footing.

Step 27

Commit to making informed borrowing decisions.

Step 28

Remember that you don't have to go it alone; assemble a financial team to help.

Step 29

To stay motivated, acknowledge the benefits you will experience as a result of your efforts.

Step 30

You are ready and able to move forward. Are you willing?

Financial Literacy Month Blog

We hope you enjoy reading some of our thoughts as we join you on the path to financial wellness and we encourage you to yours. If you would like to follow our path on a more micro-level, we will be using twitter to chronicle our days.

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Random parting thoughts

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/30/2008

All of the above

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/29/2008

What to do with your tax rebate

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/28/2008

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/27/2008

Perform a preventative health insurance check-up

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/26/2008

Clearing the Path

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/25/2008

Sometimes, it’s easier not to do something

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/24/2008

Going for groceries without going broke

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/23/2008

Ways to “go green” and save some green

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/22/2008

Commit to finish strong

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/21/2008

The holidays come every year—whether you’re ready or not

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/20/2008

When buying a car, shop with your head and not your heart

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/19/2008

Losing weight and gaining financial wellness

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/18/2008

Make a commitment

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/16/2008

Exactly How Much Are We Talking About?

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/15/2008

Step 14: Expect the unexpected

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/14/2008

Debt’s far-reaching impact

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/13/2008

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/12/2008

It’s SMART to involve the family

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/11/2008

I really need a Dyson

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/10/2008

Is “Debt Free” a realistic goal?

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/9/2008

Do I really want to know?

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/8/2008

You can and should dispute credit reporting errors

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/6/2008

Step 5: Get copies of your credit reports

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/5/2008

I nominate… someone else!

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/4/2008

Making room for more

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/3/2008

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/2/2008

I took the pledge!

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 4/1/2008

Room for Improvement

Posted by Kim McGrigg on 3/13/2008